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From the Loire Valley to Northern California, these beautiful settings for al fresco dining range from elaborate shelters to simple picnic-like setups.

Spring is finally here, bringing more opportunities to hit the terrace for meals. Here are 11 of our favorite ways to set up for modern outdoor dining.

Cerebral architect Matali Crasset turns a stone farmhouse into a flexible, open environment for a Parisian jewelry designer and her many houseguests.