Our outdoor spaces really come to the fore as we enter the summer months. However, as this market is growing exponentially, it can be rather overwhelm ing to know where to start. Natural earthy colours in upholstery have been particularly popular recently but we have also seen a growing trend in warmer hues. As we become more aware of the environmental impact of materials, the increase in demand for sustainable outdoor furniture has prompted an upsurge in the use of bamboo and recycled, eco-friendly materials in new collections. It is also not surprising that modular design is continuing to trend upwards, as it allows us to adapt furniture to accommodate the number of people present as well as to fit pieces conveniently within the space available. As lounging has moved in a more casual direction in recent years, low, oversized, curvy sofas and armchairs have taken the market by storm, and look like they are here to stay – offering both comfort and a more casual way of lounging. Mixing and matching styles has also become increasingly popular, with influences from traditional designs in countries far afield coming together to create an ec lectic yet coordinated look. From Moroccan pouffes, rugs and cushions and Balinese daybeds to minimalist Scandinavian dining sets, there is plenty of inspiration out there. Whatever you decide to buy for your outdoor area, dura bility and resistance to harsh weather conditions is just as important as style, and is key to ensuring you can enjoy your outdoor space for years to come.
STYLISH OUTDOOR SPACES
Kristalia’s Palchetto upholstered modular seating system is inspired by Italian theatre specta tor boxes. The seating is filled with memory foam for superlative comfort and features a quick coupling and release system, making it easy to rearrange the set as required. Kristalia is available through Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) and Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) .
The San Diego collection by Belgian outdoor furniture brand Manutti comes as a sun lounger as well as sofas, tables, chairs and accessories. The sun lounger features water-repellent fabrics and synthetic aged rattan cane work. Its minimalist design is contrasted with a softer organic look thanks to the wicker and natural materials and tones. Manutti is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) and A Cielo Abierto in C. de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.acieloabierto.net) .
The new outdoor furniture collection by ETRO Home Interiors continues their classic style references, with soft shapes and Arab influences sport ing iconic paisley fabrics which are weather-resistant. The collection was presented at the five-star Hotel Punta Tragara in Capri to showcase the re laxed, carefree spirit of a holiday feel ing (www.etro.com) .
OUTDOOR LIVING …
Handcrafted Luziru baskets by Bazar Bizar are made from banana leaf and rattan. They are avail able in two sizes and offer a beautiful way to store towels or blankets, for example. They are shown here with their Oh My Gee cotton cushion covers, which add a boho look. Bazar Bizar is available from North by North in C/ Maestra Angeles Aspiazu 18 in Fuengirola (www.northbynorth.com) , Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and Metamorfoza Home Interiors in Pol. Ind. Nue va Campana (warehouse 53) in Nueva Andalucía (www.home-metamorfoza.com) .
The Riviera futon sun lounger by Hartman of fers one of the most comfortable and stylish ways to enjoy the sun this summer. The Riviera is light weight, made from a strong aluminium frame with highly-resistant upholstery fabric, and it reclines in four positions for optimum convenience. Available directly from De Tropen on the Autovía del Medi terráneo A7, Exit 953, Vélez-Málaga, or buy online at www.detropen.es .
The Talo dining table from Expormim is made from con crete for superlative resistance and comes with either a round or a hexagonal (as shown here) tabletop. Its smooth lines are perfectly complemented with the sweeping curves of Ex pormim’s Blum dining armchair. Expormim is available from Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) , Mad About Furniture in Avenida La Unión in Estepona (www.madaboutfurniture.com) , UDesign in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) and Fernando Moreno on the Ctra. de Ronda in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.fernandomoreno.eu) .
The Grand Arche table collection by Fast offers a range of sturdy rectangular tables in various versions. Its minimalist design means it can be combined with any style of seating – shown here with Fast’s Niwa dining chair collection. Fast is available from Fernando Moreno on the Ctra. de Ronda in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.fernandomoreno.eu) , Outdoor Con cepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) and A Cielo Abierto in C. de Nego cios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.acieloabierto.net) .
