The Brand
Prism Hardscapes
Architectural fire in glass-fiber concrete
72 Pieces
The Catalog
Pieces from Prism Hardscapes
The Story
Prism is what happens when an architectural concrete shop decides to build outdoor fire features instead of countertops. Every piece in the lineup — Tavola, Porto, Triton, Embarcadero, Piazza — starts as a moulded GFRC shell, the same engineered concrete used on facades and bridges, and ends as something that reads as a piece of furniture instead of an appliance.
Glass-fiber reinforced concrete is the quiet material here. It's lighter than poured concrete, stronger in tension, and stable through freeze-thaw cycles that crack ordinary cast pieces inside three winters. The surface holds its colour and texture without sealing; the structural shell will outlast its bronze burner.
What makes Prism's catalog distinct is the proportions. The Tavola sits at dining height. The Porto is built around a long banquette. The Embarcadero is a tower, not a bowl. Each piece was designed for a specific use case in an outdoor room, and the geometry tells you what it's for the moment you see it.
Photography courtesy of Prism Hardscapes.
Made in
USA
Material
GFRC + Brass
Collections
5 active
Finish options
Multiple per piece
Design Principles
What Prism Hardscapes Cares About
01
GFRC shell
Glass-fiber reinforced concrete — engineered for facades and bridges, used here for outdoor permanence without the weight of cast concrete.
02
Design-led shapes
Proportions chosen for how the piece anchors a patio: dining-height tables, low banquette pits, tall sculptural towers.
03
Bronze internals
Hidden under the GFRC: a CSA-listed brass burner and stainless components, rated for the same outdoor conditions as the shell.
04
Texture and finish
Surface texture varies by collection — sandblasted Tavola, smooth Cafe, hammered patina options on select pieces.
Questions
Frequently Asked About Prism Hardscapes
What is GFRC concrete and why does Prism Hardscapes use it?
GFRC (glass-fiber reinforced concrete) is the engineered concrete used on building facades and bridges. It's lighter than poured concrete, stronger in tension, and stable through freeze-thaw cycles that crack ordinary cast pieces inside three winters. The surface holds its color and texture without sealing, and the structural shell will outlast the bronze burner.
What's the difference between Tavola, Moderno, and Porto?
Tavola is dining-height — a fire table you can eat at. Moderno is a square-profile coffee-height piece designed as a centerpiece for a seating circle. Porto is built around a long banquette layout. Each silhouette was designed for a specific use case in an outdoor room; the geometry tells you what it's for the moment you see it.
Are Prism Hardscapes fire tables natural gas or propane?
Most pieces ship configurable — the same chassis takes natural-gas, propane self-contained, or an LP enclosure that hides the tank. Specify at order. Burner is a CSA-listed brass system rated for both fuels.
What finish options does Prism Hardscapes offer?
Six standard GFRC finishes: Cafe (warm brown), Coastal (sand), Ebony (deep black), Natural (concrete gray), Pewter (warm gray), and Ultra White (architectural). Texture varies by collection — Tavola is sandblasted, Moderno is smoother, hammered patina is available on select pieces. Ultra White carries a premium.
Does GFRC concrete require sealing or maintenance?
No sealing required. GFRC is engineered for permanent outdoor exposure — the surface holds color, texture, and structural integrity through freeze-thaw cycles without treatment. Wipe clean with mild soap and water when needed.
How long is the lead time for Prism Hardscapes pieces?
Quick Ship items in standard finishes ship in 3–5 business days. Made-to-order configurations (custom finish, alternate burner spec, LP enclosure) run 4–6 weeks. The product page lists the lead time per SKU.
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