Kettal
Premium Spanish outdoor furniture: a Mediterranean design language in aluminium, rope and woven fibre, read for the US buyer.
A design house for the open air.
Kettal was founded in 1966 by Manuel Alorda and is based in Barcelona, with production in Catalonia. It built its name on outdoor furniture in extruded aluminium and grew into a design-led house working with leading names, sold in more than eighty countries.
Its catalogue is shaped by designers including Patricia Urquiola, Rodolfo Dordoni, Konstantin Grcic, Doshi Levien and Antonio Citterio. For US buyers, collections reach the market through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
A selection of lines.
Maia
Patricia Urquiola's braided-aluminium lounge family, a Kettal signature since 2007.
The current collection.
Bitta
Outdoor seating collection by Rodolfo Dordoni inspired by nautical weaving and nest-like forms.
Boma
Outdoor modular seating by Rodolfo Dordoni combining durability and comfort.
Maia
Outdoor collection by Patricia Urquiola with an artisanal weave; includes dining chairs, tables and bar stools.
Park Life
Outdoor furniture collection by Jasper Morrison focused on essential forms and durability.
Tilos
Outdoor furniture collection by Antonio Citterio reinterpreting mid-century woven seating; includes sofas, modules and dining tables.
Vimini
Outdoor seating collection by Patricia Urquiola inspired by traditional wicker craftsmanship; includes armchairs and sofas.
Altar
Outdoor table by Miguel Mila made in solid teak.
Anda
Portable outdoor lamp by Gonzalo and Miguel Mila for creating intimate lighting.
Arc
Outdoor seating collection by Kettal Studio with an embracing curved backrest.
Band
Outdoor furniture collection by Patricia Urquiola exploring structure through repetition and modular assembly; includes dining chairs and club armchairs.
Base Kitchen
Modular outdoor kitchen system by Kettal Studio.
Basket
Woven seating by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel, reinterpreting a classic basketry design.
Bela
Lamps by Doshi Levien with lantern-like rope forms for layered light.
Bitta Lounge
Lounge evolution of Bitta by Rodolfo Dordoni, with softer, rounder forms.
Cala
High-back seating by Doshi Levien offering privacy and a light form.
Cottage
Outdoor shelter by Patricia Urquiola, a small pavilion designed for rest.
Daybed
Modular outdoor daybeds by Kettal Studio.
Dots
LED lighting by Kettal Studio, minimal and directional.
Eolias
Versatile seating by Antonio Citterio for multiple uses.
Giro
Outdoor seating collection by Vincent Van Duysen defined by soft geometry, including sofas, dining seating and tables.
Grand Bitta
Outdoor seating collection by Rodolfo Dordoni extending the Bitta concept to larger scales.
Half Dome
Outdoor daybed conceived as a protective architectural retreat.
Il Colonnato
Outdoor table by Mario Bellini, with column-like legs inspired by classical colonnades.
Insula
Modular outdoor seating collection by Patricia Urquiola inspired by floating island landscapes.
Kari
Side table collection by Konstantin Grcic with bold geometric bases.
Landscape
Modular outdoor sofa system by Kettal Studio designed to shape seating environments like terrain.
Loden
Outdoor seating originally designed by Vico Magistretti and reissued by Kettal.
Mesh
Outdoor collection by Patricia Urquiola defined by architectural metal mesh; includes sofas, dining seating and tables.
Meteo
Outdoor parasol and shading system designed by Konstantin Grcic.
Molo
Outdoor seating collection by Rodolfo Dordoni with horizontal geometry; includes modular sofas, benches and deckchairs.
Net
Outdoor seating collection by Kettal Studio with a lightweight woven structure.
Pad
Outdoor seating collection by Kettal Studio with modular cushions; includes a deckchair.
Passage
Indoor and outdoor collection by Ronan Bouroullec with fluid lines; includes benches, armchairs and tables.
Pavilion H / L
Outdoor pavilion structures by Kettal Studio, offered in H and L versions.
Pavilion V
Outdoor pavilion by Vincent Van Duysen exploring architecture, light and nature, inspired by 1950s American modernism.
Plumon
Outdoor seating collection by Patricia Urquiola inspired by the softness of a padded jacket; includes sofas and center tables.
Ringer
Cafe-style outdoor furniture by Michael Anastassiades; includes tables and dining armchairs.
Riva
Outdoor seating collection by Jasper Morrison in essential wooden construction; includes sofas and dining armchairs.
Roll
Outdoor seating collection by Patricia Urquiola exploring cylindrical volumes; includes armchairs, stools and tables.
Soga
Outdoor rugs by Vincent Van Duysen combining natural texture with a balanced design.
Superfan
Outdoor ceiling fan by Kettal Studio designed for exterior comfort.
Tou
Outdoor seating by Naoto Fukasawa in rattan and wicker weaving with a lightweight structure.
VDL
Reissue of furniture from Richard Neutra VDL Research House II (1963), presented by Kettal.
Village
Outdoor furniture collection by Jasper Morrison focused on simplicity and everyday functionality; includes dining tables and armchairs.
Tilos
Designed by Antonio CitterioTilos is part of Kettal's outdoor program, drawn by Antonio Citterio. It pairs a clean structural frame with deep, weatherproof seating built for terrace and poolside use.
Like the rest of the catalogue, it is offered across lounge and dining pieces, with finishes chosen to weather the seasons.
What the pieces are made of.
Across its outdoor work Kettal leans on extruded aluminium frames, braided polyester rope, woven synthetic fibre and teak, paired with weatherproof outdoor fabrics. Each material choice is tied to a named collection rather than left general.
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Kettal, answered.
Where is Kettal made?
Kettal is based in Barcelona, Spain, with production in Catalonia. It was founded there in 1966.
When was Kettal founded?
In 1966, by Manuel Alorda, starting with aluminium outdoor furniture.
What are Kettal's signature collections?
Among the best known are Maia and Vimini by Patricia Urquiola, Bitta and Boma by Rodolfo Dordoni, and the Meteo parasol by Konstantin Grcic.
Maia or Bitta, what is the difference?
Maia is Patricia Urquiola's braided-aluminium line; Bitta is Rodolfo Dordoni's rope collection. Both run across lounge, sofa and dining.
What materials does Kettal use?
Extruded aluminium, braided polyester rope, woven synthetic fibre and teak, with weatherproof outdoor fabrics.
Who designs for Kettal?
Designers include Patricia Urquiola, Rodolfo Dordoni, Konstantin Grcic, Doshi Levien and Antonio Citterio.
Is Kettal available in the US?
Yes. Collections reach the US through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
Does Kettal make parasols and shade?
Yes. The Meteo parasol, designed by Konstantin Grcic, anchors its shade range, alongside architectural Pavilions for larger outdoor spaces.
What is Kettal's design style?
A clean, architectural take on Mediterranean outdoor living, built around designer collaborations rather than anonymous ranges.
Does Kettal supply contract and hospitality projects?
Yes. Alongside residential collections, Kettal works in contract and workplace settings, and is sold in more than eighty countries.
How should I care for Kettal furniture?
Care depends on the material, aluminium, rope, woven fibre or teak; follow the maker's collection-specific guidance, and note that teak greys naturally outdoors.
Can I buy from this site?
No. Premium Furniture is an independent editorial directory. We document the house and point you to the maker.
Tilos, Antonio Citterio's outdoor collection for Kettal
An aluminium-and-rope outdoor seating system drawn by Antonio Citterio and presented by Kettal at Salone del Mobile 2025.
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