Eco-Friendly Cowboy Furniture

The Eco-friendly way is spreading to many different facets of living. When we look at where our rustic furniture fits into the US, many people associate us with the "Tuscan" look or the mountain lodge feel.

We also have had alot of interest from the Cowboy followers. I am not talking real cowboys. This is the wannabee weekend Wrangler. This is the oil exec. in Dallas that wants to escape to their ranch on the weekend and they want the Cowboy feel. The financial exec. on Wall Street that wants to escape to the Yellowstone Club for a little down time.

This is the Silicon Valley mogul getting away to one of Discovery Land's properties.

These wannabee Cowboys have shown a real interest in big, chunky look that will last for generations.

That is why we decided to introduce the outdoor Rusteaka Collection with a new look of leather with hair on hide.

Whether you have a hunting lodge in Colorado or a rustic ranch in the Hill Country, the Rusteaka Collection with leather will fit right in.

What do you think of the new look?

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas - Upbeat Forecast Insight.

Hours away now from the Inaugural Barrett-Jackson Car Collector event in Las Vegas now and the mood is very upbeat. This event is held at the Mandalay Bay which is a top quality venue.

I am very impressed with the detail oriented team of people that Barrett-Jackson has on board. After many years of trade shows here in many different industries, I can easily say that this has been the best well run set up of any.

NO DOOM AND GLOOM HERE- The feeling around the set up area is of optimism. There is optimism because Barrett-Jackson has done this so many years with so much success in Scottsdale and now they have taken the next step to get out of Westworld with the rickety tents to this beautiful facility.

I can really envision new interest and new buyers coming from this upscale environment.

Yes, the overall economy is in some unstable times but its not felt here right now. People are spending money to be here and by the looks of the private jets flying today, it feels like the right buyers are in the area.

As I sat in our beautiful teak furniture in our booth this afternoon, I glanced around next to me. Just over one aisle was an entire lear jet. Yes, you read that right. An entire private Lear Jet on display for the discerning clientele.

Just in front of me was an entire Rolex watch booth which was next to a Ferrari booth and of course this high end jewler I can only hope my wife doesn't notice.

Should be some interesting days ahead.

I can only say how pleased I am to be involved with Barrett-Jackson and I can only say thank you Patrick the CFO of Barrett-Jackson for introducing me to this interesting crowd.


Here is our booth of both indoor and outdoor teak furniture at the inaugural Las Vegas show.

Eco-Friendly Home Building Products

(Door, flooring and furnishings made of reclaimed teak wood).

Today’s high-end custom builders are faced with many challenges. In these challenging home building times, one point is certain. New home owners want value and respect of their surroundings.

Live Fully, Tread Lightly.

Incorporating reclaimed teak wood into high-end homes simply makes sense for eco-friendly custom home builders. By going green you are actually reducing your overall carbon footprint.

(hand-crafted doors carved with reclaimed teak wood).

Using reclaimed teak wood is not “greenwashing”. For builders looking to be in line with the United States Green Building Council, (USGBC), working with our products continues with the theme of sustainable building concepts.

(Center island and bar stools made from reclaimed teak wood).

If you are looking to include green-collar jobs into your building concepts, then using reclaimed wood should be included.

(Fireplace in background and coffee table in foreground made of reclaimed teak).

What makes our products unique is that there is no compromise on quality. In fact, whether the home being built is striving for LEEDs or not, what is clear is these products will be absolutely stunning for the high-end, discerning clientele.

(Hand carved doors leading to the home theatre room made of reclaimed teak. Door in bathroom, below have reclaimed teak inside of a walnut framed door).

All products shown were developed by world renown designer, Mr. Mark Suess for his clients by our factory. Learn more about Mark Suess click here.

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas

Global Surroundings introduces exclusive eco-friendly teak furniture at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event in Las Vegas October 16-18th.

"The Barrett-Jackson event in Las Vegas is the perfect venue to introduce the most exclusive outdoor teak furniture to the world", said Global Surroundings owner, JL Jackson. " World renown designer, Mark Suess set out to create a collection of beautiful, versatile furniture and wound up defining luxury casual design," commented Jackson. "The discerning clientele attending Barrett-Jackson appreciate the finer things in life and the Mark Suess Collections deliver."

