# Recycled Plastic Patio Furniture The 'CARIBE' Series for 'ames' is Both Fun and Functional By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-06-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caribe-series References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/ames-launches-a-colorful-outdoor-collection-made-of-recycled-plastic/) & [ames-shop.de](https://www.ames-shop.de/en/lines/caribe/) Designer Sebastian Herkner has created a collection of [playful outdoor furniture pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palma-collection) for the German brand 'ames' called the 'CARIBE' series. Taking inspiration from a [traditional Caribbean weaving technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibuju) called momposino, Herkner created a collection of woven outdoor furniture pieces. Each piece is made using [recycled plastic string](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffini), woven through powder-coated steel frames. The furniture is made in Colombia in small factories by craftsmen who are experts in this traditional weaving technique. The pieces come in bold color combinations that act as a secondary point of reference to the region of inspiration -- the Caribbean. The CARIBE series includes a dining chair, a lounger chair, a two-seater lounge, a vis-à-vis bench, a dining table, a high table, a low table, and a basket table. All of the pieces come in a several vibrant and summer-colorways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Furniture:** Seizing the recycled plastic trend can enable companies to create outdoor furniture pieces that are both environmentally friendly and visually appealing. - **Traditional Weaving Techniques:** Adopting traditional weaving techniques in furniture manufacturing can give rise to unique and globally-inspired furniture pieces suitable for the outdoors. - **Vibrant Summer Colors:** Incorporating bright and bold summer colors in outdoor furniture collections can create a visually striking and playful environment ideal for relaxation and outdoor recreation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can utilize recycled materials and traditional weaving techniques to create innovative and sustainable outdoor furniture collections, unlocking new business opportunities. - **Sustainable Design:** Designers and architects who focus on sustainable design can leverage recycled materials in their creations, promoting eco-friendliness and social responsibility while catering to the market demand. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Companies that cater to outdoor recreation and leisure can capitalize on the trend of playful and colorful outdoor furniture pieces, providing a fun and memorable experience for their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Plastic Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nassau-collection.md) - [Sustainable Plastic Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mare-chair.md) - [Playful Outdoor Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-raw-1.md) - [Wood-Resembling Recycled Plastic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nardi.md) - [Textured Recycled Plastic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiber-chair-family.md) - [Durable Designer Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeo-x-series-chair.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Structural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-collection-1.md) - [Traditional Vibrant Outdoor Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/net-lounge.md) - [Chic Recycled Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vale-furniture-collection.md)