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Sustainable Outdoor Furniture for Summer

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Our favourite outdoor furniture picks for the sustainably chic.

There’s no reason your outdoor space can’t be both stylish and sustainable. To help make the most of your summertime sanctuary, while keeping the planet in mind, we’ve rounded up a few low-impact products from some of our favourite local retailers. Whether you’re furnishing a petite balcony or a big backyard, these green products are sure to enhance your green space.

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Marimekko Hammock, $269 at West Elm.

Swing, Swing

This playful summer staple will make you feel like you are sleeping on a bed of flowers. With a bright ’70s floral print and premium canvas, the Marimekko Hammock is both fashionable and built to last.

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HAY Palissade Cone, $680 at Design Within Reach.

Perfect Balance

A sustainable outdoor tabletop set ideal for terraces, balconies and patios, HAY’s Palissade Cone table and chairs are a chic addition to any outdoor space. Bring the Parisian flare to your backyard with this sustainable set.

Sustainable Outdoor

Ridge Chair, $3,368 at Hut K.

Stoic Style

The Ridge Chair is made from responsibly sourced teak, aluminum framing, and a soft cushion that makes you feel like you’re lounging in an outdoor study. This chair is perfect for design lovers that love to enjoy a book under the Sun.

Andreas Bench, $1,059 at Hauser.

Modern Backyard

A blend of Danish design and mid-century modern makes the Andreas Bench a unique and contemporary sustainable outdoor statement piece. Plus, the powder-coated aluminum frame comes in a variety of colours and upholsteries to match.

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Vineyard Coffee Table, price upon request at Vondom.

Wheely

Embodying the warmth of natural wood, the refined and rustic Vineyard Coffee Table is suited for any design lover’s backyard. Its convenient wheels feature a pop of bright orange to complement the wood’s honey undertones. As far as sustainable outdoor furniture goes, this system embodies the warmth of summer and the ingenuity of high-quality design.

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