Our Search for Modern Adirondack Chairs
When I was house shopping, I knew I had to have a yard where we could hang out, enjoy a cold beer, do some gardening, etc. Now that our tiny urban farm is well underway, Sean and I have been sitting back to enjoy our hard work… except we’re sitting on the front porch steps! He really wants to get Adirondack chairs because they’re comfortable, but I’m not totally sold. They always feel too ‘forest cabin’ to me and not modern enough. He’s really set on them though so I did an internet deep dive and found a few good options! I know I can’t be the only one with this problem, so here are a few really great modern Adirondack chair options:
The Best Modern Adirondack Chairs: Updated May 2025
For our patio, I’m considering opting for natural wood Adirondack chairs. I love how the wood can patina over time, plus there are so many beautiful wood tones to choose from.
Wooden Adirondack Chairs (top to bottom, left to right):
Rockport Natural Wood Adirondack Chair
Cambridge Casual Heaton Natural Teak Wood Adirondack Chair
Vega Natural Stain Solid Wood Woven Seat Outdoor Lounge Chair
Costway Patio Acacia Wood Adirondack Chair
Mopani Outdoor Collection Adirondack Chair
Teak Brown Slatted Wooden Outdoor Chair with Arched High Backrest
Shelly Acorn Outdoor Brown Wood Adirondack Chair
34 in. Acacia Wood Classic Orange Foldable Adirondack Chair
Abingdon Wood Folding Adirondack Chair
And on the other hand, I’ve also been considering purchasing black Adirondack chairs. I love how the black feels more modern and there are so many great options to choose from! Black would pair nicely with our existing outdoor furniture and decor, also.
Black Adirondack Chairs (top to bottom, left to right):
Black Stationary Adirondack Chair with Slat Seat
Premium HDPE Outdoor Adirondack Chair with Ottoman and Cushion
Black Adirondack Chair with Slat Seat
Heritage Two-Tone Adirondack Chair
Black Wood Frame Stationary Adirondack Chair with Slat Seat
Lollygagger Lounge and Side Table Bundle
Vista II Black Outdoor Adirondack Chair by POLYWOOD®
Byrnes Plastic Adirondack Chair
And in case you’re interested in blue Adirondack chairs for your outdoor lounge space, here are a few really stylish options I love! The coastal aesthetic they bring is so good and it would more closely match the interior of our tiny bungalow.
Blue Adirondack Chairs (top to bottom, left to right):
St. Croix Contemporary Adirondack Chair – POLYWOOD
Vista II Aruba Outdoor Adirondack Chair by POLYWOOD®
Highwood Hamilton Folding and Reclining Adirondack Chair, Nantucket Blue
Outdoor Reclining Adirondack Chair With Footrest
Sol 72 Modern Modern Adirondack Chair
Grant Park Navy HDPE Modern Adirondack Outdoor Chair
Shop the post:
What to look for when buying an Adirondack chair:
- Material — some chairs are wood (like teak or cedar), while others are made of plastic, a plastic composite, or powercoated metal. I suggest making the decision based on which material will work best in your climate.
- Foldability — some Adirondack chairs actually collapse or fold down so they are easier to store in the winter.
- Style — I chose a pair of chairs that match the clean lines of our black fence.
- Color — there are so many colorful options for outdoor furniture! No matter your color palette, you can either DIY by painting a wooden chair or find one already painted.
Which set of modern Adirondack chairs is your favorite??