Zoco Home’s stylish Organic dining chair offers ample and comfortable seating. Made from synthetic rattan with a teak wood base and legs, these chairs provide a nat ural feel, complementing their Octo round dining table, which comfortably seats up to six people. The cushions featured here are also available from Zoco Home, which is situated in C.C. Idea on the Mijas Road (www.zocohome.com) .
Talenti’s new Allure collection by Christophe Pillet comprises an elegant range of tables, chairs, sofas and sun loungers. Allure offers clean lines, and soft and sophisticated upholstery tones featuring high-quality materials such as Accoya wood and aluminium for out standing durability. The Talenti showroom is situated in Puerto Banús (www.talentimarbella.com) . Talenti is also available through Acoola in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , UDe sign in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) and Ambi ence Home Design in Centro Comercial La Poveda situated in Mar bella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) .
The Bouhus collection by Loriini is made from black locust wood, oiled for extra resistance against adverse weather conditions, and upholstered in highly resilient Sunbrella fabrics with a five-year warranty. The new Loriini showroom is situated in Centro de Negocios Puerta de Banús (www.loriini.es) .
Styletto by Royal Botania is named after the high-heeled shoe which represents elegance, boldness and style, with the legs of the chair and table resem bling the tapered profile of this iconic footwear. The Styletto chair provides two versions in one, as its aluminium frame offers comfortable seating on its own but panels in the seat and backrest can also be easily removed and replaced with a quick-drying cushion for extra padding. The Styletto table comes in a wide range of heights and sizes, with varying frame and tabletop colours. Royal Botania is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , A Cielo Abierto in Centro de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.acieloabierto.net) , Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) , Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) , UDesign situated in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) and Fernando Moreno on the Ctra. de Ronda in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.fernandomoreno.eu) .
CONTEMPORARY BENCH IDEAS
The Maya picnic bench has a white sustainable aluminium frame and a strong teak tabletop. The fresh white combined with the warm teak is a stunning combination aesthetically and suits any style of home. Available from Imperial Furniture situated in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.imperialfurniture.es) .
The modern Ambassador bench and dining table are perfect for casual dining and suit any style of home. The warmth of the wood against the dark aluminium legs gives the perfect visual balance. Available from De Tropen on the Autovía del Mediterráneo A7, Exit 953, Vélez-Málaga, or you can buy directly online at www.detropen.es .
The Hopper by Extremis is an adaptation of the clas sic picnic table. It is made from premium tropical hardwood for high durability and dries very quickly after contact with water. This bench is available in four sizes and can be used for both indoor and out door spaces. Extremis is available from Acoola in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) , Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Pov eda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) and Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) .
OUTDOOR LOUNGE AREA
The Baltic collection by Loriini in black lo cust wood, oiled with dedicated natural oil, of fers the ultimate in resistance to harsh weath er conditions. Filled with quick-drying foam, Baltic is upholstered in Sunbrella fabric that is waterproof, and UV, mould and stain-resistant, and it comes with a five-year warranty. The new Loriini showroom is situated in Centro de Negocios Puerta de Banús (www.loriini.es) .
The new Xtreme Lounge collection by Life has a sleek aluminium frame with teak de tailing, combining industrial with contemporary design. The sultry blue cushions offer a luxuri ous and elegant look, while the upholstery is made from Comforma Outdoor, which is soft to the touch and treated with Scotchgard for easy maintenance. The cushions come in 12 different colours and three fabric options. Available from Imperial Furniture in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.imperialfurniture.es) .
The Synthesis stackable armchair by Unopiù, made from teak wood with a synthetic fibre seat, offers low and comfortable seating with a minimalist organic aesthetic suiting any style of home. Unopiù is available from Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Al cántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) .
