Bunny Williams is a world-renowned legendary interior designer and industry leader. Both a trailblazer and a tastemaker, Williams’ style is classic, but never predictable. She just debuted a garden-friendly spring collection for Ballard Designs —The sunny series. The collection features an assortment of charming outdoor designs with classical appeal, such as an iron gazebo with a slatted top, latticed hanging planters and a powder-coated aluminum dining table set modeled after one of the legendary designer’s favorite flea market finds.
“Gardening is so much a part of the interior – the indoor-outdoor connection is so important,” relates designer Bunny Williams. “I wanted a garden, but I knew little about it so when I started, I followed a plan.” She continues, “So much is what goes along with the garden – the plants are one thing, but the containers are important too, and they can be hard to find. That’s what inspires this collection.“
Some of the designer’s top tips for outdoor décor include:
- Provide an entryway into a garden with an arbor, like the Kent Weathered Teak Gazebo Arbor. According to Williams, “It’s a piece of architecture and gives structure and height in a garden. It’s a wonderful feeling to step through it and be led from one space to another.”
- Use an outdoor planter box. They give added height while still being low enough for annuals in the summer and are versatile enough to use throughout the different seasons – the Bunny Williams Shipman Raised Planter Box would be a great option!
- Take the garden to the next level with the Bunny Williams Wood Creek Round Plant Stand or any outdoor plant stand to make an arrangement of plants more visually interesting with height variations. Williams says, “I find that when my plants in containers are all lined up on the ground, they are not as interesting as when I have them elevated at different heights… I’ve introduced some new plant stands.”
- Protect plants and their space with garden hose guides, such as the Bunny Williams Riverton Garden Hose Guide. “I have the hose guards in the corners of each of my plant beds so that when I water, it keeps the hose out of the dirt in the garden and from harming the plants and knocking over the hydrangeas!” Williams shares.
- For outdoor containers, Williams recommends sticking to a color palette. She relates that it’s more soothing when the colors are consistent – so the plants are the star of the show!
Here are our favorite pieces from the Sunny Collection:
“There’s a romantic sense of privacy and delightful contrast of cool shade to hot sun within a vine covered arbor,” says famed designer and gardening expert, Bunny Williams. Her stately Kent Arbor is based on an antique she enjoys in her Connecticut garden. Constructed entirely of premium quality teak, the diamond lattice sides are joined by a gently arched lattice top, creating a framed passage into the garden. Two slatted bench seats supported by the frame offer a serene spot to pause and enjoy the peaceful sounds and sights. Vertical corner posts are crowned with elaborately turned finials. Like her own, Bunny’s Kent Arbor has a warm weathered finish, so it feels like it’s always been there.
Bunny Williams Kent Arbor features:
- Weathered teak finish
- Handmade of FSC-certified teak
- Two built-in benches
- Lattice details
- Turned finials
- Assembly required
Dimensions:
Overall: 108″H X 92″W X 60″D (498 lbs)
Construction: Made of 100% FSC-certified teak.
Additional Info: Assembly required.
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“Having height in a garden is important, and this handsome gazebo gives you a strong vertical element,” explains Bunny Williams. “It’s almost like creating another a little room, one where you could have lunch or dinner. Climbing vines would be a charming addition.” Bunny’s architecturally striking Deming Outdoor Gazebo is sculpted of powder-coated aluminum with dark iron finish, truss-like corner columns and slatted top. Line up several side-by-side to create a romantic walk-through pergola.
Bunny Williams Deming Gazebo features:
- Dark iron finish
- Made of rustproof aluminum
- Outdoor safe
- Assembly required (hardware included)
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Bunny Williams Hollenbeck Garden Bench with Cushion
“Place this outdoor bench wherever you’d like to spend more time outside,” suggests celebrated designer and gardening expert, Bunny Williams. “It’ll serve as a focal point and a destination in your garden or yard, the perfect spot to relax.” Bunny’s Hollenbeck Garden Bench is handmade of black, powder-coated aluminum with pretty scrolled arms and pierced diamond and rail details along the back. Comfy bench seat cushion is covered in outdoor friendly, Off White polyester with Velcro ties.
