Design classics aren’t just for interiors. In fact, a crop of notable 20th-century designers made dining and lounge chairs for the outdoors (and/or their designs were later reworked for outdoor use). From the Eameses to Jens Risom to brands including Tolix and Fermob, here are our 12 favorite classic outdoor chair designs.












Looking for more outdoor seating? See our posts:
- 10 Easy Pieces: Outdoor Sculptural Lounge Chairs
- 10 Easy Pieces: Teakwood Chaise Lounges
- 10 Easy Pieces: Modern White Outdoor Chaise Lounges
- 10 Easy Pieces: Outdoor Lounge Chairs in Color
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