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Nedra Outdoor Kitchen by Gandia Blasco

Outdoor Kitchens in Los Angeles: How to Plan One That Gets Used

In Los Angeles, the kitchen doesn’t have to stop at the back door. With mild weather most of the year, an outdoor kitchen gets used far more here than almost anywhere else in the country, and it can become the busiest room in the house. This guide covers what to plan before you buy: layout,…

Noon Oval Dining Table by Ethimo

Dining Table Size Guide: How Big a Table You Need, Indoors and Out

The most common mistake with a dining table isn’t the style. It’s the size. A table that’s too big makes a dining room feel cramped and leaves no room to pull out chairs. One that’s too small turns every dinner party into an exercise in elbows. This guide gives you the numbers you need to get it…

Patio Self-Supporting Hammock by Ethimo

Types of Hammocks: Rope, Fabric, Freestanding and Swing Seats Explained

Few pieces of outdoor furniture are as relaxing as a hammock. But “hammock” covers a surprisingly wide range: woven rope beds strung between two trees, freestanding teak frames, hanging egg chairs and three-seat garden swings. This guide walks through the main types of hammocks and hanging seats,…

Lapure Pergola 2

Renson Pergolas Compared: Lapure, Camargue, Algarve, Aero and Amani

Renson makes more than a dozen pergolas, and the names don’t tell you much. Lapure, Camargue, Algarve, Aero and Amani all sound like places on a Mediterranean map, and the “Skye” and “Canvas” versions double the list again. If you are trying to work out which one belongs over your patio, this guide…