Richard Schultz designed the 1966 Collection at the request of Florence Knoll who, after retiring, wanted outdoor furniture that could withstand the corrosive Florida ocean air.‎ The 1966 Collection is regarded as the first modern outdoor furniture and has been the category standard ever since.‎CONSTRUCTIONFrame: Cast and extruded aluminumFinish: Weather resistant Polyester Powder CoatGlides: Clear butyrate plasticStraps: Solid pure vinyl with no fillersThread: Gore™ Tenara® sewing thread (Teflon) Supports: Stainless steelConnectors: Stainless steelFINISHESUpholstery: Woven vinyl coated polyester mesh