At this year’s Salone del Mobile, Varaschin reaffirmed its position as a benchmark for refined outdoor living. The Italian brand, long associated with quality craftsmanship and innovation, showcased a series of collections that seamlessly blend form, function, and multisensory experience. With contributions from renowned designers Monica Armani and Alberto Apostoli, Varaschin’s stand offered a vision for outdoor furniture that feels anything but secondary.
Emma Collection: Modular Sophistication by Monica Armani
The focal point of Varaschin’s display was the Emma Collection, a modular seating system designed by Monica Armani. With its hand-woven backrests available in warm beige, earthy rust, and dark grey, Emma brings a tactile, almost couture dimension to outdoor environments. The use of powder-coated aluminum or iroko wood for the frame ensures durability without compromising on aesthetics.
What sets Emma apart is its adaptability. Whether as a corner unit on a residential terrace or a freestanding lounge configuration in a hospitality setting, the collection responds to space constraints and creative ambitions alike. In a city like Dubai—where shaded courtyards, breezy rooftop lounges, and luxury pool decks are part of daily life—Emma’s modularity offers architects and designers a flexible yet elevated solution that withstands the elements.
Wellness Reimagined: Apostoli’s Therapy Loungers
Alberto Apostoli’s Wellness Therapy collection further expanded Varaschin’s dialogue with experiential design. His two loungers—Relax and Comfort—push the boundaries of typical spa and lounge furniture.
Relax is sculptural and ergonomic, with nine metal finishes and customizable cushions upholstered in high-performance outdoor fabrics. Comfort, on the other hand, is a study in personalization. Paired with the Sasso base—offered in versions like Corian Touch with aromatherapy, chromotherapy, audio diffusion, and even warming trays—it becomes a wellness centerpiece.
In high-end resorts or beach clubs across the UAE, these loungers offer more than aesthetics—they become immersive experiences. With health and wellness spaces continuing to evolve in the Middle East, Apostoli’s approach to sensorial design speaks directly to regional demand for luxury that feels both indulgent and purposeful.
Gianna: A New Language of Wood
Closing the loop on natural materiality, Monica Armani introduced Gianna, a comprehensive outdoor collection in iroko wood. With its signature woven mat detail and understated profile, Gianna draws on the archetype of wooden outdoor furnishings—but elevates it through a more architectural lens.
The collection includes everything from sunbeds and sofas to dining tables and side tables, providing a cohesive language across multiple touchpoints of an outdoor space. For Dubai’s climate—where timber must stand up to sun, salt, and sand—the iroko construction ensures longevity without compromising on texture or tone.
BE4’s Perspective
At BE4 Design, we see collections like Emma, Wellness Therapy, and Gianna not as standalone furniture, but as versatile components within larger narratives—hospitality projects that demand harmony, residential rooftops that double as sanctuaries, and wellness zones that cater to body and mind.
With Varaschin’s latest offerings, outdoor design feels more essential than ever. In a market like Dubai, where the outdoors is an extension of luxury living, these pieces bring not only resilience but refined presence to every project.
