Summer table
Host with ease all season long with these essential pieces that set the scene for dining al fresco.
- Natural round, hyacinth-woven placemats/chargers in beige by Canvas. $25 (set of four). canadiantire.ca
- Grafton three-wick indoor/outdoor bug repellent scented candle. $120. crateandbarrel.ca
- Hush jet mini cooling fan in carnelian. $130. dyson.ca
- Taromina melamine dinner plate. $17. crateandbarrel.ca
- Linen-blend tablecloth. $40. hm.com
- Acacia salad bowl and serving hands. $145. williams-sonoma.ca
- Embroidered detail linen blend napkins. $25 (set of four). hm.com
- Beats by Dr. Dre Pill Bluetooth wireless speaker in champagne gold. $200. bestbuy.ca
- Bristol acrylic drinkware by KSP. $6. kitchenstuffplus.ca
- White serving tray with jute bottom. $40. bouclair.com
Plant care
A playful yet practical addition to your indoor plant styling, this borosilicate glass self-watering globe is shaped like a delicate bird. Simply fill with water and nestle into the soil near the roots. It’s an understated way to keep indoor greenery hydrated while adding a whimsical touch. Bird-shaped self-watering garden bubble. $30. zarahome.com
Outdoor cooking
From open flame to crisped crusts, these tools will make your summertime eating feel effortless and elevated.
- The complete grilling and barbecue cookbook. $54. indigo.ca
- Two-burner stainless-steel propane BBQ grill convertible to natural gas by Nexgrill. $348. homedepot.ca
- Grilling kitchen linen bundles in charcoal. $105. williams-sonoma.ca
- Grill tool set. $200. zwilling.com
- Dome XL ultimate bundle hybrid fuel propane pizza oven. $5,160. gozney.com
Glow up
Dark lanterns ground an outdoor setting and add contrast, depth and a soft, ambient glow that feels intentional and atmospheric.
- Easton forged-iron outdoor lantern. From $59. potterybarn.ca
- Rattan-handled iron lantern in black. From $74. westelm.ca
- Indoor/outdoor lantern by Canvas. $45. canadiantire.ca
- Candle lantern. $60. linenchest.com
Warm presence
The Phantom Freestand Outdoor Electric Infrared Heater from Napoleon slips seamlessly into the landscape, offering quiet, targeted warmth without interrupting the visual flow. $849. napoleon.com
Top ten!
Outdoor lounge accent chairs that balance sculptural presence with real comfort, designed to anchor the backyard as they invite you to stay awhile
Willa outdoor wicker lounge chair in dravite ivory. $1,049. article.com
Acapulco outdoor chair in black. $100. bouclair.com
Nolia sun lounger in yellow. $1,460. degaspe.ca
Lenai outdoor teak chair in black. $2,849. westelm.ca
Lubek outdoor low right chaise lounge in dravite green. $1,299. article.com
Eucalyptus swing lounger with beige pillow by Outdoor Interiors. $219. homedepot.ca
Arrowhead Muskoka UV- and rust-resistant outdoor chair in black by Canvas. $240. canadiantire.ca
Coco egg outdoor patio chair in grey. $500. thebrick.com
Habel cocoon chair by Canvas. $440. canadiantire.ca
Skalboda armchair in orange. $119. ikea.com