Issues with availability
Purchasing manager for Radisson Blu Resort, Aqaba Jordan, Sanad Batarseh, says with the range of outdoor products available the problem is no longer finding beautiful furniture, rather selecting the right type.
“One of the most important factors to consider before purchasing outdoor furniture is durability. It should be able to withstand varying climates and weather conditions,” he explains.
“Outdoor furniture need not be conventional and these days some of the most stylish and exquisite varieties of furniture can be bought.”
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And while Batarseh echoes the need for quality, he also raises the valuable point of how outdoor furniture should complement the interior décor of the hotel, as well.
However, when we asked him whether or not there were enough quality suppliers available to him to use, the answer was emphatic.
“No, in Jordan there are certainly not many companies related to outdoor furniture, but now the world has become smaller, which allows us to contact any factory or company you need and get your order,” he asserts.
“However, waiting 60 days to get it is a problem, especially if you need to replace something quickly.”
Concurring with our experts, Batarseh says guests are now wanting modern designs with bolder colour choices and that multi-functional pieces of furniture are also very popular, “especially pieces that have lights inside of them”.
“It adds to the atmosphere, but can also help with branding (for example, we could have blue lights) or can be changed to a guest’s needs for various different events,” he adds.
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