Outdoor spaces at hotels, beach clubs and residences now get as much design attention as the interiors. The materials have to work twice as hard.
Teak remains a classic for good reason: it is naturally oily, stable and ages to a beautiful silver. Powder-coated aluminium and marine-grade stainless steel offer clean, modern lines with minimal maintenance.
For upholstery, solution-dyed acrylic fabrics and quick-dry foams resist fading, mould and heavy use. Hand-woven synthetic fibres give the look of natural rattan with far greater durability.
In coastal and desert climates, specifying the right grade of material, and planning for maintenance, is what keeps outdoor areas looking new season after season.
