On the southern coast of Spain and Gibraltar, we love to spend time outdoors and we are lucky enough to have a climate that permits us to enjoy it nearly all year round. Designing your outdoor area should be thought through properly taking into consideration functionality, practicality and aesthetic beauty.

Lounging by the Pool

2-POOL-UP The Vela collection by Vondom is a highly contemporary range that is minimalist in design with built-in illumination that looks sensational at night. Vondom is available at Magyk in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.magyk.es) and Outdoor Concepts also in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

2-POOL-DOWN The Moon collection by Fast is made of upholstered furniture that is suitable for the outdoors. This range is extremely comfortable, with soft lines and a drain-dry material that is highly resistant to scratches and ultra-violet rays. Fast is available at Outdoor Concepts in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

3-TABLE-UP Expormim’s Nido hand-woven sofa is modern urban in its design, mixing together sultry earthy colours with sleek upholstery. Their Lapala low chair is also hand-woven and looks perfect alongside the sofa. Expormim is available at Banni in Marbella (www.banni.es).

3-TABLE-DOWN-LEFT The Marbella collection by Arkimueble is a sleek range with clean lines. Arkimueble is available at Imperial Furniture in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.imperialfurniture.es).

3-TABLE-DOWN-RIGHT The Na Xemena range by Gandia Blasco is geometrically designed to offer timeless elegance. Gandia Blasco is available at Banni in Marbella (www.banni.es).

Wonderful Wood

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Unopiù’s beautiful Les Arcs range is contemporary with a very natural look. Unopiù is available at Outdoor Concepts in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

4-TABLE-DOWN-LEFT The Hover collection combines metal and wood to make an extremely attractive dining set. Available from Imperial Furniture in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.imperialfurniture.es).