Designer Pernille Vea has created the striking new Organic Hurricane - a candle lamp in the shape of an elongated, rounded stone.

The lamp has two parts, the lower one in charcoal grey terracotta and the upper in frosted glass, which is delightfully illuminated by the living flame within; the candle is located in a hollow in the base.

The Organic Hurricane can be placed outdoors all year round, as both the terracotta and the glass are frost-proof.

Material: Frost-proof terracotta, frosted glass.
Retail price is £14.95.

Web: http://www.menu.as
Tel: +45 48 40 61 00
 

The Antique Chinese granite troughs now available from After The Antique the stonemasons, were a sell-out on the company’s stand at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show.

In rural China, for thousands of years, every household had one or more of these massive troughs, used for many purposes, including (as the holes in the troughs confirm) tethering their animals.

Migration from the land to the cities, has left these beautifully shaped and subtly carved pieces unused and liable to be broken up.

After The Antique is now buying these pieces of Chinese history and bringing them to British gardens – where they fit perfectly.

The troughs range in size from approx 120cm up to 240cm long, priced at £495 and £895 respectively.

Web: http://www.aftertheantique.com
Tel:   (01366) 327210

The Lotus is an elegant and sturdy range of neutral cane furniture exclusive to John Lewis; it is handmade in England and ideal for light and airy rooms such as conservatories
 
The cane frames are in a nutmeg stain and the foam-filled upholstery provides comfortable support; the sand colour 100% polyester fabric is treated with a stain repellent, however the cushion covers are also removable for dry cleaning.
 
The Lotus Cane collection includes:

Cane Sofa £1300.

Small Cane Sofa £795.

Cane Chair £695.

Cane Coffee Table £395 - Sturdy and elegant tapered table with a nutmeg-stained cane frame and glass top and lower shelf.

Cane Lamp or Side Table £295 - with a nutmeg-stained cane frame and glass top and lower shelf.

Web: http://www.johnlewis.com
Tel: (08456) 049 049

Because it is nearly gravity-free, aquatic exercise is the preferred therapy for many medical conditions; thus an Endless Pool, can provide aquatic therapy at the ideal temperature and pace for your needs, in total privacy and at your own convenience.

The Endless Pool’s adjustable current allows for an easily monitored progression of exercises.

Leslie Krichko, a professional water therapist and trainer, advises “therapy in an Endless Pool actually helps people with injuries recover faster,” for several reasons:

• Water provides buoyancy and support for the body. When you are neck-deep in water, you only have to  support 10% of your actual body  weight.
• In the pool, injured people can exercise with a greater range of motion without hurting joints or re-injuring themselves.
• The workout gets blood moving faster through the injured area, so it heals faster.
• Water pressure helps keep down the swelling that often accompanies injury.
• You can increase your physical fitness while you recuperate, so prolonged physical therapy just to get back in shape, may not be necessary.

Water therapy can also be of benefit for people with arthritis, osteoporosis, multiple sclerosis, asthma, and chronic joint or back pain.

The ability to set the water temperature cooler (i.e. for MS), or warmer (i.e. for arthritis), is another key advantage of the Endless Pool.

Web: http://www.endlesspools.co.uk/13193
Tel:  (0800) 028 1056

The Unique Shade Master 3500 overhanging parasol from The Cotswold Garden Company, provides an ideal and most relaxing way to create shade in your garden.

The parasol winds up on a handled crank system and tilts to catch the low evening sun’s rays.

The shade swivels 360° on its base, which is heavy enough when filled with sand or water to hold the parasol in place, but light enough to move when empty.

For late summer evenings spent in the garden, the Shade Master is equipped with an internal lighting system with two settings, one for maximium light and the other for LED lights down the ribs for a more atmospheric effect. Diameter 3.7m.

The Frame in made from tubular aluminium and steel and then anodised and powder coated to protect the metal and give the champagne coloured effect. The material is UV resistant and water proof.

The maintenance free Shade Master is available in three colours, navy blue, green and natural cream and comes with a cover and a 5 year guarantee.

The Overhanging Parasol priced at £795 is available in the UK only through The Cotswold Garden Co.

Web: http://www.cotswold-garden.com
Tel:  (01386) 700753

Haddonstone’s cast stone pool surrounds are perfect for any formal garden; just add a center-piece fountain for a stunning focal point.

A pool surround will also look great in a modern design scheme, when teamed with a contemporary water feature from their Arcadian range.

