Expormim Indoor and Outdoor Furniture
Expormim creates contemporary Spanish furniture that brings together Mediterranean character, skilled craftsmanship and a deep understanding of natural and performance materials. Founded in 1960, the third-generation family company produces distinctive indoor and outdoor furniture at its facilities in Valencia, Spain.
At Scott + Cooner, the Expormim collection includes modern sofas, lounge chairs, dining chairs, stools, tables, modular seating and accessories for residential and contract environments. Its furniture balances comfort and visual lightness with the durability required for patios, terraces, restaurants, hotels and other frequently used spaces.
Spanish Furniture Design Since 1960
Expormim began as a small workshop specializing in wicker and rattan furniture in Moixent, near Valencia. Over more than six decades, the company has transformed this regional craft heritage into an internationally recognized contemporary furniture collection.
Natural rattan remains an important part of the brand’s identity, particularly within its indoor furniture. Rather than using the material only for traditional forms, Expormim works with leading designers to explore its structural, tactile and expressive possibilities.
The company has also developed extensive expertise in aluminum, stainless steel, outdoor rope, technical textiles, solid wood, stone and advanced surface materials. These capabilities allow Expormim to create coordinated indoor and outdoor collections while selecting materials appropriate to the performance requirements of each environment.
Craftsmanship and Contemporary Production
Expormim furniture is produced in the company’s own facilities, where traditional handwork is combined with contemporary manufacturing technology. Rattan may be selected, shaped, assembled and woven by skilled craftspeople, while metal fabrication and upholstery divisions support more technically demanding indoor and outdoor designs.
This control over production helps the company maintain consistent quality from initial material preparation through finishing and final assembly. It also enables Expormim to offer numerous frame colors, upholstery options and technical fabrics.
The finished furniture often appears simple and effortless, but its clarity depends on careful engineering. Curves must remain balanced, woven sections must provide appropriate support, and upholstered elements must meet expectations for comfort and long-term performance.
Frames by Jaime Hayon
Designed by Jaime Hayon, the Frames collection gives traditional rattan furniture a fresh and expressive contemporary identity. The collection brings a material once closely associated with seasonal or outdoor settings into sophisticated interior environments.
Frames includes dining chairs, armchairs, lounge seating, stools, footrests, tables and room dividers. Natural rattan structures are combined with woven wicker details and, depending on the model, upholstered seats and cushions.
The forms are playful without losing refinement. Curved lines, generous proportions and carefully crafted woven surfaces give Frames a recognizable personality, while multiple finish and textile options allow the collection to adapt to varied interiors.
Frames has received international design recognition, and selected pieces have entered the permanent collection of the Design Museum of Barcelona. Its ability to connect regional craft with contemporary design makes it one of Expormim’s defining furniture families.
Cask by Norm Architects
The Cask collection by Norm Architects presents rattan through soft geometry and quiet, architectural proportions. Circular and semicircular elements form the structural framework of armchairs, loveseats, sofas, ottomans and daybeds.
In the indoor collection, peeled and tinted natural rattan creates a warm outline around upholstered cushions. The simplicity of the frame emphasizes the material’s natural character while supporting a relaxed and comfortable seating experience.
The Cask Outdoor collection translates these recognizable proportions into high-resistance aluminum and exterior-grade textiles. This allows designers to establish a visual connection between interior living spaces and adjacent terraces or patios while using materials appropriate to each location.
Cask can be specified as an individual accent chair or developed into a larger seating arrangement for residential and hospitality environments.
Nautica Swing Chair by MUT Design
The Nautica swing chair by MUT Design reinterprets hanging rattan seating through a clean contemporary form. Its suspended structure creates a gentle sense of movement and provides an informal place to relax.
Nautica is available in versions designed for indoor or outdoor use, with materials selected according to the setting. The design can become a memorable focal point in a living room, covered patio, hotel suite or hospitality lounge.
Its sculptural outline and open weave preserve visual lightness, making the chair distinctive without giving it excessive visual weight.
Indoor Rattan Furniture
Expormim’s indoor collection demonstrates the versatility of natural rattan beyond conventional casual furniture. Chairs, lounge seating, sofas and accessories reveal how the material can support refined contemporary forms.
The Fontal collection by Oscar Tusquets Blanca revisits Mediterranean rattan craftsmanship through carefully resolved dining and lounge seating. Huma by Mario Ruiz combines traditional material knowledge with contemporary proportions. Collections such as Gata, Gres, Lapala, Tina and Pepe add further approaches to seating and occasional furniture.
Natural rattan is often paired with upholstery, wood or metal, allowing each design to establish a different relationship between structure and softness. Water-based finishing systems and available color options expand the material’s expressive range while preserving its tactile character.
