The summer months are fleeting in the Midwest, and we make the most of time outside during this beloved season, whether it’s lounging in the backyard, boating on the lake, or exploring the many beautiful trails and parks nearby. These home furnishings help bring those special outdoor moments inside, crafted from natural materials and using nature as their inspiration.
Danté Germain’s River Rock Series
Danté Germain
Minneapolis-based artist and glassblower Danté Germain collects stones from local bodies of water to make molds for glasses and vases in his River Rock series. Each item represents organic beauty shaped by nature, and includes the etched location where stones were collected on the bottom of the glass.
Nova Console Table
Timber & Tulip
The Nova Console Table from Wayzata’s Timber & Tulip features a live-edge monkeypod slab with a waterfall edge that follows the natural shape of the wood. Each slab is chosen for its unique form and central void, so no two pieces are the same.
“The Dot” Wooden Wall Art
Relic Modern
Blending minimalist design with astronomy-inspired themes, this handmade wooden wall hanging, “The Dot,” from Minneapolis-based Relic Modern is crafted from walnut, maple, and Baltic birch and brings contemplation of the cosmos to interiors.
Eshana Bowls
The Citizenry
Handcrafted from natural rainbow sandstone from the mountains of India, The Citizenry’s Eshana Bowls bring sculptural interest to your table. Each bowl is made by artisans in a fair-trade environment in India.
Suhr Teak Square Lanterns
RH
Suhr Teak Square Lanterns from RH are reminiscent of Japanese reeded screens. Handcrafted from durable teak, it’s statement lighting that can be used both outdoors and indoors.
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