Designed to Belong Together: Gloster Modern Outdoor Collection Pairings

Creating a cohesive outdoor space does not always mean choosing furniture from a single collection. In fact, some of the most distinctive spaces come from combining designs that complement one another through material and shape.

At Gloster, collections are designed to work together, giving homeowners, designers, and hospitality professionals the flexibility to create outdoor settings that feel considered and cohesive. Our collections make it possible to build spaces that facilitate different functions while maintaining a consistent design language.

Among Gloster’s bestselling collections are Carver, Sway, Bora, and Saranac, each offering its own interpretation of contemporary outdoor design. When paired with complementary pieces, they create versatile combinations suited to everything from relaxed outdoor dining to sophisticated lounge spaces.

Here are three combinations to consider when designing your next outdoor setting.

For an elevated dining setting with a clean, contemporary character, few combinations are as natural as Carver and Sway.

The Carver collection brings an architectural presence to the dining area. Its tables feature streamlined aluminum frames, with tabletop options in slatted teak or durable ceramic.

Sway dining chairs introduce a lighter element. Designed by Henrik Pedersen, Sway combines a finely proportioned teak frame with a practical sling seat and back, keeping the surrounding space visually open.

Together, the two collections create a balanced dining arrangement. The pairing also demonstrates how repeating materials can create cohesion without requiring every piece to match. The teak and aluminum found throughout both collections establish a natural connection, while the difference in construction and silhouette adds visual interest.

• Material continuity: Teak and aluminum connect the table and chairs.

• Balanced proportions: Carver provides a substantial foundation while Sway maintains a lighter profile.

• Versatility: Carver is available in multiple table sizes and tabletop options, making it adaptable to a variety of outdoor dining spaces. Sway dining chairs have a clean look that matches many design styles.

• Ideal for: Outdoor dining areas of all sizes, entertaining spaces, and refined hospitality settings.

For a more relaxed approach to outdoor dining, Kasha and Bora bring together natural materials, tactile details, and softer silhouettes.

Kasha dining tables combine round teak tops with glazed ceramic bases, creating a distinctive sculptural profile. The contrast between the natural warmth of teak and the character of the ceramic base gives the table a strong visual presence and organic feel.

Bora introduces a different kind of texture. Its dining seating combines teak frames with rounded woven backrests, creating a tactile counterpoint to Kasha's smooth tabletop and ceramic base.

This combination is particularly effective in spaces where the furniture needs to feel connected to its surroundings. Natural teak, woven detailing, and ceramic surfaces create a palette that works comfortably alongside greenery, stone, wood, and other natural elements.

• Contrasting textures: Smooth ceramic, natural teak, and woven detailing create depth.

• Organic character: Rounded forms and natural materials give the setting a relaxed, natural quality.

• Timeless materials: Teak and high-quality outdoor woven materials bring durability as well as visual warmth. 

• Ideal for: Casual outdoor dining, resort-inspired spaces, and settings surrounded by natural landscaping.

Moving from dining to lounging, Saranac and Blow offer a lounge combination built around comfort and sculptural detail.

Saranac pieces feature a solid teak frame with contemporary lines and a timeless form. Its collection includes lounge chairs, sofas, ottomans, and chaise components, allowing a space to be built around different configurations and ways of relaxing.

One of Saranac's defining details is its woven outdoor rope back, which contrasts with the natural teak frame and generously cushioned seating. This combination gives Saranac a distinctive visual character while maintaining an inviting sense of comfort.

Blow side tables introduce an expressive design element. Designed by Henrik Pedersen, the collection includes side tables with glazed ceramic bases and natural teak tops, bringing together two of Gloster's signature materials in a compact, sculptural form.

Placed alongside Saranac seating, Blow tables provide practical surfaces while adding another layer of material, color, and form to the arrangement. The teak tops connect naturally with Saranac's frame, and the ceramic bases create a contrasting element that keeps the composition from feeling too uniform.

• Material connection: Natural teak creates continuity between the seating and tables.

• Textural contrast: Saranac's woven rope and cushions contrast with Blow's smooth ceramic surfaces.

• Layered proportions: Different table heights and seating configurations create a dynamic lounge environment.

• Ideal for: Poolside lounges, outdoor living areas, and hospitality environments designed for extended relaxation.

What connects all three pairings is a shared appreciation for quality materials and intentional, timeless design. Rather than requiring every piece to come from the same collection, Gloster's range provides the flexibility to create a variety of settings that feel coordinated while still having their own character.

These combinations are just a start. With thoughtfully coordinated materials and complementary designs across the Gloster collections, the possibilities are endless. Mix, match, and create an outdoor space that feels distinctly yours—designed around the way you live, gather, and enjoy being outside.