The decorator's address book

These are the need-to-know brands for outdoor furniture spanning dining and lounging sets

- RORY ROBERTSON

ARFLEX

Founded in 1947 by a group of three Pirelli technicians who teamed with a young architect named Marco Zanuso, the Italian brand Arflex has steadily become an industry leader and continues to produce modern furniture designs. The outdoor Arflex furniture range is equally cool as the indoor offering, and the Marenco chair, with its seriously squishy appearance, certainly draws the eye as a style statement.
arflex.it

BARLOW TYRIE

Barlow Tyrie claims the title of being the oldest manufacturer of teak garden furniture, worldwide. The brand was founded in 1920. However, it's not just teak that it offers. Over the years its product range has developed and diversified to include materials such as stainless steel and powder-coated aluminium, and as a result its designs are regarded as being highly practical, stylish and good value quality.
teak.com

BRIDGMAN

Established in 1977, it's clear from Bridgman's expansive offering that it is an industry leader in the field of outdoor furniture design. If you are planning to dine alfresco then there's a selection of dining sets to suit all, from two-seater bistro sets that are perfect for balconies to 12-seater options fit for a banquet. Then there's also a comprehensive offering of lounge-style furniture, including curved sofas and elegant sun loungers.
bridgman.co.uk

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