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Our search for the perfect outdoor chair continues. This time, we're looking at modern chairs that work both indoors and outside. Double-duty outdoor furniture is important in Chicago, since the good weather is short and sweet. Click below for links to a wide range of prices and styles...

Under $200:
• Vista Armchair from Room and Board, on sale for $79.99
• Air Chair by Jasper Morrison, $108
• CB2 Bandit Chair, $119
• West Elm Square Metal Armchair, $169
• Bermuda Dining Chairs from Chiasso, $298 for set of 2 ($149 each)

Between $200 and $500:
• Supernatural Chair by Ross Lovegrove, $208
• Panton Chair, $245
• Marais Chair, $250
• Emeco Navy Side Chair, $395
• Bertoia Side Chair, $421 (shown above)
• Magis Chair One, $752 for set of 2 ($376 each)

Over $500:
• Etra Chair, starting at $599
• Tom Dixon Wire Dining Chairs, $680
• Knoll Toledo Chair, $900 and up
• Kolorado Chair, $2,350

Photo: Zara Home