lounge chair

Patchwork patterns evoke comfort immediately, in part due to their homey look (even if your grandmother wasn't the quilting type) and in part because patchwork things are almost always soft and plush. This chair, simply titled Patchwork, uses rich fabrics in variously sized pieces that are cobbled together on a lounge that demands to be curled up in. It was designed by Thien and My Ta Trung and measures 30"W x 39"W x 24"H. Price: $2,000.

There is nothing like a hot day spent in an uncomfortable hotel lounge chair to make you wish that the available seating was a little more user-friendly. Sticking to vinyl straps is no one's idea of fun. The Palms Lounger, on the other hand, even looks like fun. The chair is made out of pressure-molded teak slats, each shaped vaguely like a palm frond, which are supported by a stainless steel frame. Comfortable and smooth, the overall shape of the contoured chair is designed to cradle the sitter. Matching table and other chairs are available, too, and the lounger is on sale for $1,371.

Part day bed and part chair, the Bahia Chaise Loungers are an elegant way to relax in the summer sun. They have aluminum frames that are wrapped in a material known as Ty-Flex, which looks similar to wicker, but is far more durable, and the backs of the chairs have five adjustable positions. The plush cushions are made of dry-fast foam, so they will recover quickly after a summer shower or if you choose to recline after a swim. They are upholstered with marine-grade white vinyl that is long-lasting and easy to clean. The single lounger is on sale for $2,677, while the double lounger is $4,579.

The words "limited edition" are music to almost any decorator's ears, especially when trying to create a unique look for a home. A cookie-cutter Ikea-type style doesn't necessarily have anything wrong with it, particularly when the design is nice, but products like that tend to be made from less expensive, less durable materials, which isn't as appropriate for a posh estate as it is for a college student. The limited edition Wood Rhino Lounge Chair will give you the look of the plastic, cookie-cutter-esque Rhino ($225) in an elegant hardwood finish. Only three of this elegant piece will be created, so even at $3,500, they're not going to be around for long.

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When I hear "sun lounger" I tend to think of those vinyl-strap poolside chairs at cheap motels that would stick uncomfortably to your skin after sitting in them for five minutes. This sun lounger by Seletti, however, appears to be the exact opposite, in that it is comfortable, stylish and coated in nylon. The sturdy, but flexible frame of the chair can be bent into any position. It may not be quite as artsy as the Ercolina Chaise, but you'll probably get more use out of it, considering that it can be used indoors and out. It is available in cream or anthracite. Price: £149.00.