Neighbor

What Neighbor does

Neighbor is a Phoenix, Arizona-based direct-to-consumer outdoor furniture brand founded in 2020 by Chris Lee, Nick Arambula, and Mike Fretto. The company designs, manufactures, and sells premium modern outdoor furniture across 18+ collections and 156+ SKUs spanning seating (modular sectionals, sofas, loveseats, chairs), dining sets, fire tables, chimineas, umbrellas, planters, and accessories. Core materials include FSC-certified teak, powder-coated aluminum, all-weather wicker, and Sunbrella performance fabrics, with a modular design system enabling mix-and-match configurations through an online Sectional Configurator. Pricing ranges from approximately $80 for accessories to over $12,000 for premium sectionals.

The company operates an omnichannel go-to-market combining an e-commerce storefront at hineighbor.com, a physical showroom in Phoenix (5102 N Central Ave), and a Trade Program offering exclusive pricing and early access to interior designers and design professionals. Customer acquisition is supported by earned media placements in Architectural Digest, Fast Company, Dwell, Vogue, Forbes, and Domino, alongside content marketing through The Journal blog and organic social channels on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook. The revenue model is one-time purchase only, with no subscription or recurring components, anchored by a 45-day trial period and free swatch kits to reduce purchase friction. Customer concentration is highly diversified across individual residential consumers, with limited B2B penetration beyond the Trade Program and select hospitality installations.

Neighbor is a privately held company that closed a Series A funding round with Strand Equity in March 2022 to support product development, team expansion, and marketing. Strategic supplier partnerships with Sunbrella (performance fabrics) and FSC (sustainable teak certification) underpin the brand's materials story. The company maintains a lean headcount of 1-10 employees and operates exclusively in the US domestic market, with no disclosed international distribution or wholesale partnerships.

Name

Neighbor

Legal name

Neighbor

Website

https://hineighbor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Neighbor is a Phoenix-based direct-to-consumer outdoor furniture brand founded in 2020, designing and selling premium modern outdoor furniture across 18+ collections (teak, aluminum, wicker with Sunbrella fabrics) to residential consumers and design trade professionals via e-commerce, a Phoenix showroom, and a dedicated Trade Program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Furniture

NAICS

Home Furnishings Retailers (44912)

SIC

Retail-Home Furniture, Furnishings & Equipment Stores (5700), Retail-Furniture Stores (5712)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor Furniture Retail (Patio Seating, Dining Sets, Umbrellas, Outdoor Storage) (CRAIAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Patio & Outdoor Furniture Retail (Seating, Dining, Umbrellas) (CRAIAIAF)

Keywords

• Outdoor furniture
• Patio furniture
• Modular sectionals
• Teak outdoor furniture
• Fire tables

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Furniture Sales: One-time purchase model for outdoor furniture products including sectionals, sofas, chairs, dining sets, fire tables, and accessories. Products are sold directly through the e-commerce website and physical showroom.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Neighbor designs, manufactures, and sells premium outdoor furniture including modular sectionals, sofas, chairs, dining sets, fire tables, umbrellas, and accessories. Products are built from FSC-certified teak, powder-coated aluminum, all-weather wicker, and Sunbrella performance fabrics and sold direct-to-consumer through its website and Phoenix showroom.

