Roda
Italian outdoor furniture with an IN and OUT philosophy: indoor comfort and finish carried outside, read for the US buyer.
Indoor comfort, brought outside.
Roda was founded in 1990 by Roberto Pompa and is based in Gavirate, in the Varese area of Lombardy. The house works to an IN and OUT philosophy, bringing the comfort and finish of interior furniture to the terrace, with an emphasis on quality, durability and responsible materials.
Rodolfo Dordoni has been its art director since 2005, alongside designers including Piero Lissoni and Michael Anastassiades. For US buyers, collections reach the market through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
A selection of lines.
Eden
An outdoor sofa collection by Rodolfo Dordoni.
The current collection.
Double
An outdoor line comprising a dining armchair and poufs in various shapes and sizes, with a smoke-colored metal frame, elastic straps, and 3D water-repellent mesh, plus removable fabric covers.
Eden
Outdoor modular seating on teak or weather-resistant white teak bases, with Batyline or padded-belt backrests and hydro-draining cushions; the line includes one-, two-, and three-seater modules, a hexagonal module, and a coffee table with a teak slatted top.
Laze
Lounge collection on a stainless steel frame with polyester or recycled acrylic filaments stretched over the structure and hydro-draining cushions. It includes lounge chairs in standard, high-backrest and rocking versions, dining chairs with or without armrests, and a footstool.
Network
Modular living system built on a teak structure with polyester or acrylic belts arranged in a grid. It comprises sofas, lounge chairs, chairs, barstools, benches, and coffee tables.
Piper
A line built on a tubular aluminium frame, with backrests wrapped in woven straps or upholstered in Batyline and some models using padded straps. It includes stackable chairs, garden loungers, and four small tables in various shapes.
Spool
An outdoor seating line with powder-coated stainless steel structures in smoke or milk finishes and backrests in either padded tubular or rope versions. It includes one-, two-, and three-seater sofas, lounge chairs, and coffee tables with stone or gres tops, all with hydro-draining cushions.
Arena
An outdoor daybed positioned between a large garden lounger and a designer sofa, built on a powder-coated stainless steel structure with belt support and hydro-draining cushions in various fabric options.
Aspic
A set of three outdoor tables made from a blend of natural mineral components and organic fibers with a visible granular finish, comprising two round tops in different sizes and one larger oval version.
Astra
An outdoor seating range combining tubular aluminium with cotton-feel ropes and distinctive double-cylinder armrests, including high and low back lounge armchairs plus a three-seater sofa.
Barrique
An artisanal outdoor planter combining iroko wood slats with polyester or acrylic cords and belts, available in three sizes with customizable color combinations.
Basket
A modular outdoor seating system with powder-coated stainless steel structures and Batyline seats, offering one, two and three-seater modules plus chaise longue elements and stone-topped low tables.
Bernardo
Outdoor side tables built on a white Sempione granite base with a painted stainless steel structure, available with round or square tops.
Brick
An extendable outdoor dining table with a teak structure and tabletop divided into geometric brick-like sections, using a butterfly opening mechanism, offered in two models.
Button
A range of lightweight aluminium outdoor tables in round and square shapes and various sizes, with top options in aluminium, teak or gres.
Caddy
A multifunctional outdoor bar trolley with a rounded teak frame and two removable polished stainless steel tops that serve as trays.
Cortica
Outdoor planters in cylindrical and rectangular shapes with rounded edges, made from brown cork bound by plant resins, usable as flower pots or planters via an adjustable drain plug.
Dandy
Modular outdoor seating system on an aluminum frame with elastic straps and weather-resistant padding, using three densities of polyurethane in 3D netting with hydro-draining cushions and removable Velcro-fastened fabric covers.
Eolie
Outdoor line in FSC iroko wood, natural or in olive / blue / orange painted finishes, including sun loungers with a four-position reclining back, gazebos with Batyline support fabric, and coffee tables, with hydro-draining cushions.
Erice
Outdoor chairs built on a laser-cut, powder-coated aluminum structure with 45mm woven polyester or acrylic belts forming geometric color blocks, with hydro-draining cushions; the 011 armchair model adds woven cord on the armrests.
