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Serve Up Summer - Dining Alfresco

With Summer still in session, there’s still time to enjoy your outdoor spaces and really make the most of the weather, and we think one of the best ways to enjoy this time of year is with a little alfresco dining. 

Eating outside brings family and friends together and can really improve your mood, with research showing it improves concentration and can reduce stress - so you should be looking at your outdoor spaces to provide just as much functionality and style as your indoor eating spaces. 

   
Pictured above: Endless Table and Joy Round Table, both by Cane-line 

The Aspect Table by Cane-line offers a sleek and stylish space for large groups to get together. The ceramic top is finished in black fossil, giving it a contemporary edge, and will contrast against fresh watermelon and leafy salads, making them really ‘pop’ on the table. Ceramic tops can also be left outdoors year round, making them a great choice for durability, though we do recommend putting a cover over during the winter months for longevity and ease of cleaning in the Spring.

If you want to opt for a more classic and rustic look, the Endless Table by Cane-line will give you what you’re looking for. Featuring a slatted table top and squared legs, it's 'classic' done in a new and stylish way, and will effortlessly compliment your outdoor areas. Rustic home-made chips, creamy slaws and BBQ burgers will really take centre stage on this table.

Or why not go for something that will really bring the family closer together? The Joy Round Table by Cane-line features an elegant ceramic or laminate top, with a metal frame and tapered legs. Its round design provides an excellent space for you to converse with those around you with ease, works great for serving those big bowls of pasta that you can all enjoy. 

No matter what you decide to do with your outdoor spaces, make sure you take our advice and soak up those rays while they're here.

Let's Take The Cooking Outside

The warm weather draws us outside more and more, and so it makes perfect sense to bring your kitchen experiences outside too. We’ve selected some of our favourite outdoor kitchen appliances and accessories to elevate those occasions when you want to cook under the summer sun.

A lot of our cooking involves prep, and for that we need a surface with plenty of space and functionality - and the Drop Kitchen from Cane-line offers all that and more. From a stainless steel surface complete with a sink, cupboards, removable waste bins and even towel rails, we believe this unit has everything you need to bring your kitchen outside. There’s even a Drop Bar Unit also from Cane-line which offers similar functionality to the Drop Kitchen but has a contemporary slatted bar allowing guests to sit back and relax as you prep.

   
Pictured above: Cane-line's Drop Kitchen available at Lime Modern Living, and Morsø's Gas Forno II Grill 

If you like cooking, and want the ultimate BBQ experience, then you might enjoy the Everdure Force Gas BBQ by Heston Blumenthal, which features 2 independently controlled gas burners, instant searing, and an extra high hood for convection cooking. Or if you’re a fan of that smokey BBQ flavour, then why not try the Smokey Mountain Cooker by Weber; the ‘bullet’ shape allows the smoke to infuse with the food, with a low and slow approach to cooking - focusing on taste rather than haste.

For the more contemporary chef, the Gas Forno II Grill by Morsø offers an open flame approach to cooking, providing more of a fire-pit or bonfire experience. The large open space allows for increased oxygen intake, thus improving burning conditions. This is a great way of enjoying the heat and drama of open flames, whilst also doubling as a cooking appliance. Now if BBQ food doesn’t quite do it for you, then why not try a pizza oven? The Koda Gas Powered Pizza Oven by Ooni offers you pizzas in 60 seconds flat, and is ready to cook right out of the box. It’s small yet stylish design means it can easily integrate anywhere into your outdoor space. 

So bring your love of your kitchens outside and experience the joy of cooking in the summer sun.

Outdoor Accessories That Can Make All the Difference

Summer season is upon us, and many of us have turned to our gardens as places to socialise whilst ensuring we maintain correct social distancing. We may have the BBQ, the seating, even the table and chairs, but sometimes it’s the accessories that can make all the difference. Check out our top Cane-line accessory selections to make your summer get together, one to remember.

   
Pictured above: Divine Footstool with Lighttube Lantern, and Roll Bar Trolley, all by Cane-line

If you’re planning on spending quite a bit of time outside, you may want to take a load off your feet. The Divine Footstool is hand-crocheted and features a foam core that dries quickly when exposed to moisture. Available in a variety of contemporary colours to compliment any outdoor space. 

Drinks are an integral part of any get-together, so why not serve them in style with the fun and functional Roll Bar Trolley. This weather resistant trolley features two tray-inspired shelves and even has a handle and wheels for easy movement. We think your guests will be so impressed when you roll this out.

   
Pictured above: Lighthouse Lantern and Grow Plant Container

As the sun goes down, it may often feel a little chilly, but why not create some atmosphere and warmth with some lanterns? Take the Lighthouse Lantern - the transparent glass panels and square design allow it to cast light far and wide, all whilst keeping your candles flickering safely inside. Or how about the Lighttube Lantern, offering an alternate open and closed design that infuses a warm stylised glow. 

And let’s not forget our plants, traditionally the lifeblood of our outdoor space - why not showcase in coordinated pots to extend a sleek design aesthetic even further? The Grow Plant Containers are generous and stylish, offering the perfect contemporary touches to your greenery. Available in several colours that blend seamlessly into most outdoor spaces.

Update Your Home Working Space

In a post pandemic world, it isn't going to be uncommon for people to continue working from home, but a makeshift desk space on your kitchen table can only sustain a productive mindset for so long. Even if you already have a home office setup, now could be a great time to refresh and consider new options; giving you a positive outlook towards your new working environment. 

If you spend a lot of time at your desk, you'll want this piece to be both functional and comfortable. Take the Wolf Desk by Cattelan Italia; it’s slender base and top frame which is available in a variety of ceramic or wood finishes, makes for a stylish addition to your home office space. 

   
Pictured above: Match by Calligaris and Vanity  Ceramic by Bontempi Casa

The Match Desk by Calligaris offers a more classic design, but has the contemporary addition of a raised shelf in the centre, giving you all the functionality and organisation you need.

If space is less abundant, why not look at the Taylor Desk by Bontempi Casa which boasts a sleek lacquered metal frame and a luxurious top complete with a hide leather finish available in various colours. 

For the more adventurous, the Secret Desk by Bontempi Casa has angular sides which clearly set out your working area, and houses three storage compartments at the back of the desktop. You can also add a slimline drawer under the desktop as an extra, which all adds to drama of the piece. We also love the Vanity Ceramic Desk by Bontempi Casa as it displays all the elegance of a vanity table, whilst offering the functionality of a desk space. The desk is available in three styles which feature two adjustable mirrors, an adjustable mirror and a light, or a practical document holder offering a wide variety of uses.

So if working from home looks like it’s here to stay, why not treat yourself to a new working environment and start making your home space work for you.