101domus has published an English-language guide to Italian outdoor furniture, offering UAE-based designers and project buyers a reference for comparing five Italian brands. The feature covers seating, lounging and leisure pieces from Samuele Mazza by DFN, Galbiati Fratelli, Sergio Villa, Sicis and Fas Pendezza, with product examples for consideration in private gardens, terraces and hospitality design briefs. For teams developing an outdoor scheme, the selection connects a visual starting point with the next stage of product enquiry. Frame construction, upholstery specifications and the maintenance needs of each setting remain central to the choice, particularly when several functions must share the same exterior space.
Sicis contributes the Lipari Outdoor Chaise Longue, with a matte white painted aluminium frame and removable upholstery. The manufacturer specifies an outdoor covering resistant to water, UV rays and salt agents. Its cushioned seat and supporting backrest bring an upholstered lounge format into the exterior scheme.
Galbiati Fratelli brings a rounded seating form to the selection through the Aria Sofa. The product combines a polished AISI 316 stainless-steel structure with outdoor fabric cushions. This specific material choice complements the sculptural character of the piece and its role within an outdoor lounge arrangement.
Samuele Mazza by DFN is represented by the Wezen 3 Seat Sofa. Its oversized, hand-woven Vienna-style pattern, backrest cushions and integrated magazine pockets give the piece a recognisable identity. The collection also includes dining furniture, allowing designers to explore related pieces when planning adjoining outdoor areas.
Sergio Villa takes a more decorative approach with the Opus Garden Sofa White Flower. Hand-bent iron slats form the frame, while floral cushions introduce colour and pattern. Listed for indoor and outdoor use, the sofa offers a distinct visual connection between furnished interiors and garden settings.
Fas Pendezza extends the selection into leisure with the Grasshopper Outdoor ping pong table. Designed for outdoor use, the Italian-made table can also be used for dining. It offers a different function within the same project, alongside the seating and relaxation areas addressed by the other brands.
For hospitality designers and furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) buyers, the feature provides an initial shortlist to discuss against a project brief. Final selection depends on the individual product, finish, exposure and maintenance requirements of the site, making the relevant technical documentation part of the sourcing process. Through 101domus, a selection spanning several Italian manufacturers can be developed through a single point of coordination. The platform supports enquiries about products and customisation, technical alignment, production planning and international logistics, connecting the initial design direction with the information needed to progress an order.
The complete editorial feature is available in the 101domus newsroom guide. Product listings and enquiries can be accessed through the outdoor furniture collection on 101domus.
