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Pet-Friendly Fabrics That Still Feel Luxurious
Why Performance Fabrics Matter Performance upholstery is designed to resist stains, moisture, odors, and daily wear, making it ideal for homes with pets. Unlike traditional fabrics, these materials are easier to clean and maintain while still offering the soft textures and refined look expected in luxury interiors. Many Four Hands pieces feature advanced options like Crypton® and Fiqa fabrics, both known for their durability and easy-care performance. Benefits for Pet Owners Easier cleanup from spills and accidents More resistance to stains and odors Durable fibers for everyday use Soft, comfortable textures Long-lasting color and appearance Choosing the Best Upholstery for Pets Not every fabric performs equally in homes with animals. Here are a few general recommendations when selecting upholstery: Tight Weaves Perform Better Tightly woven fabrics tend to resist snagging better than loose or highly textured weaves. Mid-Tone Fabrics Hide Wear Creams and whites can look stunning with performance fabrics, but mid-tone neutrals often help disguise pet hair and daily use even more effectively. Avoid Delicate Natural Fibers Alone Untreated linen or delicate woven textiles may show wear faster in high-traffic households with pets. Performance Velvet Can Be Surprisingly Practical Many modern performance velvets resist stains and clean easily while remaining soft and luxurious. Some pet owners even report that fur vacuums off quickly and the fabric holds up well over time. Designed for Real Living Pet-friendly furniture no longer means compromising on design. From textured neutrals to soft performance velvets, Four Hands creates upholstery that feels sophisticated, warm, and livable. At Native Citizen, we curate furnishings that support the rhythm of daily life while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Because the best homes are the ones that are truly lived in. Visit our Native Citizen locations here to see performance fabric in-person.
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Hospitality Collection: Luxury Design Built for Commercial Spaces
At Native Citizen, we believe exceptional spaces leave lasting impressions. Whether it's a boutique hotel, upscale restaurant, luxury apartment clubhouse, corporate lounge, or wellness retreat, every detail contributes to the guest experience. That is why we are proud to offer the Four Hands Hospitality Collection, a curated assortment of hospitality-grade furnishings, lighting, art, outdoor pieces, and decor designed to combine elevated style with commercial durability. Where Residential Comfort Meets Commercial Performance The Four Hands Hospitality Collection was created for designers, developers, and hospitality professionals seeking furnishings that feel residential in comfort yet perform in high-traffic environments. The collection features more than 1,000 hospitality-rated pieces that have undergone rigorous testing to meet the demands of hotels, restaurants, offices, multifamily developments, and public spaces. Many styles are backed by a two-year warranty and are available for immediate shipment, helping projects stay on schedule without sacrificing design. Designed for Every Space From welcoming lobby lounges to sophisticated guest suites and outdoor gathering areas, the Four Hands Hospitality Collection offers a complete design solution. The collection includes: Upholstered seating and sectionals Dining tables and chairs Case goods and occasional tables Outdoor furniture Lighting and accessories Wall art and custom artwork Bathroom and hospitality-specific furnishings Each piece reflects the signature Four Hands aesthetic: timeless silhouettes, premium materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a balance of modern and classic design influences. Durability Without Compromising Style Today's hospitality spaces require more than beautiful furniture. Pieces must withstand daily use while maintaining their appearance and comfort. Four Hands has taken many of its most popular residential designs and enhanced them through specialized testing and hospitality-grade standards, ensuring they perform in demanding commercial settings. The result is a collection that delivers the warmth and character guests expect while offering the reliability operators and designers need. Art and Accessories That Complete the Experience One of the most unique aspects of the Four Hands Hospitality Collection is its access to the Four Hands Art Studio. Featuring works from more than 175 artists, the collection allows designers to create fully curated environments with artwork that complements the furniture and architecture. Custom art solutions are also available for projects seeking a more personalized approach. Hospitality Solutions Through Native Citizen As a Four Hands partner, Native Citizen helps hospitality professionals source furnishings that elevate guest experiences while supporting project timelines and budgets. Our team works closely with developers, hotel groups, restaurant owners, interior designers, and commercial property managers to create spaces that feel inviting, memorable, and effortlessly refined. Whether you are designing a boutique hotel, luxury restaurant, multifamily amenity space, or corporate hospitality environment, the Four Hands Hospitality Collection offers the flexibility, durability, and elevated aesthetic needed to bring your vision to life. Explore Hospitality Design with Native Citizen Discover how the Four Hands Hospitality Collection can transform your next commercial project with thoughtfully designed furniture, art, lighting, and decor built to perform beautifully for years to come. Through Native Citizen, hospitality spaces become destinations guests want to return to again and again. Shop the hospitality collection at Native Citizen Home by contacting us, or join our Hospitality Program for professionals.
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The Texture of Everyday Living: Why We Love Fiqa Boucle at Four Hands
There’s something about boucle that instantly changes the feeling of a room. Soft yet architectural, tactile yet refined, it brings warmth and dimension without overwhelming a space. At Native Citizen Home, one of our favorite interpretations of this texture comes from the Fiqa boucle performance fabrics that blends elevated design with everyday livability. Unlike traditional boucle fabrics that can feel delicate or overly precious, Fiqa boucle was designed for real homes and real routines. The fabric is machine-washable, stain-resistant, water-repellent, antimicrobial, and crafted from fully recyclable materials, making it one of the most thoughtful upholstery options in modern furniture design. Four Hands also notes that Fiqa fabrics are solution-dyed at the fiber level for long-lasting color and durability. Visually, Fiqa boucle offers the softness people love about textured upholstery, but with a cleaner, more livable finish. It creates depth without feeling overly formal. It is perfect for homes that want to feel curated yet relaxed. The texture pairs beautifully with aged woods, bronze finishes, natural stone, and layered neutrals, making it a seamless fit for the grounded, elevated interiors we design at Native Citizen. Another reason we continue to gravitate toward Fiqa fabrics is their versatility. Whether used on a sculptural accent chair, a curved sofa, or a dining banquette meant for gathering, the fabric holds its shape and softness while standing up to everyday use. At Native Citizen, we believe luxury should feel lived in (not untouchable). Fiqa boucle embodies that balance perfectly: rich texture, quiet sophistication, and the kind of practicality that supports the rhythm of daily life. It’s a fabric designed not only to look beautiful in a showroom, but to age beautifully in a home. Shop the Fiqa boucle collection.
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