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No matter how big (or small) your patio space, you can make the most of it with a timeless piece from Lyle and Umbach, Ltd., designs. Their collection of outdoor furniture combines cutting-edge style with quality detailing. Their tables, benches, and chairs are all crafted by artisans using exotic woods such as teak and mahogany. They add strength and sophistication to any space, from a sleek and contemporary terrace to a flawlessly landscaped rooftop deck.
You can’t go wrong when the designer is also a client. Co-founder John Lyle’s East Side apartment it is filled with striking examples of his designs: “I think half of the stuff here I made,” he says.
For couples divided over choosing a classic or modern style, Lyle and Umbach offer a way to have the best of both. For English country style, it’s the Highland Bench or Chair in mahogany with old ink yacht enamel. For a more casual aesthetic, the Dark Harbor Chaise is the perfect place to sip a Caipirinha on a lazy day.
Lyle and Umbach furniture and accessories are built to be treasured for generations. “Since I work in bronze and steel, the pieces will be passed onto grandchildren and great grandchildren,” Lyle says. “When I’m making a piece, I’m primarily a sculptor. I’m making a piece of sculpture that is functional: art under foot, as it were.”
You can find Lyle and Umbach lighting, furniture, and accessories at a Holly Hunt, Ltd. showroom.
Holly Hunt, Ltd.
979 Third Avenue, Ste 605
New York, NY 10022
212-755-6555
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