Floor Decor
An outdoor rug that looks like jute, but even easier to maintain, is good thing. With textures that resemble natural fibers, this handwoven polyester piece is durable and UV-resistant. The Mischa indoor/outdoor rug comes in green, blue and neutral (shown) and six sizes. $68 to $998 at Anthropologie, 4801 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda; 240-345-9413; anthropologie.com
Stow It
These braided containers look like traditional coiled rope baskets and have a nautical vibe. The Courtyard bins are constructed of fade- and stain-resistant polypropylene, which won’t absorb moisture and can be hosed off to clean. Choose from white, taupe, charcoal or navy in three sizes. $59, $89 and $119 at Room & Board, 7236 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda; 866-407-6252; roomandboard.com
Garden Glow
Add some ambience to your next alfresco fete without having to search for an electrical outlet. These natural rattan solar LED floor lanterns charge in the sunshine so they can light up the night. They’re available in round and tapered shapes and can rest on the ground or hang on a hook. $39.99 (round) and $29.99 (tapered) at World Market, 12266 Rockville Pike, Rockville; 301-816-2480; worldmarket.com
Lotsa Pots
The Tula collection of textured planters adds rustic elegance to outdoor living spaces. Each pot is handmade of terra cotta with a smooth glazed finish and has an opening for drainage. The small (7¼ inches high), medium (10¼ inches high) and large vessels (12¼ inches high) are sold separately. $49.50, $179 and $269 at Pottery Barn, 4750 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda; 301-654-1598; potterybarn.com
Rock Steady
A sculptural coffee table that looks like a massive river rock is bound to be a conversation piece, as well as a place to perch your lemonade. Crafted of smooth rounded cement, it has mold impressions, water spots and pinholes for organic appeal. The Pebble concrete coffee table comes in white or charcoal and measures 59 inches wide. $1,099 at Crate & Barrel, 4820 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, D.C.; 202-364-6100; crateandbarrel.com
Artisanal Apps
Display small bites in style on this eye-catching petrified wood charcuterie board at your next outdoor party. Cut and polished by hand, each serving piece is distinctive, measuring approximately 13¾ inches by 10½ inches. $79.50 at West Elm, 951 Rose Ave. (Pike & Rose), North Bethesda; 301-230-7630; westelm.com
This story appears in the July/August edition of Bethesda Magazine.