Objects of Desire: Adirondack Chairs Perfect for Summer Lounging

First made by Thomas Lee in 1903 as an outdoor chair for his vacation home in — you guessed it — the Adirondack Mountains of New York, this classic piece has come a long way from its original design of 11 flat boards fitted into a straight-backed, wide-armed lounge chair. Over the past 110 years, this versatile piece has been reworked by designers and DIYers alike to fit nearly any space.

Here are six Adirondack chairs to inspire your summer lounging session.

Adirondack Chair, by Loll Designs

Details: Design duo Greg Benson and Jeff Taly created these chairs using recycled plastic made from postconsumer waste, so you could be sitting on a plastic milk jug you once tossed into your blue bin.

Why they work here: The Adirondack’s low seat helps minimize volume in tight porch spaces.

Source: Design Within Reach


Adirondack Chair, from ACE Hardware

Details: These homeowners cleverly sourced a pair of inexpensive wood Adirondacks from their local ACE Hardware store, then painted them a lovely spring green.

Why they work here: The cheerful color and peaked shape of the chair backs make these chairs the perfect focal point in this outdoor space.


Formula One Red Classic Adirondack Chair

Details: The wide, slanted seats on this pair of cheerful tropical-hardwood Adirondacks allow plenty of room to lounge or curl up with a book.

Why they work here: Neighboring trees block the sun and send their roots right into this side yard, making it difficult for new plantings to take hold. These bright Adirondacks add a lively pop of color in a space where greens and browns dominate.

Source: Cost Plus World Market


Espresso Classic Adirondack Chair and Stool

Details: These chairs are actually the same ones featured in the previous image, but the difference in color along with the addition of a pair of ottomans completely changes their flavor.

Why they work here: This deep outdoor patio space was begging to be filled, but a table and chairs would’ve blocked off too much of the boxy space. Adding the ottomans transformed these Adirondacks into lounge chairs and created a shady nook for enjoying a hot afternoon.

Source: Cost Plus World Market


Casual Living Wave Adirondack Chair

Details: These colorful chairs are made from a durable recycled plastic and are resistant to fading, chipping and splintering.

Why they work here: These chairs can be purchased with a left- or right-facing asymmetrical back. This homeowner mixed the two, creating balance and helping define individual seating areas.

Source: Hayneedle


Douglas Nance Atlantic Adirondack Chair

Details: These deeply contoured classic teak Adirondack chairs are designed to hug your body as you lounge.

Why they work here: The durability of teak is unmatched among hardwoods, making these chairs perfect for sunny outdoor spaces like this one. The teak will weather to gray over time, but its natural oils will prevent it from splintering even when left to endure the elements. If you prefer the wood’s original golden color, regular oiling with a manufacturer-recommended product will preserve it.

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