Amazing Variations in Our 5 Favorite Summer Loungers

Do you think that all outdoor furniture has to be beige and neutral? Think again.

Do you think that all outdoor furniture has to match? Think again.

Our approach to outdoor furniture is as eclectic as furnishing an indoor space, so you'll see that we're not loving matchy-matchy looks outside. There's no reason that you can't pick interesting pieces that go well together, e.g., an umbrella table and outdoor chairs to pull around the table from a different set. Loungers are especially divergent in their styling, and many designers have given them imaginative twists that will lend interest and eye appeal to your furniture groupings. Great for reading, sunning, snacking, and relaxing, a lounger or two - even more around a large pool, patio, or lanai - will give you many options. We also love how loungers can be moved around to escape the sun ... or put users directly in line with the sun's rays.

For summer decorating, consider these chic loungers, like Leo Kempf's creation made from birch and recycled tires (top photo). Click on each photo for more information.

Glide lounger by David Trubridge

Yin Yang dual lounger chairs by Nicolas ThomkinsSierra lounger by Tom PriceTonecoon water hyacinth lounger by PIE Studio

Winter Decorating Tips to Warm Up Your Home

Jessica Ackerman - When the cold and blustery days of winter arrive, it's a good idea to add a few warm touches to your home's decor to help counteract the snow and chill. During the winter months, most people find themselves spending more time indoors. What better time to spruce up your home decor and make your indoor world a warmer and cozier place? If you'd like to give your home a winter makeover, here are some decorating tips to help get you started.

Go Big

If you want to keep things simple and less fussy in your home, try using big decorating accents instead of small ones. This technique actually works with almost anything used to decorate your home, from furniture pieces to artwork. For example, use one piece of big wall art to create a bold and attention-getting focal point in a room. If you do have smaller decorating accents that you'd like to use, try combining them into groups instead of displaying them individually. For the winter months, a large winter themed wall sculpture could add the perfect touch. Or try hanging a small quilt on the wall to warm up a room's look.

Use Natural Materials

There's just something about natural materials that work well with winter decorating schemes. Whether you choose to display a big basket of pinecones on your fireplace hearth or hang a few pieces of wooden wall art, the look will be warm, natural and inviting. You could also bring in bare branches from the outdoors, arranging them in a big vase to create a natural display.

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