Tucked into the heart of Napa Valley, Clementine at The Estate Yountville is a destination defined by warmth, sophistication, and the effortless charm that Wine Country is known for. When the restaurant refreshed its outdoor dining and lounge spaces, the goal was clear: create an environment that feels intimate yet elevated, comfortable yet design-forward, and seamlessly aligned with the natural beauty surrounding The Estate. Contract Furniture Company was selected to help bring this vision to life—and through carefully curated commercial-grade furnishings, the space now offers a dining experience that is both timeless and highly functional.
This project incorporated six key pieces from Contract Furniture Company’s catalog:
- Parisienne Side Chair – Pattern Metal Seat
- Parisienne Arm Chair – Pattern Metal Seat
- Sheffield Lounge Chair With Cushions
- Sheffield Loveseat With Cushions
- Tango Cast Iron Table Base
- Juliet Cast Iron Table Base
Each piece was selected to harmonize with Clementine’s soft, romantic atmosphere—defined by blush tones, warm natural textures, and the inviting ambience of alfresco dining beneath the trees. What follows is a detailed look at how these furniture selections support the restaurant’s aesthetic vision, enhance the guest experience, and meet the rigorous demands of commercial hospitality.
Design Intent: Wine Country Elegance Meets Hospitality Durability
The Estate Yountville embodies a uniquely Californian blend of rustic ease and refined luxury. The buildings, walkways, and outdoor spaces celebrate craftsmanship, texture, and a lived-in beauty that feels both relaxed and meticulously curated. Clementine’s outdoor patio, with its striped awnings, French doors, warm wood tones, and thoughtfully landscaped surroundings, serves as a backdrop that naturally invites long conversations and leisurely meals.
The design team at Contract Furniture Company needed to select pieces that were:
- Visually cohesive with the vineyard-inspired architecture
- Comfortable enough to encourage lingering
- Durable enough to withstand heavy restaurant use
- Versatile enough to accommodate multiple seating zones
- Timeless enough to match The Estate’s enduring style
The chosen furniture selections accomplish all of these goals while contributing distinct personality to the space.
The Parisienne Chairs: European Bistro Charm Reinvented
The Parisienne Side Chair and Parisienne Arm Chair serve as the foundation of Clementine’s outdoor dining experience. These chairs evoke the iconic look of classic French café seating, yet they are constructed with a level of durability and craftsmanship that exceeds traditional bistro furniture.
Aesthetic Contribution
The gentle curves and patterned metal seats bring sculptural interest to the patio without overwhelming it. Their airy silhouette balances beautifully with the surrounding greenery, warm decking, and soft textiles used throughout the space. The metal patterning adds a vintage elegance, while the slim profile ensures that even densely arranged dining areas still feel open and inviting.
Craftsmanship That Sets Them Apart
Both chairs belong to the Designer Wrought Iron Series, a collection known for handcrafted artistry and unmatched structural integrity. Each piece is made with:
- Heaviest-grade solid wrought iron stock for strength
- Premium tubular steel for balanced support
- A multi-stage finishing process that includes
- Purification
- Zinc phosphate rust inhibitors
- Electrostatic coatings
- High-quality powder-coat finishes
This process ensures that the chairs maintain their beauty and performance even in demanding environments.
Built for Hospitality
Beyond aesthetics, the Parisienne chairs work exceptionally well for commercial dining because they are:
- Stable and sturdy without feeling heavy
- Low maintenance
- Comfortably proportioned for extended seating
- Protected under a five-year limited warranty
This combination of charm and endurance is one of the main reasons these chairs are a favorite among restaurant designers seeking long-lasting outdoor seating options.
Sheffield Lounge Collection: Softness, Comfort, and Residential Warmth
While the dining areas are anchored by wrought iron seating, Clementine’s lounge spaces are defined by the Sheffield Lounge Chair and Sheffield Loveseat—furniture that introduces softness and a relaxed residential comfort to the patio.
Creating Zones of Relaxed Luxury
These pieces are strategically placed in areas where guests can gather before or after a meal, enjoy a drink, or simply unwind. Their cushioned design contrasts beautifully with the structured lines of the dining tables and chairs, adding dimension and visual balance to the overall layout.
Craftsmanship and Material Integrity
Like the Parisienne chairs, the Sheffield pieces are part of the Designer Wrought Iron Series, meaning they feature:
- Handcrafted wrought iron frames
- The strongest available iron stock
- A multi-step rust-resistant finishing process
- Optional cushion choices for enhanced comfort
- Five-year warranties on workmanship and materials
The frames offer exceptional durability, while the plush cushions create the type of lounge experience one might expect at a private Napa countryside residence.
