4 Ways to Let Your Outdoor Space Take Center Stage This Spring
When designing any outside space, functionality is key. Furniture and finishes need to withstand rain, salty air, blazing sun, and freezing temps, all in addition to the wear of frequent use. But stylish and sturdy can go hand-in-hand. The proof? JANUS et Cie’s chic and distinctive line of outdoor furniture.
Crafted from materials like powder-coated aluminum and proprietary recyclable synthetic fibers, the exterior collections are constructed with the elements in mind; these are long-lasting pieces that will pass the test of time.
Read on for four ways to create a show-stopping outdoor space with JANUS et Cie’s elegant ensemble.
Captivate With Curves
Anchor your outdoor area with a rounded sculptural piece like the Constantine cocktail table, made of cast bronze. To echo the curved form, add elements from the Amari collection, like the undulating three-seat sofa and shapely low back lounge chairs, made of low-maintenance UV- and stain-resistant JANUSfiber. For a curvaceous finishing touch, top an Amari fully woven side table with a Dupioni vase, an artful glass vessel inspired by ancient Greek pottery.
Bring the Drama
The best way to make hard-working materials look avant-garde? Turn them into furniture with dramatic silhouettes and unexpected shapes, like JANUS et Cie’s stately Amari high back lounge chair. With a gently flared headrest and swooping cutouts, the seat has a surrealist feel that makes a statement.
Step Up Your Lounging Style
No outdoor oasis is complete without a plush place to unwind, which is why JANUS et Cie’s Gina collection is a smart styling move. Designed by Piero Lissoni, the modular pieces feature sensuous curves, sleek lines, and woven rope construction, elevating relaxation to an art form. The Gina corner and center sofa modules can be configured to suit your space, and the recamier is a modern take on a vintage style.
Elevate Your Entertaining
Take dining en plein air up a notch, literally, with a bar-height table or two. Some top picks? JANUS et Cie’s Koko II communal bar table, with a frost-proof and scratch-resistant ceramic surface, and the Dolce Vita bar table, designed by Paola Navone and made of durable aluminum. Keep the look sleek by pairing each with the die-cut Forest high back barstools.
A version of this story originally appeared in the March 2022 issue of ELLE DECOR. Fashion stylist: Liz Rundbaken at Ford Models; hair and makeup: Sandrine Van Slee at Art Department; Models: Danny Lim at Soul Artist Management, Laura Scott at Muse Management, Margarita Babina at Major Model Management, Miguel Southee at One Management. Photographed on location at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and the Metropolitan Opera, New York City. The Metropolitan Opera? is a registered trademark and is used with permission of the Metropolitan Opera.
You Might Also Like