Pool surrounds are available in a range of sizes including half pool versions and Haddonstone can also create designs in almost any shape, including quatrefoil and octagonal.

Featured here is the Medium Pool Surround C4MKVP (internal diameter 2705mm, 106 1/2″) priced at £3,042, showing the Neapolitan Fountain. £900 (+ pump £146).

Find the stunning range of Haddonstone pool surrounds and fountains online at:

Web: http://www.haddonstone.co.uk
Tel:   (01604) 770711

Founded in 1994, The White Company specialises in supplying a wide range of stylish home accessories and clothing, principally in white.

Nothing captures the carefree spirit of summer more perfectly than dining with friends outdoors and The White Company provides the perfect formula for stylish outdoor living, in the timeless elegance of white.

Guarantee the party atmosphere lasts well into the evening, with mix and match hanging glass lanterns, tea-light holders, white ceramic and paper lanterns and dot them around the garden.

White Ceramic Lanterns -  These have a Mediterranean feel with their cut-out squares to let the candlelight shine through; available in small £10.50 or large £21; the small takes a standard tealight, the large takes a pillar candle.

Paper Lanterns - A beautifully simple string of 10 white lanterns ideal for around the patio. £15.40. Length 77cm.
 
Outdoor Tealight Holders - From £8 for a bubble tealight holder.

Batik Table Linens in 100% cotton - Fresh and fun print to smarten up any outdoor table and al fresco meal; Napkins - Set of 4 £8.40 Colour blue. Table Cloth Colour blue £17.50.

Cushions and Seat Pads - Make sitting on outdoor, hard wooden or metal chairs a joy! From £12 for a white tie on seat pad.

Prices quoted are current Summer sale prices.

Web: http://www.thewhitecompany.com
Tel:  (0870) 900 9555

A conservatory can be an unpleasant heat-trap during the hot summer months; why not install Thomas Sanderson conservatory blinds to keep you cool and comfortable?

Hand-crafted from SolarTex coated fabric, these blinds are specifically designed to help control the temperature inside the conservatory, making it the perfect, temperate location for your summer living.

Choose from a palette of over 200 colours and fabrics, tints, tones, naturals, neutrals, plains and prints; however you wish to dress your conservatory, Thomas Sanderson can supply the right colour.

For Patio Living with sophistication and shelter this summer, install a Thomas Sanderson Patio Awning (The Ultima is featured here), to make the most of your garden; they are ideal for al-fresco entertaining, or sheltering the family from unexpected rain showers and even protect your plants from the scorching sun.

These fashionable awnings are remote controlled, allowing you to move smoothly from sun (or rain) to shade from the comfort of your sun-lounger or dining table.

Web:  http://www.thomassanderson.com
Tel:   (0800) 220 603

Nothing is quite so annoying as nosy, aggressive and forever-hungry wasps on the prowl, just as you sit down in the garden to enjoy brunch or the delights from the barbecue; we simply want to eat our meal in peace and safety!

Designer Pernille Vea has taken up the challenge by creating the Organic Wasp Trap; the trap attracts wasps by using a simple blend of sugar and vinegar, to such an extent that they completely ignore the family’s garden table.

The funnel-shaped hole in the wasp trap acts like a fish lock in; once the wasp is inside it cannot escape; to empty the trap, simply remove the funnel, which also acts as a stopper.

Materials: Terracotta, stainless steel and synthetic rubber.

Retail Price is£19.95.

Web:  http://www.menu.as
Tel: +45 48 40 61 00

Eat out in the Bistro Paradiso of an evening under lantern light, where fairies silver serve you with food from heaven and owls croon old love songs; dress code old dresses and flip-flops.

The Habitat Summer 2007 online catalogue presents their enticing new product ranges for chic outdoor living:

Villa - mosaic and metal table designed by Bethan Ray, copper coloured mosaic tiles plus cover; suitable for outdoor use all year round. £249
Diameter 120 x Height 74 cm.

Lanterne - Outdoor lantern chain designed by Clair Norcross 10metre chain, white plastic. £50

Baccus - Stool of copper coloured glazed ceramic. £49
Diameter 39 x Height 44cm.

Abaco - wire chair by Alex Dreyer of bronze powder coated steel. £49
Width 70 x Height 80 x Depth 50cm; Seat Height 45cm. Chair cushion £20

Klein – magical candle holder for nine tea-lights in nickel plated brass. £30

Boris - a charming wooden bicycle. £59

Web: http://www.habitat.net
Tel:  (08444) 99 1111