Labor Day Furniture Essentials
With the unofficial last weekend of summer just around the corner, there’s no better time to host a get-together with
friends and family than Labor Day.
From backyard cookouts and pool parties to an evening of wine tasting and appetizers, we have just the right pieces of
furniture to help make entertaining as effortless as summertime itself.
So sit back, relax and savor the last few weeks of (almost) everyone’s favorite time of year with furnishings that bring
on those vacation vibes all year long.
At Your Service
We love multitaskers like the Sea Winds Sideboard. Right at home in virtually any room, this hardworking piece
of furniture serves multiple functions.
There’s plenty of space up top for serving and display, while below, a mix of open and closed storage can be used
to conceal everything from bar essentials to linens. The center is fitted with wineglass holders completed by eight
cubbies to hold your favorite varietals.
A two-tone color palette in crisp white and driftwood gray, along with louvered paneling along the sides and cabinet
fronts, gives it a coastal sensibility.
Take It To Go
Cleverly designed for sitting and serving, the Capris Cocktail Ottoman makes light work of the task at hand.
Three handled serving trays nestle neatly in the shelf below and can be used to pass around beverages and finger foods.
After the party’s over, these indispensable catchalls work wonders at corralling everything from keys to sunglasses to mail.
The white frame is topped with a plump seat cushion covered in thin blue-and-white stripes for a nod to the nautical.
Party Central
Perfect for parties as well as everyday use, the rustically refined Mitchell Console Table with Stools offers an effortless
way to set up a bar or eating station just about anywhere.
Part of Universal Furniture’s Curated Collection – a thoughtful procurement of tables, chairs, dressers and more that
work together seamlessly for an eclectic yet cohesive look – this set includes three stools.
Each is beautifully upholstered in creamy fabric that’s colorfast and resistant to staining.
It’s 5 o’clock Somewhere
When it comes to entertaining guests, you just can’t beat the functionality and ease of the Libations Locker from
Universal Furniture.
Served neat, it has a bold, confident design with dual textured tri-fold doors fitted with louvers and metal drawer
pulls that give it an industrial edge.
Pull-out shelving facilitates easy pouring, and four drawers provide plenty of room for all your serving essentials.
There’s also space for stemware and wine bottle storage.
Pièce de Résistance
Covered in your choice of performance fabric, the party-proof Bradford Sectional by Rowe is made to be lived in.
The highly durable upholstery inherently resists stains and spills, so you won’t have to break a sweat over that plate
of ribs smothered in barbecue sauce or the occasional paw print.
It has an effortless, transitional style that gets along with modern and traditional interiors alike, with smooth lines
and scooped arms.
Exposed wood legs give it an elevated look, while loose back cushions and decorative throw pillows impart an
easy, laid-back feeling.
The coordinating ottoman is handcrafted with a solid wood frame for long-lasting enjoyment. It’s the perfect piece to
prop your feet up or to use as extra seating for impromptu guests.
Wine and Dine
Nothing says summer like dining alfresco. And the Essentials For Living Boca Dining Table is sized just right for
small, intimate gatherings.
Made of gray teak with a gorgeous patina that just gets better over time, the round silhouette keeps everyone facing
inward to help keep the conversation (and wine) flowing.
The South Beach Dining Table from Universal Furniture always has room for one more guest, whether hosting
a champagne brunch or a five-course dinner.
A large concrete slab is set atop a sleek, open and airy metal base for equal doses of contemporary and carefree style.
The hole at the center accommodates an umbrella for instant shade.
Pair with our South Beach Dining Chairs to complete your casually elegant outdoor dining space. The light gray seat
cushions are amply padded and the crisp, white aluminum frame is curved for just-right support to encourage guests
to linger a little longer after the meal is done.
Come into a showroom or contact us for a complimentary consultation for more inspiring ideas to outfit your home
for Labor Day and beyond. We’re here to help you design a space that you’ll love coming home to.