Bunny Williams Hollenbeck Garden Bench with Cushion features:
- Black finish
- Rustproof powder-coated aluminum frame
- Off-white polyester bench seat cushion
- Cushion cover zips off for easy cleaning
- Levelers for perfect alignment
- Fully assembled
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Bunny Williams Shipman Planter Stand
“A planter on stand brings flowers closer to the eye of passersby,” notes designer and gardening expert, Bunny Williams. She recommends placing her Shipman Planter Stand alongside a frequently traveled path, or behind an outdoor sofa to introduce height to a seating arrangement on your patio or terrace. The classic silhouette is made of black powder-coated aluminum with lattice skirt accented with a stylized floral medallion. The raised planter box liner lifts out for easy cleaning.
Bunny Williams Shipman Planter Stand features:
- Black finish
- Made of rustproof aluminum
- Removable liner with drainage hole
- Outdoor safe
- Levelers for perfect alignment
- Fully assembled
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Bunny Williams Canfield Edging Set/12
“Edging material around a bed makes a more precise line in the garden,” notes gardening expert and designer, Bunny Williams. Her Canfield Edging creates a charming, vintage border for your flower beds, vegetable garden, or walkway. Each panel is hand woven of gray, outdoor-safe resin wicker over a staked black iron frame.
Bunny Williams Canfield Edging features:
- Handmade
- Gray resin wicker
- Powder-coated black iron frame
- Rust-resistant
- Outdoor safe
Dimensions:
Overall: 11″H X 9″W X 1/2″ Thick
Construction: Made powder coated metal frame with resin wicker.
Additional Info: To clean, wipe with a soft cloth.
Outdoor safe.
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Bunny Williams Trescott Pedestal
Celebrated designer and gardening expert, Bunny Williams, often uses pedestals to stagger the heights of plants in her garden and patio areas to add interest and shape to the visual landscape. Bunny’s classically inspired Trescott Pedestal is handmade of durable stone composites in a Greek column silhouette with stone finish. Interior is hollow, making this versatile outdoor plant stand light enough for easy placement.
Bunny Williams Trescott Pedestal features:
- Also great as an indoor plant stand
- Stone finish
- Limestone powder, resin & fiberglass
- Outdoor safe
Dimensions:
30″ Overall: 30 1/4″H X 14 3/4″ Square
35″ Overall: 35″H X 17 1/4″ Square
Construction: Made of 60% natural limestone, 33% resin, and 7% fiberglass.
Additional Info: To clean, wash and wipe with water.
Suitable for outdoor use.
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Bunny Williams Woodland Planter
Bunny loves to blend her outdoor entertaining areas with the surrounding landscape, so it feels cohesive and part of nature. “This handsome faux bois planter – designed to mimic the look and appearance of a tree trunk – brings an additional level of visual interest to your planting,” she explains.
Bunny Williams Woodland Planter features:
- Handmade
- Poly-resin & fiberglass
- Drain plug
- Outdoor safe
Dimensions:
Overall: 18″H X 18 3/4″ Diameter
Interior Opening: 14 3/4″ Diameter
Construction: Made of polyresin and fiber.
Additional Info: Includes drain hole and plug.
Suitable for outdoor use.
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“Inspired by old Moroccan chairs I use near my pool, these tilt-back chairs are lightweight and comfortable.” Bunny’s Rush Chair is artisan crafted of premium quality natural teak with airy rail arms and double stretchers. Leg posts come to tapered, turned finials for added charm. Seat and back are hand woven in a richly textured, 4-over-4 basketweave of outdoor-safe gray resin. Best of all, the back is designed to tilt naturally with your own, so you’re always sitting at the most relaxed, comfortable position. You may never want to leave the porch, patio, or poolside again. Left untreated, the natural teak finish will weather to a warm, silvery gray overtime.
Bunny Williams Rush Chair features:
- Handmade
- Natural teak finish
- Heathered gray resin
- FSC-certified teak & resin wicker
- Pivot tilt back
Dimensions:
Overall: 40 1/2″H X 22 3/4″W X 21 1/4″D (20 lbs)
Seat: 18 1/2″H X 19 1/2″W X 18″D
Arms: 24-26 3/4″H (from floor) & 5 1/2-8 1/2″H (from top of seat)
Footrest: 7″H
Construction: Made of FSC-certified teak and resin wicker.
Additional Info: To clean, wipe with soft, dry cloth.
