Find respite from the summer heat in a neutral shaded patio, featuring a mix of modern and Moroccan elements.

Above: A patio in France, designed by Maison Hand.

Above: The teak Messina Umbrella (84 inches in diameter), made in Denmark by Skagerak, is $283.12 at ATG Stores; the Skagerak Durban Umbrella Base is $241.13.

Above: Designed by Danish engineer Ole Gjerlov Knudsen in 1962 as a camping cot for his son, the reissued Beechwood Folding Bed with linen flax and sisal rope is €345 at Manufactum (unfortunately, we don't know of a source in the US). N.B. Another good daybed option is the High Tension Cot from Japanese camping outfitter Snow Peak; $399.95 Go to Martha Stewart for ideas on converting a camp cot into a daybed.

Above: Our favorite source for butterfly chairs is Circa 50 in Vermont; the stainless Butterfly Chair Frame is $218 and the Canvas Butterfly Chair Cover in white (also available in a range of colors) is $43.

Above: Mix an assortment of beige, canvas, and taupe Sunbrella Throw Pillows from Design Within Reach; $49 for the 18-inch-square size and $62 for the 24-inch-square size.

Above: The Hammered Drum Stool made of recycled aluminum is 16 inches high and 16 inches deep at Viva Terra; $229.

Above: The Moroccan Tray Table with lightweight aluminum etched top and cast iron base is 34 inches in diameter and 19.5 inches high; $399 at Pottery Barn.

Above: Jumbo Nickel Candle Lanterns by Roost, made of polished nickel-plated stainless steel, are available in four sizes ranging from 19.5 inches to 34 inches tall; prices range from $106 to $319 at Velocity Art and Design.