Mountain Retreat

Courtney Mueller -- Casual Living, 9/1/2006 12:00:00 AM

Seemingly untouched by the modern world, the mountains provide a perfect escape from daily life. A quiet retreat surrounded by nature may be just what the doctor ordered, and there are plenty of casual products to support a cabin, cottage or second home in the hills. Items that evoke a sense of naturalism or reflect the landscape, from faux stone tabletops to organically styled chairs, are fitting, as are furniture pieces constructed from natural wood materials like teak, kapur and Brazilian Cherry.

The Shangri-La floor lamp from Patio Living Concepts features all-weather wicker construction, both on the base and shade, and a classically simple and straight design.

Handcrafted from plantation-grown teak trees, Groovystuff's Root Bar chair is a natural addition to any mountain lodge with its organic style.

Designed with relaxation in mind, Winston's Mayfair Sling Collection has a contoured extrusion and ergonomically shaped sling bucket seat, also complemented with an ottoman and action seat for hours of comfort outdoors.

The wrought aluminum Summer Cottage Collection from Summer Classics is influenced by the first Adirondack chairs produced in the Adirondack Mountains during the 1800s. Featuring specialized formed tubular aluminum with a curved back and seat, the line allows for therapeutic circulation through the user's legs and back.

Venice, a new collection from New River Casual Furniture, has a multitude of functions, highlighted by a Brazilian Cherry Gathering Table and Bench that, when paired together, create a dining ensemble that can seat a large party.

Lakeside Lounge by Arboria, part of the Idlewild Collection, is crafted of kapur, a durable hardwood with a warm, reddish mahogany-brown color, and features two-person seating with a built-in table and wheels on one side for easy portability.

The Plantation coffee table from Environ Trading has unique style, crafted of rattan in a U-shape and topped with glass.

Coleman's Patio Lantern is complemented with a remote control with a 40-ft. range and features copper plating and continuous recharge.

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The Artesia tabletop from Suncoast features an all-aluminum faux stone top with an ornate design in earth tones, perfect to complement a natural landscape.