Contemporary Outdoor Seating
Expormim’s outdoor collection includes sofas, modular seating, dining chairs, lounge chairs, stools, benches and chaise longues designed for exterior conditions.
Aluminum and stainless-steel frames provide strength and resistance, while technical rope and outdoor upholstery create texture and comfort. The materials are selected to support use on terraces, patios, pool decks and hospitality environments where furniture may face sun, moisture and frequent handling.
The Nido collection by Javier Pastor is one of Expormim’s established outdoor families. Its modular upholstered seating combines a resistant stainless-steel structure with woven details and richly textured surfaces. Dining and lounge additions extend the collection across different exterior zones.
Other outdoor collections provide options ranging from light, stackable dining chairs to generous lounge seating and daybeds. This breadth makes it possible to furnish an entire outdoor environment within a consistent design language.
Outdoor Tables and Dining Furniture
Expormim offers dining, bar, coffee and occasional tables for both residential and contract exterior spaces. Materials may include aluminum, solid outdoor-suitable wood, ceramic surfaces, high-performance laminates and advanced stone-based products.
The Talo collection by Altherr Désile Park uses highly resistant materials, including colored ultra-high-performance concrete for selected bases and durable surfaces such as Dekton or FENIX NTM. The resulting tables have a strong architectural presence while remaining appropriate for exterior use.
Multiple sizes and heights allow tables to support poolside lounging, outdoor dining, café service and collaborative hospitality settings. Coordinating chairs and stools help create cohesive furniture groupings.
Indoor and Outdoor Connections
One of Expormim’s strengths is its ability to furnish both sides of the architectural threshold. Selected collections are interpreted in separate indoor and outdoor materials, maintaining a recognizable silhouette while responding to different performance requirements.
An indoor rattan sofa can be echoed by an aluminum outdoor version. Dining chairs with a crafted residential character can coordinate with weather-resistant seating on an adjoining terrace. Related colors and textiles can strengthen this visual continuity.
This approach is particularly useful in contemporary homes, resorts and restaurants where interior rooms open directly onto gardens, patios or pool areas. Furniture helps the spaces feel connected without requiring unsuitable indoor materials to be used outside.
Furniture by International Designers
Expormim collaborates with Spanish and international designers who bring varied perspectives to its craft heritage. Jaime Hayon, Norm Architects, MUT Design, Mario Ruiz, Oscar Tusquets Blanca, Miguel Milá, Benedetta Tagliabue, Lievore Altherr Molina and Roberto Lazzeroni are among the designers represented in the collection.
Some collaborations reconsider historic Spanish furniture traditions, while others explore new modular systems, performance materials or approaches to comfort. The diversity of these relationships keeps the catalog evolving without losing its connection to Mediterranean culture and careful making.
Selected Expormim pieces have received Red Dot, German Design, Wallpaper and Archiproducts awards, and several designs are represented in the Design Museum of Barcelona.
Residential and Contract Furniture
Expormim furniture is used in private residences as well as hotels, restaurants, cafés, creative workplaces, multifamily developments and other contract environments.
For residential projects, the collection can furnish a living room, dining space, sunroom, patio or complete outdoor entertaining area. Contract installations benefit from stackable seating, modular configurations, technical upholstery and materials selected for frequent use.
The catalog’s range of frame finishes, rope colors and fabrics gives architects and interior designers considerable flexibility. Furniture can be specified to complement a restrained natural palette or introduce a stronger Mediterranean use of color and texture.
Responsible Materials and Local Production
Expormim’s approach to responsible design includes local production, material selection and consideration of the social and environmental effects of manufacturing. The company holds Forest Stewardship Council certification, supporting the responsible sourcing of applicable forest-based materials.
Its corporate responsibility program addresses environmental protection, social action, governance and the preservation of craft knowledge. Expormim was also recognized as Sustainable Brand of the Year at the 2022 German Brand Awards.
Producing furniture at company facilities in Spain provides greater oversight of materials and processes. Durability remains essential: furniture intended for a long working life reduces the need for frequent replacement and helps preserve the value of the resources and craftsmanship invested in it.
Discover Expormim at Scott + Cooner
Explore Expormim at Scott + Cooner and discover contemporary Spanish indoor and outdoor furniture shaped by Mediterranean craft, natural rattan and high-performance materials.
Our experienced team can help homeowners, architects and interior designers compare Expormim collections, review frame and textile options, and develop furniture arrangements for living rooms, dining areas, patios, pool decks and hospitality environments. Contact Scott + Cooner or visit one of our showrooms to learn more about Expormim furniture.