Cottage
Made by Kettal
Designed by Patricia Urquiola
Patricia Urquiola conceived the Cottage as an architecture of calm, a self-contained outdoor room that borrows its intimacy from domestic life without surrendering its connection to the open air. The structure frames a personal retreat, sheltered by a clean ceiling plane and flanked by curtained side panels that filter light and offer privacy on demand.
The canopy shell is available in powder-coated aluminum or in wood, with options including Atlantic white cedar, western red cedar, and smoked wenge. Each material carries its own character: the cedar softens with weather and time, the wenge reads dark and grounded, the aluminum holds a precise, contemporary finish.
- Canopy and side panels in aluminum or wood
- Wood options: Atlantic white cedar, western red cedar, smoked wenge
- Curtained side panels for adjustable privacy and light filtration
- Generous cushions available across a broad color palette
Urquiola, whose practice spans furniture, architecture, and object design, brings a rare domestic warmth to outdoor furniture. The Cottage reflects her recurring interest in spaces that feel inhabited rather than arranged, where material choice and proportion do the quiet work of atmosphere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is the Kettal Cottage canopy available in?
The Cottage canopy shell is offered in powder-coated aluminum or wood, with wood options including Atlantic white cedar, western red cedar, and smoked wenge. Each finish weathers and ages differently, giving buyers meaningful choice based on climate and aesthetic intent.
How do the Cottage's side panels work?
The curtained side panels can be drawn or opened to control privacy and light on demand, functioning much like interior drapery but engineered for outdoor conditions. This adjustability is central to Urquiola's concept of the Cottage as a room rather than a shade structure.
Is the Kettal Cottage suitable for year-round outdoor use?
Kettal designs its pieces for demanding outdoor environments, and the Cottage's material options, including naturally durable cedar and powder-coated aluminum, are selected with longevity in mind. The appropriate choice of finish will depend on your specific climate and exposure conditions.
Who is Patricia Urquiola and what is her design background?
Patricia Urquiola is a Spanish-born, Milan-based designer and architect whose work spans furniture, lighting, interiors, and hospitality. She studied architecture in Madrid and Milan, graduating under Achille Castiglioni, and has since collaborated with leading European manufacturers including Kettal, B&B Italia, Cassina, and Flos.
Can the Kettal Cottage cushions be customized?
The Cottage is offered with a broad palette of cushion options, allowing the interior to be tailored to specific project requirements. For precise fabric and colorway specifications, consultation with a design professional is recommended.