Patio reborn: seven essential elements for an outdoor retreat

Sunset, Sept, 2005 by Jess Chamberlain

Folks in many parts of the country are stocking up on sweaters, but most of us are reveling in gorgeous weather for several weeks to come. What better time to take advantage of the current sales on outdoor accessories? To savor those last magic days of summer in your own revamped sanctuary, all you need is about $200, some lemonade, and the seven elements pictured here.

The items on this page were found on sale at press time at the places below; use them to spur ideas in your own search.

SOURCES: Cost Plus World Market (www.worldmarket.com or 800/267-8758); Hold Everything (www.holdeverything.com or 888/922-4117); Ikea (www.ikea.com or 800/434-4532); Pier 1 Imports (www.pier1.com or 800/245-4595); Target (www.target.com or 800/440-0680); West Elm (www.westelm.com or 866/937-8356)

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PHOTOGRAPH BY THOMAS J. STORY

Bamboo drape         $13
Chair                $63
Side table           $20
Throw pillow         $13
Hurricane lanterns   $13-$17
Rug                  $30
Planter              $16