Dining al fresco

Tis the season for enjoying meals outdoors; here are some of our favorite backyard set-ups.

Vani Sayeed Studios (above)
A teak table and chairs are oriented to overlook the ocean and surrounding marsh.

Designer: Vani Sayeed Studios, vanisayeedstudios.com 
Photography by Jared Kuzia

Sea-Dar Construction

With the city skyline as backdrop and filled with lush plantings, this rooftop deck is the ultimate urban oasis.  

Builder: Sea-Dar Construction, seadar.com
Landscape Design: Zen Associates
Architect: Studio 301 in association with a+sl studios
Photography by Joshua McHugh

Donna Elle Design

This airy, shaded porch is an ideal spot to indulge in a leisurely meal.

Designer: Donna Elle Design, donnaelle.com
Photography by Read McKendree/JBSA

Dan Gordon

On the pool deck, this dining table completes a beautiful summer hideout.

Landscape architect: Dan Gordon Landscape Architects, dangordon.com
Photography by Peter Vanderwarker