New Kind of Shade Garden Rolls Out

February 16, 2011

Roll out a tiny shaded garden with the Flower Power umbrella stand and planter.

It’s got wheels for easy portability: move it as the sun changes position to keep yourself shaded.

Or if you prefer, use it empty as an … Read More…

Solar Garden Umbrella Offers Shade and Light

December 13, 2010

Offering the after-dark glow of a garden umbrella strung with tiny lights, this solar one does eco-friendly double duty. The Day Shade Night Light Umbrella, or DSNL Umbrella, soaks up the sun’s rays while protecting you from them while … Read More…

Garden Umbrellas That Cover Many Bases

July 23, 2009

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For Sywawa, Dutch designer, Jan Melis, conceived this umbrella base that does double duty as a bucket to hold your Champagne on a bed of ice, as a container for your favorite plant, or maybe even a fruit Read More…

Going Undercover: A Tune and a View

May 7, 2009

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We wear sunglasses to protect our eyes but we still want to see.  These new outdoor umbrellas by design team Bert&Dennis, offer protection and cover from the sun while allowing an unobstructed view of the infinite sky above.  Or … Read More…

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