At Classic with a Twist, we believe timeless design and environmental responsibility should go hand-in-hand. That commitment is reflected in the brands we curate and the sustainable materials that form the building blocks of the products we represent.
Our wide range of eco-friendly outdoor and indoor furniture settings features many high-quality materials, with aluminium, iron and rattan standing out as core elements across our curated collections from Fermob, Tectona Paris, and Sika-Design. These materials are not only beautiful and versatile but also help us deliver on our promise of sustainable furniture that elevates your space while caring for the planet.
Aluminium furniture makes up some of our most popular ranges and is utilised by each of our brands in signature collections such as the 1800s by Tectona, Luxembourg by Fermob, and the Exterior Collection by Sika-Design. Choosing aluminium garden furniture is an environmentally conscious decision for many reasons:
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Maintenance-free & weather-resistant: Aluminium is rust-proof and corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for coastal homes and year-round outdoor use.
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Lightweight & durable: Strong yet easy to move, perfect for luxury patio settings.
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Partly recycled: Many of our aluminium collections incorporate recycled aluminium, and production waste is continually repurposed.
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Infinitely recyclable: Aluminium is 98% recyclable as it retains its quality forever; in fact, 75% of all aluminium ever produced is still in use today.
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Craftsmanship quality: Each piece is often handcrafted or utilises production techniques for low-impact production. Fermob covers their aluminium products with solvent-free and recyclable powder coatings applied within a zero waste facility reducing waste & air emissions.
Our designer brand Sika-Design from Denmark has embraced rattan within their designs for many of generations, a truly sustainable natural material, across much of their eco-conscious indoor furniture range, including best-sellers like the Hanging Egg Chair, Romantica Chair, and Ottomans by Franco Albini. Rattan brings with it an array of sustainability benefits:
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Naturally grown & carbon positive: Rattan grows like lianas in Indonesian rainforests, absorbs CO₂, and produces up to 35% more oxygen than typical trees.
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Fast renewable: Regenerates within 5-7 years, making it one of the fastest-growing raw materials.
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Solid & long-lasting: Unlike hollow bamboo, rattan is solid, creating durable, weather-resistant and virtually wear-proof pieces that often become vintage treasures.
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Hand-harvested & zero waste: Collected and crafted by hand, with production offcuts used as fuel, and finished using non-toxic stains and varnishes.
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Biodegradable: At the end of its long life, rattan furniture returns safely to nature.
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Supports Forestation: The use of rattan provides an alternative to deforestation and tree logging for timber. Rattan grows best under tree cover with a symbiotic relationship with the plantations in local forests and food sources, supporting their growth and prosperity.
Similarly, our homewares range utilises raffia, akin to rattan as it is a naturally grown fibre, which is hand-harvested and hand-crafted by our brand Tanora’s artisans, seen in beautiful pieces like the Taly Baskets, Lafike Rugs, and Safako Placemats.
At Classic with a Twist, we champion brands that blend good original design, luxury eco-friendly materials, and long-lasting quality. By choosing aluminium outdoor furniture, handwoven rattan furniture, and ethically sourced decor, you’re investing in more than just a beautiful space you’re supporting a future built on sustainable outdoor living and environmentally conscious craftsmanship.