Product overview

Neighbor is an outdoor furniture brand based in Phoenix, Arizona, offering a comprehensive portfolio of modern outdoor furniture across multiple collections including Haven (teak), Terra, Bluff, Felloe, Roundabout (wicker), Workaround, Take Two (aluminum), Hopper, Up Down, Perf, Dweller, Reel, XY, Bandwidth, Camber, and Leedo. The product line includes modular sectionals, sofas, loveseats, chairs, dining sets, fire tables, chimineas, umbrellas, planters, throw pillows, throw blankets, lanterns, and protective covers. Materials include FSC-certified teak, aluminum, wicker, and recycled plastic (Polywood). The company operates on a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model with a Phoenix showroom, offering free swatch kits, a 45-day trial period, and a trade program for design professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Haven Collection Premium teak outdoor furniture collection featuring sectionals, sofas, chairs, and dining sets built from sustainably grown FSC-certified teak designed to last decades outdoors.
• Terra Collection Outdoor sectionals and chairs featuring modern design with Sunbrella Origin fabric options in Putty, Olive, Charcoal, and Rust colorways.
• Bluff Collection Outdoor seating collection including sectionals, sofas, loveseats, and chairs with Sunbrella Huntington fabric options in Parchment and Graphite finishes.
• Felloe Collection Modular outdoor sectionals and seating featuring Sunbrella Nuance and Formation fabrics, available with optional teak arms for a warm, natural touch.
• Roundabout Collection Modern approach to wicker patio furniture with comfortable, well-made pieces in a variety of styles.
• Low Collection Teak Adirondack chairs including Low Chair (adult), Low Chair Jr. (kids), and Polywood recycled plastic versions available in multiple finishes.
• Workaround Collection Modular seating collection with chaise sofas, chairs, benches, ottomans, corner pieces, islands, and serpentine configurations in cushion and planter back styles.
• Take Two Collection Colorful aluminum outdoor furniture including bistro sets, lounge chairs, lounge sets, and tables in vibrant colors like Ultramarine, Yellow, Juniper, and Coral.
• Hopper Collection Aluminum outdoor chairs and ottomans in Sand and Olive finishes with modern design and durable powder-coated construction.
• Rook Fire Table Round concrete fire table available in 36-inch size with propane and natural gas fuel options, in Stone, Charcoal, and Canyon finishes.
• Brim Fire Table Concrete fire table available in Natural Gas and Propane versions with Stone, Ash, and Canyon finish options.
• Totem Chiminea Modern chiminea/heat source with sculptural form, available in Black, Agave, Mushroom, and Red colors.
• Outdoor Throw Pillows Decorative outdoor throw pillows made with Sunbrella yarns, available in Crosshatch, Horizon, Glyph, Haven, and Dapple designs.
• Cast Umbrella Aluminum outdoor umbrellas in round (8') and square (8') sizes with Sunbrella fabric options including Cabana Classic, Canvas Natural, Heritage Papyrus, Sail Away Sunflower, and Heritage Char.
• Protective Covers Waterproof protective covers designed to protect outdoor furniture from weather elements.
• Sectional Configurator Online tool for designing and customizing modular sectionals with flexible configurations to fit various outdoor space sizes and layouts.
• Trade Program Program for interior designers, landscape architects, and design trade professionals offering exclusive discounts, early access to new products, and personalized support for client projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 45-day trial period offered to reduce purchase risk
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SunbrellacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary fabric partner providing performance fabrics used across the product line. Sunbrella offers UV-resistant, easy-to-clean outdoor fabrics in various colors and patterns. All Neighbor upholstered products feature Sunbrella materials for weather resistance and durability.
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental certification partner for sustainable teak sourcing. FSC certification ensures that wood products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Brown Jordan: Premium outdoor furniture brand with long heritage serving residential, hospitality, and contract customers. Comparable premium price points, materials (aluminum, teak, wicker), and overlap in the trade/hospitality channel Neighbor is targeting.
• Serena & Lily: Design-forward home and outdoor furniture brand with coastal-inspired aesthetic. Comparable premium pricing, design-led positioning, multi-channel DTC plus retail showroom model, and similar press footprint in shelter publications.
• Frontgate: Premium outdoor and indoor furniture retailer with deep assortment of sectionals, dining sets, and outdoor accessories. Comparable premium positioning, multi-channel (e-commerce plus catalog), and overlap in residential and hospitality customer segments.
• Polywood: Manufacturer and retailer of eco-friendly outdoor furniture made from recycled materials. Comparable outdoor furniture focus with sustainability positioning and direct relationship with consumers; complementary material approach to Neighbor's FSC teak.
• Outer: Direct-to-consumer outdoor furniture brand offering premium modular sectionals, sofas, and dining sets with weather-resistant materials. Closely comparable DTC business model targeting design-conscious homeowners with premium price points similar to Neighbor's positioning.
• Yardbird: Direct-to-consumer outdoor furniture brand offering sectionals, dining sets, and fire tables with sustainable materials. Direct competitor in the DTC premium outdoor furniture category with similar target customer and price band.
• Article: Direct-to-consumer modern furniture brand with a meaningful outdoor furniture assortment. Comparable DTC model with online-only sales, mid-premium pricing, and design-forward positioning targeting homeowners furnishing their spaces.

Broad incumbents

• CB2: Crate & Barrel's modern sibling brand offering design-forward indoor and outdoor furniture. Comparable modern aesthetic and residential target customer, though operates as one division of a larger portfolio rather than as an outdoor specialist.
• West Elm: Williams-Sonoma-owned modern home furnishings retailer with a robust outdoor furniture line. Broad incumbent serving similar design-conscious homeowners but at scale across indoor and outdoor categories; competes for the same customer wallet share.
• RH (Restoration Hardware): Large luxury home furnishings retailer with significant outdoor furniture assortment and a national gallery showroom network. Broad incumbent with overlapping premium outdoor category but vastly larger scale and broader portfolio beyond Neighbor's outdoor specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/neighboroutdoor
• Instagraminstagram.com/neighboroutdoor
• Pinterestpinterest.com/NeighborOutdoor
• Xx.com/hineighbor1

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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