Just in Time for Summer
http://www.projo.com/sharedcontent/features/housegarden2/
Here is an article about the move of rugs now into outdoor space. It could be an elegant way to enjoy a barbecue.
If one does use rugs for outdoors I would suggest the durability of a wool one, and to also look for rugs with dies that are resistant to fading. Otherwise the summer sun could quickly fade your rug.