Kettal

About

Kettal is a Spanish manufacturer of outdoor furniture based in Barcelona, known for contemporary garden, terrace and patio collections developed with international designers. It produces seating, tables, loungers, sofas and accessories engineered for exterior use, working primarily in materials such as aluminium and synthetic and natural fibres, and it is positioned in the higher end of the outdoor furniture market. The company's origins trace to the mid-1960s, when Manuel Alorda began producing outdoor furniture near Barcelona after identifying a lack of design-oriented outdoor furniture on the Spanish market. The business initially focused on aluminium garden furniture, and over time it broadened its materials and techniques through ongoing technical and aesthetic development, building a reputation for weather-resistant outdoor pieces. Designer collaborations are central to Kettal's collections. The company has worked with figures such as Patricia Urquiola, whose designs for the brand include the Maia and Bitta collections, as well as Rodolfo Dordoni and Jasper Morrison, among others. These partnerships span modular outdoor seating, dining and lounge furniture, with an emphasis on combining durability for exterior conditions with contemporary design. Sustainability is part of how the company presents its products, including the use of recyclable materials and finishes and responsibly sourced wood for teak-framed pieces. Kettal emphasises the durability and longevity of its outdoor furniture as part of this approach, designing pieces intended to withstand long-term outdoor use. Kettal's furniture is used in private residences as well as hospitality and contract settings such as hotels and outdoor public spaces, and it is sold through its own showrooms and a network of dealers internationally. As a Barcelona-based outdoor specialist with a strong roster of designer collaborations, Kettal combines Spanish manufacturing with contemporary design for exterior living.