ELEMENTS

ELEMENTS The Rattan RENAISSANCE

The old-school hero of tropical abodes is back—and hauter than ever

By Liza Grant Smith

FLOWER POWER

With an abstract shape inspired by flowers and created using six layers of rattan, the Alondra chandelier by Made Goods ($2,200) will make any space blossom with chicness. Bay Design Store, Naples (baydesignstore.com)

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Chrissy Howard, lead designer of Jinx McDonald Interior Designs, transformed this dining space into a natural beauty. “Beginning with natural and organic elements, we knew our vision for this space was to create a casual, coastal feel with a focus on sophistication and warmth,” says Howard. “Our starting pieces were the rattan dining room chairs, a woven seagrass console, and an emerald-green buri nut beaded mirror that inspired a theme of relaxed elegance. With the right combination of color, textures, and classic profiles, we brought to life a space that is effortlessly dynamic with a classic vibe.” (jinxmcdonald.com)

CAPIZ PIZZAZZ

Bring the island allure of Caribbean resort dining to your tablescape with capiz shell-lined rattan placemats from Mode Living ($190 for set of four). Jett Thompson Home, Naples (jettthompson.com)

LOO CREW

Make a splash in your bath with this family of painted rattan vanity pieces from Pigeon and Poodle (individually priced). Gattle’s, Naples (gattles.com)

BAR STAR

Wheel in this fun and functional fellow at your next impromptu cocktail soirée. The double-tiered Getaway collection bar cart from Universal Furniture ($1,275), with its swanky woven pattern, offers generous space for libation mixers and drink accoutrements. Baer’s Furniture, Naples (baers.com)

FRESH-FACED Serena & Lily

offers a fabulously unexpected and innovative take on rattan with this Portola mirror ($598) that evokes a dynamic coastal feel. Serena & Lily (serenaandlily.com)

COUNTER MEASURES

The sleek Salima counter stool from Dovetail Furniture ($379) is the perfect perch for those who want to comfortably observe all the kitchen action. Matter Brothers Furniture, Naples (matterbrothersfurniture.com)

PICK OF THE BUNCH

Stunning as a solo standout or posh as a pair, this Laguna rattan bunching table by Four Hands ($229) uses cross-woven natural rattan to create a shapely mid-century look. Wilson Lighting, Naples and Bonita Springs (wilsonlighting.com)

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