Why we choose European wood and timeless design

Our Understanding of Sustainability

Sustainability is a big word. Perhaps too big to use lightly. In an industry that tends to make promises, we believe in something simpler: taking responsibility for what we can actually influence. Not abstract offsets, but decisions that start right here in our workshop.

We don't control the rainforest—we control our craft

As a design manufacturer, we don’t make promises we can’t physically verify on the other side of the world. Instead, we focus on what we have right here: local integrity. Our wood is FSC-certified, our supply chains are short, and our production takes place right here at home. We don’t plant imaginary trees—we build furniture that lasts.

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“An armchair for life—and beyond.”

Good design ages gracefully. If your upholstery shows signs of wear after 8 years or if an accident has occurred, we offer a dedicated repair service. We’ll replace the upholstery instead of the chair itself. We’ll pick up the piece of furniture from you—in a used box, of course—because for us, conserving resources means keeping the cycle small.

Logistics Over Brand: Why You Won't Find Teak Here

Out of conviction, we primarily work with beech and oak. Why? Because we believe in material integrity. Teak may be a classic of Mid-Century, but it inevitably comes from the other side of the world. Even an FSC certification does nothing to change the poor carbon footprint of a journey across the oceans. We focus on what grows right on our doorstep—for furniture that is as ecologically sound as its construction.

Our exception to the rule: Upon request, we’re happy to use other types of wood for your one-of-a-kind piece. But we stay true to our principles: We only use wood that didn’t have to be shipped to us in a container. If it was grown in Europe and meets our quality standards, we’ll make it happen. Everything else we leave to the mass market.

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