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Outdoor furniture is increasingly influenced by the contemporary trend towards creating a seamless architectural flow between interior and exterior spaces. The latest designs feature inviting, organic forms, natural colours, innovative materials, and solutions that are both complementary and sustainable.

In recent years, the dialogue between interior and exterior spaces has become a defining trend in contemporary living. This has led to greater attention being paid to furnishing outdoor areas with the same care and detail typically reserved for interiors, resulting in a true fusion of design between the two. The aim is to create functional spaces that offer maximum comfort and conviviality, seamlessly blending into the overall aesthetics of the home. This evolution in outdoor design is characterised by several key factors to be found across current offerings: soft, organic shapes, natural colours, innovative materials, and solutions that are increasingly both complementary and sustainable. These guiding principles are shaping the outdoor furniture market today.

The pursuit of ultimate relaxation is reflected in designs that feature inviting forms and soft padding, often paired with colours inspired by nature. These range from natural tones that convey comfort and a connection to the earth, to vibrant shades like green and turquoise, evoking freshness and vitality. Bright yellow is also popular, reminiscent of lemon trees and certain flowers, adding a touch of brightness and energy.

A second key factor in outdoor furniture is modularity: pieces are increasingly designed to be combined and interchanged, allowing for flexible solutions that adapt to different spaces, times of day, or specific needs. However, the most prominent trend is sustainability. Outdoor furniture is now crafted with eco-friendly materials and built to stand the test of time. This includes the use of weather-resistant aluminium, recycled materials, and FSC-certified wood from responsibly managed forests. Additionally, recycled materials are often used for upholstery, such as polyurethane rubber and polyester fibre, as well as circular fibres and fabrics. Many designs also feature water-repellent fabrics and coatings to prevent water from seeping in.

CASSINA ESOSOFT OUTODOOR

Design by Antonio Citterio

Esosoft Outdoor is the outdoor adaptation of the first collection designed by Antonio Citterio for Cassina. While maintaining the signature structural composition of the indoor furniture range, it reinterprets it with new materials, offering a distinctive aesthetic that blends seamlessly with open-air environments. The iconic exoskeleton of the base remains central to the design, now available in four warm, new shades: ivory, mud, green, and terracotta. The metal frame supports a hand-woven fibre shell that ensures high durability, abrasion resistance, and protection against heat and UV rays, while being easy to clean. The soft cushions are padded with circular materials, including polyurethane with a percentage of bio-based polyols and recycled PET wadding, all encased in a water-repellent cover to prevent moisture from penetrating. Furthermore, the visible screws on the metal frame allow for the base to be dismantled, making it easier to recycle the components at the end of the product’s life, in line with the makers’ commitment to circularity.

EMU CABLA

Design by Lucidi – Pevere

With just three modules—a single linear seat, chaise longue, and armrest—the modular and configurable Cabla outdoor system offers a wide variety of combinations. Thanks to a simple and intuitive fastening system, it is easy to create armchairs and sofas of different shapes and sizes, while the addition of the chaise longue guarantees a complete relaxation experience. The structure is crafted from AISI 304 stainless steel, ensuring durability and safe use in seaside environments. The fabrics and cushions feature soft forms and are available in a rich palette of colours dedicated to the outdoor world. The cushions are designed with an internal structure of polyurethane foam in varying densities and a resin layer to provide optimal support and comfort, all protected by a waterproof lining.

KARTELL CARA OUTDOOR LIBERTY

Design by Philippe Starck

The Cara Outdoor Liberty armchair is the result of an unprecedented collaboration between Kartell and Liberty, an undisputed leader in textile prints for 150 years. Designed by Philippe Starck, it boasts a new, fresh look with Liberty fabrics, specially designed for outdoor use with yarns developed specifically for Kartell. These fabrics not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also ensure durability and weather resistance. The pieces, made from draining polyurethane blocks and covered with removable, water-repellent fabric, offer exceptional quality and performance. Featuring two geometric patterns and one floral design, this collection brings a distinctive blend of style and comfort. The geometric pattern is available in sage, rust, beige, yellow, and blue. Each piece, from the sofa to the pouf and armchair, becomes a refined addition to outdoor spaces, combining tasteful design with an inviting outdoor relaxation experience.

PAOLA LENTI SANTORINI

Design by Francesco Rota

The new Santorini modular outdoor seating system by Paola Lenti, designed by Francesco Rota, is characterised by its generous dimensions, offering a sense of comfort. The collection consists of modular two- and three-seater elements, shaped platforms, and a round pouf. Combining design rationality, functionality, and compositional freedom, the seating can be easily reconfigured to different orientations, creating large islands perfect for relaxation and conversation. The seating can be complemented with padded backrests of varying lengths and side tables in Aurea Optima ash, which can be attached to the structure.

MAGIS IN - SIDE

Design by Thomas Heatherwick

Pushing the boundaries of design through new construction approaches has always been a hallmark of Magis, and with In-Side by Thomas Heatherwick, the brand presents a true manifesto of innovation, technology, experimentation, and creativity. Manufactured using rotational moulding (ROTOMOULDING), In-Side invites the exploration of its two dimensions: the exterior and the interior, revealed through its distinctive side cut-out. The material is a blend of polyethylene, partly recycled from post-consumer waste, combined with post-industrial recycled polyethylene in multicoloured flakes. This combination of materials and production technology creates an interior surface with a unique multicoloured texture, a defining feature of the collection. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, with the arrangement and colours of the flakes varying with every product.

RODA ASTRA

Design by Rodolfo Dordoni

Designer Rodolfo Dordoni named the Roda Astra collection with a clear purpose in mind, that of suggesting its ideal use: to gaze at the stars. All elements in the collection are fully reclining and equipped with front wheels, enhancing mobility. The design of the sofas and armchairs features a harmonious blend of tubular aluminium structures and 7 mm cotton-wool ropes, resulting in a light, airy, and comfortable ensemble. The collection includes two lounge chairs—available with high or low backrests—and a three-seater sofa. Alongside its aesthetic appeal, the collection places a strong emphasis on sustainability: aluminium is endlessly recyclable, and the ropes are made from recycled materials, regenerated through a process that reduces water usage, minimises chemical additives, and significantly lowers CO2 emissions.

UNOPIÙ DAVOS

Design by Matteo Nunziati

The Unopiù Davos collection, the result of a collaboration with designer Matteo Nunziati, offers a seating system with infinitely adjustable elements , creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. The padding and fabrics replicate the softness and comfort typically found in interior furniture, while the modular structure intuitively integrates the sofa’s cushions. This design takes inspiration from a childhood game involving magnetic balls that link linear elements together. The collection’s aesthetics are influenced by the rural architecture of Swiss mountain homes, particularly reflected in the aluminium structure’s joints, which echo the traditional wooden joints of historic alpine buildings with their distinctive right-angled joints.

VONDOM LUNA

Design by Ramón Esteve

Designed by Ramón Esteve, the new Luna outdoor furniture collection pays homage to the revolutionary aesthetics of iconic designers such as Verner Panton and Joe Colombo. Drawing inspiration from their boldness and innovation, the collection reflects the spirit of design democratisation and the use of new materials, a movement that gained momentum during the rise of industrial design in the latter half of the 20th century. Luna by Vondom is defined by its striking forms, crafted from 100% recyclable polyethylene. Its soft lines and organic curves evoke a sense of peacefulness and harmony, while the sturdy construction ensures durability and resilience in any setting.

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