7 Inviting Outdoor Nap Spots

Go basic teahouse, or add bling with extras like bamboo blinds.

Bolt together a California-made Douglas fir sanctuary, then veg out. The redwood deck measures 6 ft. by 10 ft. East-West TeaHouse with Kotatsu Table, $2,075.

Tropical perch: There may be cheaper hammocks out there in the world, but this one keeps old seat belts from going into a landfill. Hey, maybe it’s a safer swing. Available in six colors. $744; branchhome.com

Travelers' escape: Sail away in this daybed, whose shape is inspired by a Chinese boat.

Yes, this daybed is pricey, but it’s completely weatherproof and sleeps two. Plus, a trip to China for a ride in a real sampan would cost more. Sampan Outdoor Wicker Day Bed, $7,995; homeinfatuation.com

The redwood sleeping platform pictured at left was built by a contractor. But owners Tom Nelson and Randy Bolin provided the details that make the retreat in their Oakland, California, backyard look like it's straight out of Bali.

They gave a futon a burst of color with fabric and pillows from an import store. The Indonesian wooden friezes, temple guardians from an import store, and batik wall hanging complete the look.

Built of Mangaris―a dark, eco-friendly hardwood also known as red balau―a new deck spans the living room, kitchen, and master bedroom of this Hollywood Hills home, expanding the usable outdoor space from 120 square feet to almost 900. Triple and quadruple sliding glass doors on two sides of the living room bring in the view and create an easy transition between indoors and out.

This showstopping daybed by The Sweetwater Cabana is a posh shaded oasis of pillows (Beach House Style) for afternoon lolling.

A comfy lounge chair big sits amid tropical splendor in this jungle-inspired California garden.

A patio needs places "where the eye can stop, rest, and be delighted," landscape designer Davis Dalbok says.

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