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Architecture & Design | 29 OUTDOOR LIGHTING SUITABLE FOR EVERY ENVIRONMENT D ue to our climate and weather elements we need to be very cautious on what type of materials we purchase when it comes to outdoor lighting. 9010 have been creating, designing and manufacturing lamps and lighting systems for indoor and outdoor applications. The company's deep knowledge of raw materials, combined with passion and creativity are the characteristics that make 9010 unique. 9010 is the result of a precious ancient craftsmanship, improving into something completely new: a high- performance material suitable for outdoor spaces regardless of the environment. Nature gives us a raw material that's tangibly practical and can be used for any type of outdoor space. It combines material strength and lightness of form, versatility and characterful design. BETALY® by 9010 is a handmade compund that makes every item unique,due to its distinctive artisan finish. Products created using BETALY® have excellent resistance to wear and extremely high levels of resistance to compression and atmospheric agents. They are also waterproof and suitable for use in outdoor areas, thanks to IP65 protection for electrical components. BETALY® has a rough, textured surface, which evokes nature and its primitive, essential shapes; a material that can adapt to exteriors and add an impactful designer touch. BETALY`s® characteristics Suitable for outdoor use Frost resistant Thermal resistant Non-Toxic Non deforming Absence of chemical reaction Non-Flammable High impact resistance Materic touch UV resistant Salt corrosion resistant Abrasion resistant This innovative collection is characterised by design and excellent quality, with a close focus on current trends and attention to detail. 9010's production methods guarantee resistance and robustness while retaining artisan quality, allowing to create items that are unique. The perfect solution for terraces, walkways, gardens and any outside space that needs light. 9010 teamed up with different designers to develop solutions for outdoor lighting, focusing on different design approaches; ranging from innovation in style and function to formal design elements. The works are a careful observation of everyday life by studying human behaviour to identify small problems, which require simple and practical solutions, but most of all aesthetically pleasing to the eye. A variation of outdoor light fittings are produced from bollards, high level wall lights, low level wall lights, ceiling surface mount light fittings and even front door house numbers.