Innovations in design, materials and manufacturing have had a big impact on home decor — outdoors as well as in.

Besides advances in durability, there’s now an expansive range of styles that designers can tap in to.

Luxury is one of them.

Think velvet cushions. Tailored detailing. Rich, soft upholstery. Lacquered or carved artisan-made furniture. And lots of other high-end elements that bring the elegance and sophistication of a richly finished interior to a home’s outdoor space.

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