# Sophisticated Sustainable Furniture The Borea Collection is Made From Recycled Materials By Josh Thompson-Persaud | Published 2021-05-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borea-collection References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/borea-is-bb-italias-most-sustainable-outdoor-collection-yet/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_campaign=Feed:+design-milk) & [bebitalia](https://www.bebitalia.com/en/stories/news/borea-2021-outdoor-collection) [B&B Italia's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-grande-muraglia-outdoor) bold Borea Collection, designed by Piero Lissoni, pairs a modern look with durable outdoor-ready materials. The products are made from high-quality, [sustainable materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-collection) that are recycled and recyclable, in line with B&B Italia's commitment to sustainable practices. The [outdoor furniture collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-outdoor-furniture) features elegant tubular frames, glazed lava stone tile tabletops, and polyester fabrics (made from recycled plastic bottles) for the cushion upholstery. The Borea Collection includes two sofas, multiple armchairs, a dining chair, a dining table, and multiple side tables. All items come in multiple frame, tabletop, and upholstery colors, which include selections such as 'Anthracite' and 'Ocean Blue.' Due to the high-quality materials and construction, furniture in the Borea Collection thrives in the outdoors without the need for constant maintenance from the consumer. Image Credit: B&B Italia ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Furniture:** Opportunity to explore the use of recycled and recyclable materials to create eco-furniture collections - **Durable Outdoor Furniture:** Room for innovation in creating outdoor furniture that doesn't compromise on aesthetics while also being long-lasting and low-maintenance - **Customizable Furniture:** Exploration of offering customization options for consumers to choose their desired frame, tabletop, and upholstery colors ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design & Manufacturing:** Opportunity to incorporate eco-friendly practices and create outdoor furniture collections with durable materials and customizable options - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Potential for collaboration with furniture manufacturers to source recycled materials and champion 'green' production practices - **Outdoor Recreation & Landscaping:** Opportunity to incorporate durable and sustainable furniture options into outdoor recreational spaces like parks, resorts, and other public spaces ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Recyclable Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nami-collection-by-qeeboo.md) - [Durable Designer Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gandiablasco-mass-collection.md) - [Vibrant Modern Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-grande-muraglia-outdoor.md) - [Contemporary Outdoor Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Durable Designer Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r24-collection.md) - [Tactile Aluminum Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Chic Recycled Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vale-furniture-collection.md) - [Ultra-Modern Outdoor Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-furniture-collections.md) - [Modular Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwell-and-chicory.md)