Feeling Grounded

Real Simple

You don’t need much to create impact. Orange glazed ceramic pots filled with draping red kalanchoe flowers add a modern twist to a pair of striking antique stone pedestals that also serve as little perches. From Three Pagodas and Bachman’s.

Photo by Paul Najlis | Illustrations by Julia Gran

Urban Habitat

Outdoor furniture can be found to meet the needs of most any setting. The organic silhouette of the teak root table warms our modern setting, ideal for a rooftop patio. Hand-carved sculptures give the skyline a Mona Lisa smile. From Design Within Reach, Tangletown Gardens, Cost Plus World Market, and Great Estate Home & Garden.

Photo by Paul Najlis | Illustrations by Julia Gran

Jolie Jardin

Classic pieces never get old. Our secret garden is brought to life with salvaged European antiques, a shapely fountain, and splashes of yellow. From EuroNest, Tangletown Gardens, Cost Plus World Market, and Bachman’s.

Photo by Paul Najlis | Illustrations by Julia Gran

Blooming Bohemian

Even if the rest of your house is chic sleek, give your porch a personality all its own. Our scrolling iron day bed—a lounger’s paradise—is complemented by an eclectic mix of pillows, pots, lanterns, even a tribal drum and elephant table. Call it your global getaway. From Soleil Brule,  Tangletown Gardens, Three Pagodas, Nola Home, Cost Plus World Market, Bachman’s, and Urban Outfitters.

See the great garden items that landed on the cutting room floor.

Photo by Paul Najlis | Illustrations by Julia Gran