Estendo
Outdoor modular seating on a powder-coated aluminum structure with fibreglass-reinforced polypropylene slats and hydro-draining cushions; the system includes one-, two-, and three-seater elements, chaise longue and corner modules, and round and rectangular coffee tables with Gres or stone tops.
Filet
An outdoor screen / room divider with an outer structure in natural iroko wood over an inner powder-painted aluminum frame and stainless steel feet, with hand-woven 25mm or 45mm polyester or acrylic belts overlapped to create a three-dimensional pattern.
Gamma
A round outdoor dining table with a powder-coated stainless steel structure, slender legs joined by a cross brace, and tops in gres, white Carrara marble, Farsena stone, or Luna stone.
Harp
A hand-welded, powder-coated stainless steel seating family with seats woven in polyester or acrylic thread with cotton finishing in 3mm or 7mm cord; the line includes chairs, armchairs, barstools, stools, and a sunlounger.
Lawrence
An outdoor lounge chair and stool with a powder-coated stainless steel frame supporting Teflon-treated 100% cotton canvas with leather inserts, including a profile and four leather pockets on the frame.
Levante
Outdoor line combining teak and stainless steel, with hydro-draining cushions. It comprises sofas, lounge chairs, chaise longues, sunloungers, dining tables, side tables, and coffee tables.
Mamba
Upholstered outdoor seating with powder-coated aluminium structures, hydro-draining polyurethane padding in varying densities, and removable fabric covers. It includes pentagonal and linear seat modules, two and three-seater components, and backrest options.
Mistral
Teak outdoor line with clean geometric lines and cotton-finish belts. It includes one, two, and three-seater sofas plus a reclining sunlounger with hydro-draining cushions.
Nap
Outdoor rocking chair built from teak and powder-coated stainless steel with hydro-draining cushions, combining wooden slats with modern materials.
Norma
Modular outdoor kitchen with a powder-coated stainless steel structure, larch wood shelves and boards, and sintered stone tops. It includes a sink module with an AISI 304 stainless steel sink and Lapitec top, a five-burner gas cooking module, and an extension island.
Ombrina
Gazebo with a powder-coated stainless steel structure, nylon wheels for easy moving, and polyester support belts. Optional curtains in white or grey melange help create a private setting.
Onda
Soft, compact upholstered seating with water-repellent fabric covers, heat-sealed internal linings, and Batyline bases, for outdoor and soft contract settings. It includes a lounge chair, chaise longue, and pouf.
Orson
Teak garden line with sinuous lines and crafted woodworking. It includes folding director's chairs with Batyline fabric, lounge chairs, stools, and a teak sunlounger with ergonomic support.
Philia
An outdoor modular sofa system in FSC-certified teak with powder-coated stainless steel feet, featuring Batyline support and hydro-draining cushions. The line includes modular sofas, chaise longues, backrests, and a coffee table, referencing the carabottino wooden grating used on yachts.
Pier
Outdoor tables built from teak and powder-coated steel, with tops made of wooden slats spaced slightly apart like piano keys that continue vertically to form the legs. Designed for covered outdoor areas such as porches and verandas.
Pillow
A portable outdoor LED lantern with a natural teak eye-shaped base, Canatex fabric covering, and grey belt handles. It uses dynamic white technology to select color temperatures from 3000K warm to 4000K cool, controlled by touch or mobile app.
Plein Air
A minimalist collection with powder-coated aluminum and stainless steel structures, tops in matt stoneware or wavy glass, and Batyline seating with hydro-draining cushions. The line includes dining tables in various sizes, low tables, an armchair, and a lounge chair.
Root
Outdoor side and coffee tables with a solid teak structure, featuring a slender top supported by a central teak leg with four feet. Interchangeable tops are available in stone, gres, wavy glass, and concrete.
Saddle
A dining chair with arms in powder-painted aluminum, with a hand-woven 3mm cord seat and backrest available in multiple colors, including recycled options. It comes with hydro-draining seat and back cushions, the horseshoe curve of the seat extending into the arms.
