Paola Lenti

Paola Lenti's outdoor pieces are built on frames of marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel, cataphoresis-treated steel, or durable aluminum profiles chosen for their resistance to salt air, humidity, and sustained exposure. Upholstery draws from proprietary fabric systems, hand-woven cord, tubular knit, and technical textiles, developed with waterproofing and UV resistance in mind. Padding cores use stress-resistant polyurethane with waterproofed polyester covers, so the furniture holds its form and surface through repeated seasons.

Many pieces in the collection are designed for this dual context. The same material rigor that makes a sofa or dining chair suitable for a covered terrace also translates well to an interior, particularly in settings where high-performance fabric and refined form are priorities. Some pieces are specified primarily for sheltered or indoor use, so it is worth reviewing each product's configuration options and material specs to confirm suitability for a particular setting.

The collection draws from a broad proprietary textile palette: Rope cord, Aquatech cord, Twiggy, Aero, Chain tubular knit, Moss, and flat-woven options, each with a distinct surface character and relationship to light. Frame materials range from AISI 316 and 304 stainless steel to treated hardwoods such as Sassafras and Aurea Optima oak, extruded aluminum, and molded plastic. Finish options include matte varnish, satin, and the Mano Lucida gloss palette. Because configurations are made to order, the range of possible combinations is wide. Assessing how these materials read in person, how a cord weave sits against a frame finish, or how a color shifts in natural light, is best done in a showroom. We recommend contacting a showroom near you to confirm what is currently on view and arrange a conversation with a design consultant before committing to a configuration.

Color is treated as a structural element, not a surface decoration. Paola Lenti develops its palette in close relationship with its textile systems, so a cord weave in grafite reads differently from the same hue in a flat fabric or tubular knit, the material modulates the color. Frame finishes in avorio, grafite, grigio lava, and the Mano Lucida wood-referenced palette are calibrated to complement rather than compete with the upholstery. This considered relationship between color, texture, and light is central to the brand's design identity.

Much of the collection is made to order, reflecting the degree of material and configuration customization available. Lead times vary by product and specification; as a general reference, complex modular sofas can take 12 to 14 weeks for delivery. Because production is tied to specific fabric, finish, and configuration choices, it is advisable to confirm current lead times with your Luminaire design consultant at the time of order, particularly for time-sensitive projects. Our Design Concierge can help you plan procurement around your schedule.

Most pieces feature removable upholstery, a practical detail built into the design rather than added as an afterthought. Inner and outer covers on many products can be taken off independently, allowing for cleaning without disturbing the piece's structure. Waterproofed polyester covers protect padding cores from moisture. For specific cleaning guidance, it is best to consult the care instructions supplied with each product, as the appropriate method will depend on the particular fabric, whether Rope cord, Aero, Twiggy, or another material in the collection.

Seeing scale, assessing the hand of a fabric, and understanding how color reads in different light are decisions that benefit from an in-person visit. Luminaire showrooms in Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Menlo Park carry selections from the collection, though displays change. We recommend contacting your nearest showroom to confirm what is currently on view before visiting. A showroom appointment gives you dedicated time with a design consultant who can guide material and configuration choices for your specific project.

The collection spans a wide range of furniture categories for both indoor and outdoor settings. Modular sofas and sectionals, lounge chairs, dining chairs, chaise longues, daybeds, ottomans, poufs, and dining tables are all represented. Some pieces belong to coordinated series designed to compose coherent environments, sofas paired with matching side tables, dining chairs developed alongside outdoor tables, reflecting the brand's commitment to spatial thinking over individual objects.