Urbis Furniture

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Do you think of the terms “environmental” or “green’ when you look at the concrete bench above?

I didn’t. I thought “gray concrete bench.” It doesn’t scream “eco-friendly” to me.

But guess what? These pieces by Urbis Design actually have the environment in mind. Urbis uses a glass-reinforced concrete that weaves glass fibers through the material, which means much less concrete is used in the manufacturing process for each piece. It also makes the concrete very strong and durable.

Less concrete means a lighter weight, which means less energy to make the product = also good for the environment. The furniture is fully recyclable after it has completed its life span, too.

Urbis makes three key pieces of outdoor furniture. The Aero bench, shown above, is a great architectural piece for the backyard, an urban condo’s patio or even a commercial outdoor setting.

For more of a sculptural design, take a look at the Shell Bench. It’s available with white or ash colored legs. I really like the open and relaxed feel of this bench.

Finally, Urbis makes the Orchid Table. It comes in white, slate and concrete gray. There are two finish options – smooth or stony. It makes for a dramatic yet simple statement in any modern outdoor setting.

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 Urbis does not advertise its pricing for these pieces on its website. It only says price available “upon application.” I guess you’d better really be serious about wanting the information. You can view all of these outdoor pieces over at Urbis Design.