Spinnaker
An extendable outdoor dining table with a solid slatted top in natural teak and continuous powder-coated stainless steel legs, seating up to twelve people via a tip-up opening mechanism. Metal finishes include Smoke, Milk, and Rust.
Stork
Sculptural teak side tables with a three-legged support modelled as a long neck and interchangeable tops in gres, wavy glass, or concrete. Maximum load capacity is 2 kg.
Stresa
Made entirely of aluminum for lightness, strength and recyclability, Stresa includes armchairs, lounge chairs, sofas, poufs, coffee tables and dining tables with hydro-draining cushions.
Surfer
A garden sunbed with a powder-coated aluminium structure and Batyline support, featuring a five-position reclining backrest and a stackable design.
Teka
Highlighting the expressive force of teak, Teka offers teak-framed sofas and modules using hydro-draining cushions, dining chairs with Batyline seats, and tables topped in matt gres or wavy glass.
Teseo
A collection of outdoor tables and chairs in FSC-certified teak, with slats joined by polyester cord stitching.
Thea
The Thea sofa and armchair have an aluminium structure in smoke, milk and rust finishes with water-draining cushion padding, alongside tables topped in porcelain stoneware or wavy glass.
Tint
A collection of hand-woven outdoor rugs in 100% polypropylene, available in warm and cool tones with a fringe detail on the 3-meter side.
Triptyque
Hand-woven on a loom in 100% polypropylene, the Triptyque collection offers high outdoor performance with a soft aspect and is available in three colorways.
Wing
A line of outdoor screens and space dividers with a powder-coated stainless steel structure and polyester or acrylic support belts, in several neutral colors.
Zania
Zania is composed of two tables, a bar stool and a stackable chair with armrests, all crafted from Iroko wood, a timber with warm tones and high durability against moisture.
Zefiro
Zefiro pairs a round top with a slender-looking structure, with powder-coated stainless steel bases and tops in powder-coated aluminium or gres.
Eden
Designed by Rodolfo DordoniEden is an outdoor sofa collection by Rodolfo Dordoni, Roda's art director. It sets deep, comfortable seating on a clean frame, in the IN and OUT spirit that defines the house.
The line is built from weather-ready materials and finishes, sized across lounge configurations for the terrace.
What the pieces are made of.
Across its outdoor work Roda leans on FSC-certified teak, stainless steel, woven rope and cord, aluminium, and stone or gres tops, paired with weatherproof outdoor fabrics. Recycled rope and responsible sourcing feature increasingly across the range.
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Roda, answered.
Where is Roda made?
Roda is based in Gavirate, in the Varese area of Lombardy, Italy. It was founded in 1990.
When was Roda founded?
In 1990, by Roberto Pompa. Some sources give 1991; the house states over thirty years of activity.
What is the IN and OUT philosophy?
Roda's idea of bringing the comfort, finish and design quality of interior furniture to the outdoors.
Who is Roda's art director?
Rodolfo Dordoni has been art director since 2005, working alongside designers such as Piero Lissoni and Michael Anastassiades.
What are Roda's signature collections?
Network by Rodolfo Dordoni is its signature line, with Levante by Piero Lissoni and Plein Air by Michael Anastassiades among recent collections.
What materials does Roda use?
FSC-certified teak, stainless steel, woven rope and cord, aluminium, and stone or gres tops, with weatherproof fabrics.
Is Roda available in the US?
Yes. Collections reach the US through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
Does Roda use sustainable materials?
Increasingly, yes. Roda uses FSC-certified teak and growing amounts of recycled rope, with an emphasis on durability and responsible sourcing.
Does Roda make outdoor kitchens?
Yes. Norma, by Rodolfo Dordoni, is Roda's outdoor kitchen system, part of a range that spans seating, dining and sunloungers.
What is the Network collection?
Network, by Rodolfo Dordoni from around 2005, is Roda's signature modular rope seating system.
How should I care for Roda teak?
FSC teak weathers to a silver-grey outdoors; it can be left to grey or cleaned periodically, per the maker's guidance.
Can I buy from this site?
No. Premium Furniture is an independent editorial directory. We document the house and point you to the maker.