SELECTING MATERIALS FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS

摘要

Architects and designers have many options for specifying site furniture products for their projects, and selecting materials and finishes is an integral part of this process. Yet making material selections has become more and more complex. Traditionally, material selection was based on criteria pertaining to aesthetics, durability and performance. More recently, in response to the rapidly growing sustainable design movement, the environmental impact of materials has become increasingly important as well. Today's architects and designers have the responsibility of recommending materials that balance these different requirements. While numerous product options exist, the materials that comprise these products are not created equal.