Dimensional Comfort
The Sheffield Lounge Chair, with its generous 25″ width and 32″ depth, provides a welcoming seating experience that encourages guests to settle in. Paired with loveseats and rustic tables, these lounge zones help create an atmosphere where dining becomes social, leisurely, and memorable.
Tango & Juliet Cast Iron Bases: The Unseen Heroes of Dining Stability
Every great dining experience needs reliable, sturdy tables—and that’s where the Tango and Juliet Cast Iron Table Bases come in. While less visually dominant than the chairs and lounge pieces, these bases are essential components of Clementine’s outdoor dining setup.
Why Cast Iron?
Cast iron is the hospitality industry’s gold standard for table stability. It provides:
- Long-term structural integrity
- Exceptional resistance to wobbling
- Weight and balance that can support larger tabletops
- A sleek, unobtrusive aesthetic
Both the Tango and Juliet bases feature a semi-gloss smooth black finish, giving them a timeless look that blends well with the restaurant’s refined color palette.
The Tango Base: Understated Strength
The Tango base offers clean lines and robust stability, ideal for dining layouts where tables need to remain fixed and secure throughout a busy service. With a maximum top size of 48″ round and a standard 28″ dining height, it is engineered specifically for restaurant performance. Glides are included for leveling, and the base ships knocked down for ease of handling and installation.
The Juliet Base: Compact and Efficient
The Juliet base features a slightly taller profile at 29″ and a rectangular base footprint of 18″ × 24″. It is well suited for smaller table tops—up to 30″ round—and helps maximize space between tables. For restaurants like Clementine where patio layouts shift seasonally or for events, Juliet offers excellent versatility while maintaining a strong visual consistency with the Tango.
Design Cohesion: Bringing the Space Together
What makes the Clementine installation so successful is the harmony created by combining wrought iron craftsmanship, soft upholstery, and understated table bases. This mixture of textures and tones supports the signature Wine Country aesthetic while adding subtle sophistication.
1. Soft Color Palettes and Textural Warmth
Clementine’s blush-toned cushions, natural wood tabletops, and soft green accents pair effortlessly with the wrought iron frames. The result is a palette that feels romantic, sun-washed, and entirely at home in Napa Valley.
2. Versatility Across Seating Zones
The installation includes three distinct yet cohesive seating types:
- Dining chairs for everyday service
- Arm chairs for enhancement of comfort or accent seating
- Lounges and loveseats for relaxed gatherings
This diversity allows Clementine to host everything from casual lunches to intimate celebrations without rearranging the entire patio.
3. Commercial Durability Behind a Residential Look
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of this installation is how durable the space is—despite looking soft, inviting, and boutique-styled. The wrought iron frames, rust-resistant finishes, and cast iron bases ensure that these pieces will maintain performance despite daily guest use, frequent cleaning, and exposure to outdoor elements.
4. A Cohesive, Elevated Guest Experience
From the moment guests step onto the patio, they are greeted by a space that feels polished, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed. The furniture helps control the flow of the space, supports the ambiance, and enhances the overall dining experience without ever drawing attention away from the natural beauty of the property.
Why Contract Furniture Company Was the Right Partner
Contract Furniture Company’s mission is to help hospitality businesses create environments that balance design, functionality, and longevity. Clementine needed pieces that could deliver on all three—and the selected furniture delivered on every requirement.
Reasons Hospitality Designers Choose CFC
- Commercial-grade materials built to withstand heavy use
- Made-to-order craftsmanship for customization and quality control
- Industry-leading warranties that protect long-term investments
- Wide aesthetic versatility to suit any brand identity or design direction
- Consistent lead times that support construction and installation schedules
For Clementine, these strengths translated into a patio environment that feels luxurious, cohesive, and ready to welcome guests season after season.
Conclusion: A Space Built for Connection, Beauty, and Longevity
Clementine at The Estate Yountville now offers one of the most charming and immersive outdoor dining experiences in Napa Valley—thanks in part to the thoughtful integration of handcrafted wrought iron seating, comfortable lounge pieces, and steady cast iron table bases supplied by Contract Furniture Company.
This project shows how the right furniture can completely transform a space—not only in function, but in feeling. Guests are now welcomed into an environment that encourages connection, comfort, and lingering enjoyment. And for the restaurant team, the durability and performance of these pieces ensure reliable operation throughout years of service.
Whether you’re designing a new restaurant, renovating an outdoor patio, or updating a hospitality environment, Contract Furniture Company is ready to help bring your vision to life with furniture that performs as beautifully as it looks.