. The Chair King Story. For over 75 years, CKBYS has been at the forefront of retail excellence, offering an unparalleled shopping experience in outdoor furnishings. Founded in Houston, Texas, in 1950 as a family business, Chair King® Backyard Store has grown to be the largest outdoor furniture retailer in Texas. We’re still a family-owned business, but now, outdoor comfort enthusiasts can find showrooms spanning from Austin, Dallas, San Antonio ...