Collection by Kelsey Keith

Outdoor Furnishings for Spring

Cozy up to nature with an all-encompassing look at terrestrial life from Dwell's April 2014 issue. Deck out a backyard with durable furniture; arrange an alfresco dining spot; or take to the yard for a modern take on a classic game.

Caddy bar trolley by Gordon Guillaumier for Roda, $2,090

A naturally oxidizing teak frame and two removable stainless-steel trays make this refined bar cart deck-friendly.
Caddy bar trolley by Gordon Guillaumier for Roda, $2,090 A naturally oxidizing teak frame and two removable stainless-steel trays make this refined bar cart deck-friendly.
Vogeli bird feeder by Vasse and Peg Vaught, $78

The Saarinen-esque swoop of this feeder’s roofline suggests machine tooling, but every copper unit is made by hand in Virginia.
Vogeli bird feeder by Vasse and Peg Vaught, $78 The Saarinen-esque swoop of this feeder’s roofline suggests machine tooling, but every copper unit is made by hand in Virginia.
Pic-Nic beach towel by Paola Navone for Crate & Barrel, $40 each

The Italian designer’s second collaboration with the American retailer yields over 100 summer-ready pieces, like these graphic towels.
Pic-Nic beach towel by Paola Navone for Crate & Barrel, $40 each The Italian designer’s second collaboration with the American retailer yields over 100 summer-ready pieces, like these graphic towels.
Move L portable speaker in Mint by NudeAudio, $99

A Bluetooth speaker is a must for impromptu alfresco gatherings. This one boasts a passive subwoofer and an eight-hour battery.
Move L portable speaker in Mint by NudeAudio, $99 A Bluetooth speaker is a must for impromptu alfresco gatherings. This one boasts a passive subwoofer and an eight-hour battery.
Canasta ’13 sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia Outdoor, from $7,849

Urquiola’s best-selling Canasta series gets an update with a new interlaced polyethylene frame and expanded colorways.
Canasta ’13 sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia Outdoor, from $7,849 Urquiola’s best-selling Canasta series gets an update with a new interlaced polyethylene frame and expanded colorways.
Oblò dining chair by Paola Navone for Triconfort, $1,087

Do not be deceived by this seemingly lightweight lawn chair; it’s made by a traditional process (casting) using a modern material (aluminum).
Oblò dining chair by Paola Navone for Triconfort, $1,087 Do not be deceived by this seemingly lightweight lawn chair; it’s made by a traditional process (casting) using a modern material (aluminum).
Lillön grill by Ikea, $99

Part Maarten Baas, part animated robot, this small-scale barbecue is a fun option for outdoor cooking.
Lillön grill by Ikea, $99 Part Maarten Baas, part animated robot, this small-scale barbecue is a fun option for outdoor cooking.
Hilary container by Arteriors, $420

The teak beverage cooler features a stitched leather handle and removable, polished-nickel-and-stainless-steel insert.
Hilary container by Arteriors, $420 The teak beverage cooler features a stitched leather handle and removable, polished-nickel-and-stainless-steel insert.
Rayn sofa by Philippe Starck for Dedon, from $6,500

The exuberant French designer may have been inspired by Surrealism, but his plush modular sofa is a practical choice for a covered terrace.
Rayn sofa by Philippe Starck for Dedon, from $6,500 The exuberant French designer may have been inspired by Surrealism, but his plush modular sofa is a practical choice for a covered terrace.
Boskke Cube 3 Small by Patrick Morris, $50 The three-part planter shows up its humble terra-cotta cousins by putting the growing process on display. The clear body is also a four-week water reservoir.
Boskke Cube 3 Small by Patrick Morris, $50 The three-part planter shows up its humble terra-cotta cousins by putting the growing process on display. The clear body is also a four-week water reservoir.
Toolbox by Aurélien Barbry for Ro Collection, $190

Two former Georg Jensen colleagues bring a similar heirloom approach to their new venture, a company producing handmade goods from classic materials, like the ash wood shown here.
Toolbox by Aurélien Barbry for Ro Collection, $190 Two former Georg Jensen colleagues bring a similar heirloom approach to their new venture, a company producing handmade goods from classic materials, like the ash wood shown here.