The aesthetic purity of the design can also redesign environments of the outdoorsadding style and essentiality to any context. In these proposals for outdoor spaces, the beauty of exteriors meets the practicality of function, creating new forms of elegance.
FURNISHINGS
With its Outdoor Collectionmade up of deckchairs, tables, benches and small tables, Carl Hansen & Søn has brought the great value and high quality of Nordic craftsmanship design to outdoor spaces, which can be clearly perceived in the sober and regular shapes of this space-saving and extremely functional seat. The Deck Chairmade of teak wood, is characterised by a reclining frame that meets all contemporary outdoor requirements. The removable cushion is made of Sunbrella fabric and is weather-resistant. New for 2021 is the Deck Chair with integrated footrest for all-round relaxation.
For perfect terrace or balcony organisation, Protek proposes an outdoor location of Bigfootthe concealed furniture system specially designed for outdoor spaces.
Can be integrated into the wall when designing and renovating the building, adjacent to an existing wall or freestanding and self-supporting, Bigfoot is available in two versions, Architectural for cladding in plasterboard or similar and Interior, with provision for panelling or rigid panels (both versions do not require building permission, speeding up and simplifying installation), as well as different finishes and colours to suit the environment in which it is installed, and a wide range of variants: from more traditional and practical elements such as shoe racks, bookcases, tables, beds, pantries, coat closets, to 'smarter' applications with bar furniture, fitness or entertainment elements, to the newest solutions for smart-working, home-schooling.
With the Riviera collection, which includes a selection of armchairs, chairs, coffee tables and much more, the Umbrian brand Talenti has been able to generate proposals for out- doors that combine aesthetics and functionality, comfort and practicality, developing to the full the creative force contained in the quality of the best Italian design. With its sober and bright lines, Talenti's collection is able to adapt to contract and residential environments, but also to the nautical world. The quality of these proposals is further enhanced by the materials used: fabrics, leather and ceramic, together with the extreme lightness of the aluminium parts.
Also the German company Thonet GmbH has created a collection for all seasons: 'Thonet All Seasons', many colours for the tubular steel classics to be used both outdoors and indoors. From the Bauhaus era, these chairs lend themselves to accompany us in all seasons of the year. For the outdoor collection "Thonet All Seasons" Thonet has chosen the S 33 and S 34 cantilever chairs by Mart Stam, the B 9 side tables, the S 35 lounge chair by Marcel Breuer and the S 533 cantilever chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. From the iconic designer these complements are perfect to embellish a terrace or garden!
COVERINGS
Among the brand's outdoor proposals Refin Ceramics is undoubtedly the Blended collection, an extremely refined line of claddings in which the materials, blending into one another, create a hybrid surface with a unique style, characterised by the presence of marks and soft nuances with great visual impact. In this collection, the charm of natural inspiration is mixed with the practicality of materials, creating new languages for outdoor spaces. To meet the needs of the outdoors, Terratinta Group proposes Thick20mm, a fully vitrified unglazed porcelain capable of adapting to any outdoor environment, creating an elegant bridge to indoor spaces. What characterises Thick20mm is its thickness, composed of overlapping layers of Made in Italy quality that beautifully combine aesthetics and functionality. The collection also ensures high resistance to frost and weathering. With its extreme versatility, Thick20mm offers endless application possibilities.
ACCESSORIES
Outdoor spaces can also be softened by soft, enveloping lighting, by delicate luminosity imbued with design. Among the outdoor proposals of the Treviso brand Line Light GroupThe Butler floor lamp features an LED light source in a warm white colour. The main body of this outdoor lamp is made of iron, with a refined black embossed finish obtained by painting. Another outdoor proposal is Lira, a lamp floor lamp that combines elegance and modernity, sobriety and aesthetic purity. With its enveloping illumination, this Linea Light Group creation will be able to make summer evenings truly unique. The body of the lamp is painted in a black, or dark brown shade, and the single-emitter floor lamp is equipped with a white LED light source. With their extreme versatility, the G.T.Design outdoor environments can also easily adapt, bringing with them the delicate contrasts and colour mixes that can change the face of any space. One of these is undoubtedly Passo Doppio, a hand-knotted rug made of high-performance technical yarn, available in two shades of grey and beige. Another rug suitable for covered exteriors is Paglietta, characterised by an irregular workmanship and a richness of colour that also makes it extremely pleasant to the touch. With its colour combinations, this carpet can masterfully define spaces, giving them new texture. The same strength also characterises the carpets of I Glassati, the new collection Coconutrug, made from a waterproof resin that ensures a consistently original texture and aesthetic appeal.
