Hoff Miller

Santa Barbara Designs: Inspirations for 2021

4/1/2021

THE SLIM AARONS AMERICAN ICON COLLECTION

With its new lineup, Santa Barbara Designs pays homage to the iconic work of Slim Aarons, one of the most famous photographers of the 20th century.

Slim Aarons loved to photograph "beautiful people in beautiful places, doing beautiful things."

For Outdoor 2021, Santa Barbara Designs re-imagines several stand-out umbrellas in "those beautiful places surrounded by those beautiful people" in our 2021 Slim Aarons American Icon Collection. The collection borrows from three of his most well-known images.

THE POOLSIDE GOSSIP UMBRELLAS

Poolside Gossip - Kaufmann Desert House, 1971, Palm Springs, CA 1971. (Photo by Slim Aarons/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Double Decker in Cornsilk with NEW Palm Springs Modern Valance

Double Decker in Cabana Yellow Stripe with Palm Springs Modern Valance

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Santa Barbara Designs: 2020 Inspirations

5/1/2020

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It feels like patio season has officially begun in Denver! Our outdoor spaces are becoming an important extension of our homes now that we're spending so much time at home. We recently introduced you to our new outdoor lines, and now we are focusing on our good friends, Santa Barbara Designs. Not only do they craft one-of-a-kind umbrellas, they support their local community and beyond. They have recently been making masks which they continue to donate to local hospitals, and they even sent some to us!

Their latest Inspirations are centered around California, which is so fitting because of the pride they have in community. I hope you enjoy the wonderfully inspired umbrellas below. Also, make sure you click on the umbrella styles you like -- it will bring you to the exact product in our Digital Showroom, and if you're logged in as a designer, you'll see the starting at pricing.

Santa Barbara Designs®
An Umbrella Like No Other

California 2020

This year’s Inspirations celebrate the beauty of the great state of California. Santa Barbara Designs was born on the California coast, which they’ve called their home for over thirty years.

The 2020 Inspirations take their design cues from the landmarks and legends that give California its charm and allure. Whether you prefer Malibu or Pebble Beach, the drama of El Capitan, or the glamour of Hollywood, they’ve got a California Inspiration that will make you feel right at home or remind you of a favorite vacation.

The Avalon

Avalon is a charming resort community on the island of Catalina, known for its casual beachside structures that feature pops of pink and aqua. SBD's nod to this island town is their seamed “Vogue” canopy, in French Pink and Aqua Sea, on a white Mirasol frame.

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June Moodboard

6/3/2019

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June Moodboard: Petite Flemenco Umbrella, Santa Barbara Designs

June Moodboard: Durian Swivel Chair, Century

June Moodboard: Ballerina Ottoman, Century

June Moodboard: Blanche Daybed w/ Trundle, Highland House

June Moodboard: Julia Chair, Hickory Chair

June Moodboard: Mirasol Umbrella, Santa Barbara Designs

June Moodboard: Joni Skirted Slipper Chair, Century

June Moodboard: Quince Tub Chair, Hickory Chair

June Moodboard: Flannery Console Table, Highland House

June Moodboard: Bennett Chair, Hickory Chair

June Moodboard: The Santa Barbara Umbrella, Santa Barbara Designs

June Moodboard: Chloe Ottoman, Hickory Chair

June Moodboard: Armless Dining Banquette, Century

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Roundup: Outdoor Furniture, Lighting, Umbrellas, and More!

3/27/2019

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Spring has sprung, and it is officially outdoor season!
Yes, we'll still get some wintry weather here and there, but with our weather reaching the 70s this week, we declare it's time to enjoy the outdoors.

We've put together a collection of outdoor furniture, lighting, planters, and umbrellas that we currently have here in our showroom (and a few that are arriving any day). We invite you to come in to see and sit in everything. Of course, there are MANY other outdoor varieties not shown on the floor, so know that you are not limited to what you see.

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Roundup: Umbrellas

5/16/2018

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"It was June, and the world smelled of roses.
The sunshine was like powdered gold
over the grassy hillside."
―Maud Hart Lovelace, Betsy-Tacy and Tib

Santa Barbara Designs

If you've ventured into our showroom lately, it's likely that you've noticed two brand new umbrellas. If you haven't been in lately, or maybe don't reside in Denver, you're in luck, because we've put together our "Umbrella Roundup," just for you. We believe outdoor season is year-round (especially in the Rocky Mountain States), but it is fun to create fresh new outdoor spaces each Spring/Summer.

We're super fortunate to be carrying two FABULOUS umbrella lines who are known for their superb materials, craftsmanship, and style. Santa Barbara Designs and Royal Botania. Keep scrolling for umbrella design inspiration and fun videos.