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  • about savanna

    SavannaOutdoor is built on a simple idea: outdoor spaces should be as refined, durable, and experience‑driven as the environments they support. We design and manufacture architectural shade systems, tensile structures, and solar‑ready canopies engineered for Africa’s toughest climates and the hospitality industry’s highest standards.

    Our team combines structural engineering, premium materials, and a design‑led approach to create products that elevate lodges, resorts, restaurants, and luxury homes. Every membrane, umbrella, and canopy is crafted for longevity, wind performance, and visual impact — ensuring outdoor areas remain comfortable, functional, and beautiful year after year.

    SavannaOutdoor stands for reliability, craftsmanship, and innovation. Whether enhancing guest comfort, transforming a lodge deck, or delivering a turnkey shade solution, we help clients create outdoor spaces that become signature experiences.

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  • meet our creator


    Marc du Plessis is the driving force behind Savannaoutdoor — a director who blends architectural vision, technical precision, and a deep understanding of Africa’s hospitality landscape. With 35 years of experience in engineered shade systems, lodge development, and premium outdoor structures, Marc has shaped Savannaoutdoor into a brand known for durability, elegance, and performance in harsh climates. As a hands‑on leader, he guides product innovation, oversees structural development, and works closely with partners across Rwanda, Tanzania, and Southern Africa to deliver world‑class lodge infrastructure. His approach is rooted in practicality and design excellence — ensuring every tent, habitat, and shade system enhances guest comfort while meeting the demanding standards of luxury hospitality. SavannaOutdoor reflects Marc’s commitment to long‑life materials, precision manufacturing, and signature outdoor experiences that elevate lodges and resorts across the continent.

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