Temper & Cavo
Craftsmanship, knowledge of materials and a love of detail are the key words at Garpa in the North German town of Escheburg. Heinz Holert founded the company in 1979 and was the first manufacturer in Germany to introduce high-quality teak furniture for outdoor use. "Cavo" by Gabriele Buratti shows how homely these can be: the generous cushions in light and dark grey of the sofa and armchair remain cosy even on long summer evenings. A weatherproof cord is stretched in fine lines around the back and armrests in matching colours and not only has a Mediterranean effect, but also offers a pleasant textile feel for those sitting on it. The turned teak frame, with brushed stainless steel plaques forming a gleaming finish, is a true delight to the touch. At Garpa, the fine details are not just decoration, but a trademark. The "Cavo" collection also includes a flexible side table with a stainless steel base on the side and a teak tabletop like a lounger that offers five positions to lean against. There is also a coffee table in two sizes and a bench. These have a small gap between the top and the frame so that they appear light and airy despite their stability.
Christian Hoisl shows an exciting facet of Garpa with the anodised aluminium frames of "Temper": lightweight and with industrial chic, they can be quickly moved in position and are pleasantly cool in style. Straight edges and rounded corners alternate and thus offer an elegant contrast. Garpa also shows a sense for subtlety with the cast connecting elements and details made of stainless steel. A functional eye-catcher is the three-dimensionally woven covering of the stackable chairs, which consists of an easy-care polypropylene. Just like the fabric of the polyacrylic seats, it is quick-drying and UV-resistant. The cords are created by weaving different yarns, whose colour nuances in rich brown or fresh petrol give the chairs an additional tension and depth. The "Temper" collection by Garpa includes matching tables in different sizes and with rounded corners, for which there is a choice of three versions: Depending on your preference, high-quality marble-look stone ceramics, coloured glass or teak rest on the robust aluminium frame. Small side tables with removable trays and a weatherproof floor lamp with a solar panel are the ideal complement to the clear design and can be added to the ensemble.