(The Bellesera Collection, the most beautiful outdoor teak furniture in the world, will be on display).

"Barrett-Jackson has transformed into a must-attend event, with patrons from all over the world not only attending to witness exquisite collector vehicles cross the block, but to take part in the lifestyle elements that are just as much a part of the experience," said Craig Jackson, CEO of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company.
"These new collections have the same grand proportions as today's luxury homes. The furniture supports the architecture and invites large-scale outdoor spaces to be lived in comfortably," Mark Suess explains.

(The Rusteaka Collection of reclaimed teak perfect for the Mountains, Texas and the southwest will be shown in Las Vegas).

Even in these uncertain financial times, high-end clientele continue to invest in tangible investments like collector cars and heirloom quality furniture that they can pass down in generations. Introducing these beautiful collections in Las Vegas is the perfect venue for us,” said Jackson.

Global Surroundings’ eco-friendly teak furniture will be on display in booth G10 at the Mandalay Resort & Casino from October 16-18th.
About Global Surroundings, LLC: As the global leader in sustainable, ecologically friendly furniture, Global Surroundings is a designer, manufacturer and importer. JL and Jay Jackson founded Global Surroundings in 1998 after living and traveling several years throughout Southeast Asia .

Contact: Jay Jackson, Global Surroundings LLC Ph: (480) 543-8889 Fax: (866) 393-1307 jay @ globalsurroundings.com
Visit http://www.globalsurroundings.com/ for more information.

Click here to see the designs in Las Vegas. Bellasera Collection, Rusteaka Collection

PO Box 19927, Fountain Hills, AZ. 85269
Mandalay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas NV., October 16-18th, 2008
Booth G10

The Ultimate Outdoor Bed

Mark Suess, the prominent designer we have worked for many years has done it again. He developed an outdoor bed concept with our reclaimed teak wood that is simply stunning.

Pictured here is the headboard. There are teak side railings and of course a footboard with high pillars to go with the beautiful headboard.

You have to see this bed in person to appreciate the magnitude of these 4 teak pillars. If you are looking for an amazing outdoor bed that no one else in the world will have, come to our design studio in Fountain Hills, Arizona and see it first hand.

The posts are almost 9 feet high and 9-10 inches across with beautiful flower detailing.

Simply amazing hand-crafted detailing.

To see a private showing, call my cell at # 480-543-8889. Thanks, Jay

HD Boutique Miami

JL just returned from Miami after introducing our eco-friendly furniture to the contract/commercial market of Florida and the Carribean countries.

The response was huge for our unique products. Trinidad, Turks and Caicos, Puerto Rico, The Dominican Republic and many other places showed tremendous interest in our products.

Many hotel and resort operators are really talking about LEEDs and the US Green Building Council. We have been on this push now for 10 years and now its finally hit mainstream.
The Palisades Chair with Viro Woven resin and reclaimed teak was a huge draw at the show.

With the current economy some of our residential business has slowed. This is a welcoming new direction for us. Watch for us to be introducing many new products of both teak and woven resin for the contract/commercial market in the coming months.


The Bellasera Collection was introduced with a wire brush finish. This unique design is perfect for lobbies in high-end boutique hotels.

HD Boutique, Miami, FL. Sept. 17-18

We are pleased to partner at the HD Boutique with the world leader in spa design and planning, Da Vinci Design Associates International. With a 20+ year history, and well earned reputation, of working in the 4 and 5 star resort industry, Robert Langdon’s vision and understanding of the fast growing Spa and Med spa industry, has led to the formation of Da Vinci Design Associates.

Here is a brief note from Mr. Langdon:

Please visit us at booth #966 at the up coming HD Boutique Expo 2008 in South Beach, FL. Come see our exclusive & newest line of the nations ONLY "Reclaimed Teak" program. A totally "Green" process of having beautiful hand-made teak indoor/outdoor furniture without the necessity of harvesting any trees. Da Vinci Design Associates will be happy to also review your proposed property for any and all Spa or Wellness Equipment, Design or Spa Training needs. We look forward to seeing you at the show.

Robert Dean Langdon
President/CEO

So if you are looking for Global Surroundings at the HD Boutique, make sure to look for the sign of Davinci Design in booth # 966 and you will find JL and our eco-friendly furnishings for the contract/commercial market.