The Seminyak chair from Escandi Design is made from the finest grade-A teak and three layers of synthetic rattan, and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Es candi Design is situated on the Mijas Road or you can buy this product online at www.escandidesign.com .
Nature was the inspiration for Marc Merckx’s Hexagon tables for Tribù. The teak support is a nod to the hexagonal basalt pillars of the Giant’s Causeway, a rock formation in Northern Ireland that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The impeccable symmetry of honeycomb was another source of the designer’s inspiration for this collection. The highly-resistant table top is made of handcrafted glazed lava stone with a slight craquelure effect showcas ing the natural imperfections in the stone. Also featured is Tribù’s Roots side table and modular Nodi sofa. Tribù is available through Outdoor Concepts at the of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) , A Cielo Abierto in C. de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.acieloabierto.net) , Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) .
The Varaschin Belt modular sofa combines linear and curved lines to create an elegant and contemporary look – shown here with their Plinto side table. Varaschin is available through Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com) , Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) .
Dedon’s Paros collection is rustic with a contemporary twist. Paros comes as a two or three-seater sofa as well as in modules, giving you the versatility to shape your seating in the best way to suit the space. Dedon is available from Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) , UDesign in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) , Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) , Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) , Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avenida del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com) , Siesta Interior Design in C.C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Fernando Moreno on the Ctra. de Ronda in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.fernandomoreno.eu) .
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Roda, the sophisti cated Eden modular seating system has thick deep cushions and a teak base. The backrests come in either Batyline or a padded belt option in a wide range of beautiful colours. A useful coffee table with either a slatted teak or a natural stone top completes the look. Roda is available from Gunni & Trentino situated in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) .
The Cliff fabric sofa by Talenti comes in various attractive options. The comprehensive collec tion comprises sofas, armchairs, dining chairs, dining tables, small tables, swing chairs, pouffes and sunbeds. The Talenti showroom is situat ed in Puerto Banús (www.talentimarbella.com) , and Talenti is also available through Acoola in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) , UDesign in Pol. Ind. San Pe dro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) , Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com) and Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) .
The Sit collection by Bivaq is contemporary and minimalist, with an aluminium frame and sled-like legs. Bivaq is available through Out door Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) and Gunni & Trentino situated in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) .
Porto by Valencian outdoor furniture giant Arkimueble features refined lines and a beautiful monochrome design, offering a chic and timeless look. Available from Imperial Furniture in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcán tara (www.imperialfurniture.es) .
The new Eclipsum UX cantilever parasol by Um brosa is similar to its previous version, but the de sign has been further improved with more wind resistance, a stronger structure and a better ro tation axis. The design is cleaner, with fewer visi ble bolts and a round canopy that is completely flat. Umbrosa is available from A Cielo Abierto in C. de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.acieloabierto.net) , Fernando Moreno on the Ctra. de Ronda in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.fernandomoreno.eu) and Outdoor Con cepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) .
STAYING COOL IN THE SHADE
Shade sails can be made-to-measure so that they perfectly suit the space required for some stylish respite from the sun. Available in a wide range of colours, they are highly resistant to harsh weather conditions and are easy to install and maintain. Available from The Shade Sail Company in Calahonda (www.theshadesailcompany.com) .
Enhance your outdoor area with Tuuci’s new OMX single cantilever parasol. A tilting option allows you to block the sun or add privacy at any angle thanks to its discrete cantilever design. Tuuci is available from Outdoor Concepts located at the top of the Boulevard in San Pe dro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) and through Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) , Siesta Interior Design in Centro Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Escandi Design, situ ated on the Mijas Road (www.escandidesign.com) .
The Markilux Pergola Cubic comes with remote control technology and offers up to six metres of shade in width and depth, making it an excellent option for large terraces. It features an extra band of shade on the outer edge for when the sun is particularly low, adding additional sun and glare protection. Markilux is exclusively available from Arte del Lusso in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.artedellusso.es) .
