Why settle for a simple patio umbrella when you can construct a massive, gravity-defying, architectural wooden sail in your backyard? This looks like a brilliant haven for relaxation, provided a sudden gust of wind doesn't turn your entire deck into a makeshift hang glider. The giant paper lanterns add that perfect touch of mid-century tiki lounge Zen.
Source: Sunset Patio Book, 1965 Printing (originally published 1961).
