To liven up the atmosphere of outdoor spaces, the Gabel Group offers the ColorLab collection, characterised by a pop, colourful soul and pretty floral patterns. The collection is 100% Made in Italy, and offers wide margins for customisation thanks to the wide choice of designs, all inspired by the shapes and colours of nature. The products in this line have been digitally printed on a pure cotton panama, and are available in different variants: tablecloths, runners, America sets, aprons and tea towels. The 'Always Clean' stain-resistant treatment, which ensures the waterproofing of the products, makes the collection ColorLab particularly suitable for outdoors.
Outdoor spaces can also be revolutionised with the designer taps: Fir Italia is well aware of this, whose collection KitchenSteelWith its elegant and harmonious lines, always striving for perfection, it can fit with great ease into even the most demanding outdoor contexts, bringing with it eco-friendly taps that ensure hygiene, resistance and ease of cleaning. The taps in this collection are made of AISI 316L stainless steel, which guarantees high durability.
With a skilful combination of stainless steel, stoneware and marble, the Diva Outdoor ladder, proposed by Fontanot Groupis the ideal solution for any kind of outdoor environment. The solution by the Rimini-based brand, a worldwide reference in the production of designer staircases and railings, ensures maximum modularity, and instantly catches the eye thanks to its majestic and imposing lines, with great aesthetic impact. The staircase was designed by Michele Giacomelli.
The Amon free-standing vase, made by Tonellidesign, It encapsulates all the elegance and unmistakable style of the best Italian productions. This unusual object, a supreme synthesis of strength and beauty, was designed by Roberto Garbugli, and is capable of furnishing even outdoor spaces with great class, bringing to them the translucent elegance of glass surfaces.
KITCHENS
Among the best proposals for outdoor spaces is the Frame Outdoor kitchen by Fantin, designed by Salvatore Indriolo. Thanks to a cataphoresis treatment that prevents the formation of rust, the award-winning work-station kitchen - winner of the Archiproducts Design Award 2018 and the ADI Index 2019 - is now also available for outdoor use, and is also able to ensure maximum customisation. The kitchens are available in 13 colour finishes (basic, metallic and earth) with 2 or 3 modules (128 or 188 cm wide). Fantin's solutionsThey can also be equipped with an integrated stainless steel gas barbecue.
On the same wavelength, Tikalthe sculptural outdoor kitchen designed by architect Nicola De Pellegrini by the Anidride Design studio for the Talenti brand. A creation that is enriched with two shelf modules characterised by the same refined and essential style that characterises the entire line: one is equipped with a wall unit, while the other has a base consisting of a cabinet. The shelves of Tikal are made of large stoneware slabs, capable of conveying a striking concrete effect, resulting in an end result in which the purity of design blends harmoniously with the robustness of the material, but also with the high quality of performance.
The Frame Outdoor kitchen by Fantindesigned by Salvatore Indriolowas presented in 2020 to great public acclaim. The award-winning workstation kitchen, winner of theArchiproducts Design Award 2018 and theADI Index 2019is now also available for outdoor use thanks to a cataphoresis treatment that prevents the formation of rust and allows a high resistance to atmospheric agents: Fantin inaugurates this new market segment, aware that the versatility, colour and resistance of its products will be effective solutions to meet the customisation requirements of open spaces. Le Frame Kitchens - for outdoor use - are offered in 13 colour finishes (divided into basic, metallic and earth) with 2 or 3 modules (128 or 188 cm wide) with steel tops Barazzaand can be equipped with an integrated stainless steel gas barbecue, which allows for smoke-free and convenient cooking, thanks to the quality of the materials and the high technology used.
