In search of the latest and greatest alfresco finds? Dive into LUXE’s guide for the sunny season ahead.
Hot Take
As the days grow longer and we unwind outside with friends and family well after sunset, an age-old question persists: how to stay warm outdoors. Enter Galanter & Jones, a design and fabrication studio run by Aaron and Miranda Jones, a brother and sister duo who have not only solved this longstanding problem but also introduced a chic and elevated addition to your alfresco affairs.
Nearly a decade ago, while working on a design-build project in San Francisco, a city notorious for its fickle weather, Aaron began tinkering with a heated seating concept to make the backyard more useable. After an extended period of research and development, Galanter & Jones was born, introducing stylish heated furniture made of high-tech cast stone in a variety of colors and styles capable of withstanding year-round outdoor use. “Once people sit down, they are instant converts,” Miranda explains, “think of it as an experience akin to laying on river rock warmed by the sun.” So, take a seat, sit back and relax.
The playful curvilinear Apollo Lounge and Chair by Galanter & Jones, shown in Graphite, were inspired by the round forms of planets, globes and spheres.
Coveted Collab
What happens when two iconic brands team up? A collection not to be missed.
Kravet, a leader in textiles and fabrics, has launched its first collaboration with outdoor furnishings powerhouse Brown Jordan. The cohesive assortment includes a variety of dining chairs, chaise lounges, sectional sofas and tables, along with accessories including poufs, umbrellas and fire tables. Upholstered frames are exclusively covered in signature Kravet fabrics, with custom options also available. Designed with versatility in mind, each piece features innovative materials such as aluminum framing, performance fabrics and strapping, and Dekton surfaces, making the collection ideal for all areas—from decks and porches to sunrooms and poolside patios.
A charming cottage designed by NB Design Group with architecture by DeForest Architects blends seamlessly with its Washington coast surroundings—an ideal setting for the Kravet x Brown Jordan furniture collaboration.
Madison Sofa and Chaise
Miles Aluminum Arm Chaise
Juno Stool in Pebble Beach and Miles Side Chair
Bring The Heat
There are grills and then there are Officine Gullo grills. The Italian company has taken its infamous metal ranges and kitchen expertise to the outdoor barbecue, and the result is as sleek and sporty as a luxury sports car. The OG Professional Grill is capable of 15 different cooking methods and features their signature corrosion-resistant stainless steel. Precision and performance aside, it’s the head-turning colorways that make this a covetable addition to your alfresco cooking area.
Freestanding 42" OG Professional Grill in Grotto Azzura and Matcha
Summer Hours
Poltrona Frau’s Secret Garden furniture collection looks as evocative as its name suggests. Designed in collaboration with Roberto Lazzeroni, the line draws inspiration from the alluring la dolce vita lifestyle and Mediterranean decorative traditions, such as ceramic-topped tables, to create a modern iteration using hand-finished glazed stoneware (see dining table below). Meanwhile, upholstery is available in seaworthy blues (shown), greens, terracotta and chalk, and backed with a hand-woven cotton webbing, all equipped to withstand many seasons spent in effortless relaxation.
A Jupiter, Florida, oasis featuring interiors by Ellen Kavanaugh is a fitting backdrop for these colorful finds.
The Secret Garden Armchair and Table.