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Bunny Williams Wood Creek Table
“Faux bois furniture, a style originating in the Renaissance, is a wonderful way to add a sense of playfulness to an outdoor space,” notes celebrated designer and gardening guru, Bunny Williams. The perfect chairside companion or stage for potted plants, Bunny’s rustic Wood Creek Table is handmade of stone powder and fiberglass with wonderful natural details and gray finish.
Bunny Williams Wood Creek Table features:
- Gray finish
- Handmade of stone powder, resin & fiberglass
- Strong, yet light enough to place easily
- Outdoor safe
- Levelers for perfect alignment
- Fully assembled
Dimensions:
Overall: 28″H X 30″ Diameter (79.36 lbs)
Construction: Made of 60% natural limestone, 33% resin and 7% fiberglass.
Additional Info: Levelers included for perfect alignment.
Fully assembled.
Bunny Williams Wood Creek Demilune
“Faux bois, the imitation of wood, originates from the art of the 15th century,” notes celebrated designer and author, Bunny Williams. “But it feels young and playful and adds visual interest to a useful demilune shape.” Bunny’s Wood Creek Demilune is a great place for potted plants or a tray of iced tea and glasses for guests to help themselves. This rustic outdoor side table is handmade of stone powder and fiberglass with wonderful natural details and gray finish.
Bunny Williams Wood Creek Demilune features:
- Gray finish
- Handmade of stone powder, resin & fiberglass
- Strong, yet light enough to place easily
- Outdoor safe
- Levelers for perfect alignment
- Fully assembled
Dimensions:
Overall: 32″H X 50 1/4″W X 20″D
Construction: Made of 60% natural limestone, 33% resin, and 7% fiberglass.
Additional Info: Levelers included for perfect alignment.
To clean, wipe with damp cloth.
Suitable for outdoor use.
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Bunny Williams Shipman Window Box Planter
“Window boxes filled with your favorite flowers, whether pretty and delicate or strong and bold, make any exterior more inviting,” says famed designer and gardening expert, Bunny Williams. Her classic Shipman Window Box Planter is made of black powder-coated aluminum with lattice skirt accented with a stylized floral medallion. The window planter box liner lifts out for easy cleaning.
Bunny Williams Shipman Window Box Planter features:
- Black finish
- Made of rustproof aluminum
- Removable liner with drainage hole
- Outdoor safe
- Fully assembled
Dimensions:
Overall: 8″H X 36″W X 8 3/4″D
Construction: Made of aluminum.
Additional Info: Do not use acid or alkaline washing liquid to clean this item.
Suitable for outdoor use.
Hardware not included, use mounting method best suited for your space.
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A walled garden on the grounds of Bunny’s Connecticut home is filled with beautiful birdhouses the famed designer has collected throughout the years. This charming hexagonal Bird Feeder has perches for six of your best feathered friends and a loop on top for hanging with your own chain or outdoor-safe rope.
Bunny Williams Bird Feeder features:
- Black finish
- Handmade
- Powder-coated aluminum
- Rust-resistant
- Outdoor safe
Dimensions:
Overall: 17 1/2″H X 11″W X 11″D
Construction: Handmade of iron and glass.
Additional Info: Suitable for outdoor use.
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Bunny Williams Mughal Arch Umbrella
When designing this stylish outdoor umbrella, Bunny Williams was inspired by the scalloped Mughal arches of India. The canopy is made of weather-defying Sunbrella® acrylic to resist fading, stains and mildew. A top vent allows cooling breezes to flow through.
Bunny Williams Mughal Arch Umbrella feature:
- Auto-tilt pole is lightweight, highly durable aluminum
- Scratch-resistant finish
- Replacement canopies available
- Designed to coordinate with our outdoor fabrics, rugs and cushions
- Simple assemble required
- 30 lb. weight available
- Umbrella Stand and weights sold separately
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Bunny Williams Riverton Hose Guide
Designer and avid gardener, Bunny Williams, believes that gardening must-haves should be as decorative as they are useful. “A strategically placed hose guide prevents damage to the plant bed and keeps the corner neat,” she notes. Her decorative Riverton Metal Hose Guide is made of black, powder-coated iron with classic turned top that allows your garden hose to slip smoothly around flower bed corners. Stake base makes in-ground placement simple and secure.
Bunny Williams Riverton Hose Guide features:
- Black iron
- Stake base
- Powder-coated to resist rust
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