INSIDE OUT

Transitional spaces, where a louvred roof can transform a room into a courtyard and vice versa, are becoming part of our architectural DNA, meaning fabrics are exposed to more UV light than before. No longer rough and plasticky, outdoor upholstery now has an enhanced hand-feel which amps up the comfort factor. That’s why savvy Kiwis are happily bringing outdoor fabrics across the threshold and into their homes. Using a material made for elemental extremes enhances the life span of sun-splashed furnishings.