Dedon is a German luxury outdoor furniture manufacturer founded in 1990 by Bobby Dekeyser, a former professional goalkeeper for Bayern Munich. The company is headquartered in Lüneburg, Germany, and operates its primary manufacturing facility in Cebu, the Philippines, where it employs over 3,000 skilled artisans. Dedon pioneered the use of synthetic fiber weaving for outdoor furniture, developing its proprietary Dedon Fiber, a weather-resistant polyethylene material that mimics the appearance of natural rattan while withstanding UV exposure, rain, and extreme temperatures.
The company's product range encompasses sofas, lounge chairs, dining sets, daybeds, swings, and accessories designed exclusively for outdoor use. Dedon collaborates with internationally recognized designers including Philippe Starck, Jean-Marie Massaud, Daniel Pouzet, Sebastian Herkner, and the duo EOOS. Notable collections include the Nestrest hanging lounger designed by Fred Frety and Daniel Pouzet, the Swingrest by Daniel Pouzet, and the Mbrace collection by Sebastian Herkner.
Manufacturing in Cebu combines traditional Filipino hand-weaving techniques with industrial quality standards. Each piece is woven by hand onto powder-coated aluminum frames, a process that can take multiple days per item depending on complexity. The Dedon Fiber is produced in Germany and shipped to the Philippines for weaving. All products undergo rigorous weathering tests to ensure durability in outdoor conditions.
Dedon distributes through a global network of high-end furniture retailers, interior designers, and its own showrooms. The brand has a significant presence in the luxury hospitality sector, supplying outdoor furniture to premium resorts and hotels worldwide. In 2011, Dedon opened Dedon Island Resort in Siargao, Philippines, which serves as both a hospitality property and a showcase for the brand's collections.