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Is there anything more South African than standing around a fire in the summer?
This is why we believe that the addition of a fire pit to your outdoor space is beyond practical – it becomes a focal point that enhances the overall ambiance of your outdoor space. In the summer, the fire pit serves as more than just a source of warmth; it transforms outdoor spaces into cosy hubs for socialising and relaxation. On days like today, temperatures certainly don’t necessitate a fire for heat. It is the ambiance created by flickering flames that foster an inviting atmosphere.
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Our summer days may be scorching, and it’s not unknown that the nights can bring a gentle chill. A firepit offers the perfect solution, providing a cozy warmth that allows you to lounge outdoors long after the sun has set. Being surrounded by the glow of the fire, you can enjoy the tranquility of Cape Town’s summer nights.
The evening ambiance created by a fire pit is difficult to describe. They become focal points for gatherings, providing a natural gathering spot for friends and family to share stories, enjoy meals, or simply unwind. The soft glow of the fire adds a magical touch to summer nights, extending outdoor enjoyment into the cooler evenings. In some cases fire pits can serve practical purposes such as cooking, braaing marshmallows, or even deterring insects with the smoke.
And what complements the mesmerising flames best? You’ve got it! A cosy patio chair, perfect for snuggling up in.
Perfect Pairs | Firepit + Chairs
1. Round Fire Pit by Yuppiechef and Clifton Chair by Cielo | 2. Jumbo Orb Fire Pit by Iconomy and Amalfi Middle Peice by Coricraft | 3. Ellipse Firebowl by Yuppiechef and Minerva Lounge Chair by Patio Warehouse | 4. Triple Fire Bowl Braai & Fire Pit by Yuppiechef and Mykonos Patio Chair by Cielo | 5. Square Fire Pit by Sprung and Acapulco Cafe Chair by Eleven Past | 6. Fire Boma by Esque and Corvo Lounge Chair by Patio Warehouse | 7. Round Firepit by Sprung and Cardelini Patio Chair by Cielo | 8. Medium Orb Fire Pit by Iconomy and Xanadu Lounge Chair by Mobelli
9. Green Bio Ethanol Fire Pit by Takealot and Zambezi Lounge Chair by The Private House | 10. Veld Outdoor FIrepit by Pedersen + Lennard and Split Lounge Chair by Weylandts | 11. Megamaster Firepit by Makro and Atlas Outdoor Chair by Hertex | 12. Sirca Wood Fire Pit by Multi-Fire and Santorini Armchair by Weylandts | 13. Plateau Wood Firepit by GC Fires Ashanti Occasional Chair by and Weylandts | 14. The Rio Firepit by Wilson Stone and Olala Centre Chair by Mobelli | 15. Fire Boma by Esque and Supine Lounger by Kipekee