Get Ready for Warm Weather With These 19 Outdoor Sofas
With sunny days on the horizon, it’s prime time to upgrade your patio setup.
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Your backyard is calling—and it wants a makeover. What better way to begin than by picking up a new outdoor sofa? The perfect piece provides a place to gather, comfortably lounge all day, or sit and play cards by a fire at night. From cushy, modular sectionals to rattan love seats, our top picks will jump-start your journey to an idyllic outdoor space.
The slim profile and clean lines of our Playa Collection recall the best of Scandinavian design. Made with FSC®-certified wood and water-resistant cushions, this durable sectional can be switched from left to right.
For the Danish design company HAY, brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec created the Palissade Collection (2015). Designed in color and form to integrate effortlessly with its surroundings, this collection stands out for its combination of visual simplicity and core strength.
The Modular Dwell™ Outdoor Living Collection is thoughtfully designed to be modular and weatherproof for convenient, comfortable outdoor living. Grade A Teak Wood Stain-resistant, Fade-proof, Liquid Repellent Upholstery Pillows: 100% recycled synthetic down Cushions: Low...
Waterproof, fade-resistant, and maintenance-free, the Lollygagger Sofa (2014) is made for laid-back living – indoors or out. It’s even fitted with a hidden bottle opener under one arm.
Seeing a need for durable modern outdoor furniture, Matthew Hilton created the Eos Collection (2011), which is sleek enough to work in indoor spaces as well. Named for the Greek goddess of dawn, and designed to be enjoyed morning, noon, and night, Eos is smartly proportioned, and very comfortable.
Outer's three-seat teak outdoor sofa is designed for medium-sized backyards, rooftops, patios, decks, and other outdoor spaces. It is available with cream or gray fabric cushions that are fade-proof, stain-resistant, water-resistant, and easy to clean.
We gave our extra wide Portside Grand Sofa a rustic look by wire brushing its solid wood frame. We included yarn-dyed cushions for the coziest corner in your outdoor space.
A beefy anodized aluminum frame, nylon support straps, and antimicrobial foam upholstered in resilient canvas or taupe Sunbrella fabric team up to make an outdoor seating solution.
Built on a passion for details, tactility in design, and creating for the need, the Finn Collection (2013) is directly tied to Norm Architects’ approach to sincere, simple design.
In 1967, Jens Risom built his family’s vacation home on Block Island, Rhode Island. For a walking trail next to the property, he drew plans for outdoor furniture meant to provide a place for passersby to enjoy their surroundings. This collection fell by the wayside until he died at age 100 in 2016.
Beauty that lasts, from sustainably sourced acacia. A modular sofa combined with comfortable FRÖSÖN/DUVHOLMEN pads and cushions for long, lazy days outdoors. Add a few toss cushions for a comfy, personal finish.
For the Sommer Outdoor Collection (2019), Copenhagen-based designer Chris Halstrøm wanted to give people the experience of indoor furniture in outdoor spaces.
The Cane-line Breeze 2 Seater Outdoor Sofa is a light and elegant piece for your outdoor lounge area. The seat is made out of an airy, translucent all-weather wicker, Cane-Line Weave. The aluminum frame has a durable powder coat that matches the seat color.
Even on the gloomiest of days, it’s hard not to enjoy the great outdoors when you’re doing it from the comfort of our contemporary modern Savannah Outdoor Loveseat.
Inspired by 1930s-era furniture they came across on a visit to Timberline Lodge in Oregon, Studio Tolvanen gave the Terassi Collection (2017) round tapered legs for a leaner profile and rustic yet crafted appearance.
The Nest Outdoor 2 Seater Sofa by Cane-line brings distinct Danish design to outdoor lounge spaces. Expertly crafted by skilled weavers in Indonesia, its durable wicker is comprised of a proprietary material designed to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh weather and moisture.
Beautifully crafted by Richard Schultz with the growth of outdoor rooms and an appreciation for furnishing the exterior environment. The Swell Collection Three Seat Sofa was created to fit the need for a large, luxurious sofa seating to furnish outdoor living rooms.
The Roly Poly Sofa by Driade is a smooth, sweeping sample of the iconic collection designed by the inimitable Faye Toogood.
The Oasiq Maro 3 Seater Sofa is a seat for three with great comfort and a modern form. Designed by Gijs Papavoine, the sofa is made from teak wood and handwoven rope. It features just enough of proportion of wood and fabric giving it a sense of style and comfort for any lounging experience.
The Modular Teak Outdoor Sofa is presented in partnership with Chicory.
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