The season of outdoor living is upon us and as open-air spaces become areas to extend life into, we should make the most of every minute. Renowned outdoor design brand Cane-Line knows the effect fresh air, seeing the sky and – dare we dream it – a flash of sunlight can have on the day, its pieces focused on creating joy, as well as the weather-proof practicalities.

The 2023 Cane Line collection of designer outdoor furniture doesn’t do conventions. Picture a set of outdoor chairs, an outdoor table, an outdoor sofa. It doesn’t look like that. Every contemporary, boundary-pushing al fresco design is carefully crafted to create daily servings of indulgence, intimacy, satisfaction, smiles, charm, and cheer. Let’s explore the highlights and how they can impact our day-to-day lives.

Self-care is the phrase on everybody’s lips, but so often not at the top of to-do lists. We all need some time to ourselves, to step back and assess, or to put everything to one side and just be. That’s where the Cane Line’s Hive hanging chair by Foersom & Hiort- Lorenzen MDD comes in, an encompassing shape which hugs the sitter, carving out a protected piece of space within its loosely woven walls.

A sculptural silhouette creatively crafted from woven, weather-resistant, ultra-quick-drying Cane-line Weave, it’s at once a visual focal point and a shaded, private area to have to yourself. Hang it on a rope to add a meditative swing to stolen moments, or place it on its minimal base for something sturdier.

Need some extra outside space to host or relax in? When no other areas seem quite right? Fashion a new living area in seconds with Cane Line’s Hyde Parasol designer outdoor umbrella, which forms its own living zone wherever it travels. Sunny or not, the expansive square canopy is architectural, like an extension of an indoor ceiling, instantly creating a room-like feel, shade, and a sense of seclusion, everywhere it stands.

Its pole combines raw strength with pure good looks, a teak effect finish upon sturdy aluminium. Unlike a traditional design, the Hyde Parasol’s unique support mechanism positions the pole smartly at the edge of the umbrella so it doesn’t interrupt the space below, while it remains steadfastly balanced and secure as well as stress free to open and close. Crafted from highly durable and UV-resistant materials, it both protects sitters from the sun as well as ensuring its soothing taupe colour will not fade.

Need a bar stool for a quick coffee? Something comfy for lazy lunches? Natural materials? An industrial feel? Good air flow? Something playful? A more muted feel? Something weather-proof? Say goodbye to limitations with the Choice Chair by Welling/Ludvik, which ticks every box. A modern interchangeable seating system of different parts, it’s created with flexibility, classic Scandi style, and the environment at its forefront.

The pioneering modern chair is based around a seat produced with up to 98% recycled polypropylene, its cover and legs designed to be changed without tools, transforming it from metal sled-based bar stool, to teak-legged upholstered indoor dining chair, to steel-legged outdoor seat, to dressed in quick drying all-weather waterproof upholstery, all in a range of tones, colours and textures. And at the end of its life? Effortlessly recycled.

As indoor and outdoor living areas began to fuse, design-wise it can be hard to take the first step. Instead of creating spaces to work alongside decorative interiors – wallpaper, paint, rugs and ceilings – you’re now bringing in objects to coordinate with. Brick, concrete and stone are rough, rugged materials, and although a backdrop of greenery, sky and weather softens them a little, outside is a whole new aesthetic arena.

Taking lounge furniture outside can sometimes feel wrong. That’s what living rooms are for! Think again. Who says outdoor living is only for functional occasions like hosting, eating and cooking. Why not relax al fresco? Take a book, take a cup of tea, take another person and take time out under the sun. It’ll be the highlight of your day.

Cane Line’s Peacock Chair by Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen MDD straddles the bridge between indoor and out – pretty and practical, visually like something that belongs inside, but ready to be exposed to the elements. A comprehensive collection of designer outdoor seating spanning sofas, daybeds, lounge chairs, bar stools and a rocking chair, the range’s brutalist grey palette echoes the tones of many buildings’ exteriors (and the occasional sky...), while its curved forms mirror contemporary interior trends, natural accents pulling them both together. Calming the designer chair’s predominant greyscale tones are teak legs and woven seats made from weather-proof Cane Line Soft Rope, which speak of nature and craft tradition and add an elegant, shouldn’t-that-be-protected-from-the-rain edge.

There’s a moment when the evening starts drifting, beings to loosen and unravel. When pudding is finished. When guest begin to float away. When there’s nothing left to do but deeply exhale. It’s a dream-like, gentle time when light has faded but the day’s not come to a proper conclusion. There’s still time for something more.

How to tackle this hazy feeling furniture-wise? With something similarly undefined, that can change and evolve as well as forming areas that are alluring, easy and oh-so comfortable. Enter the Cane Line Capture Sofa, which effortlessly harmonises with any outdoor (or indoor) backdrop, so the eye smoothly meanders over its calming curves before the body melts into them. Its rounded corners and integrated tables prompt socialising. Its tonal taupe upholstery and teak details create tranquillity. Its sink-into-me softness is all about snuggling.

An outdoor modular lounging system, it consists of multiple elements – standalone sofas, chaise lounges, corner segments, a pouf and timber tables – which create unique, tailored forms customised to specific spaces and needs. Upholstered in wonderfully soft, ultra-quick drying, Cane Line AirTouch fabric, it’s ready to face any kind of atmosphere, weather and ambiance alike.