Beautiful & Ethical Interiors
“The relationship between an artisan and a beautiful handmade piece creates a story, which makes each product not a mass market item, but an individually crafted piece.”
nkuku
As we become more aware of who makes our clothes and where our food comes from, following the viewing of multiple documentaries on the matter; is it about time we start to look towards more sustainable interiors? This doesn't have to mean up-cycling your draws with a lick of toxic free paint ( although also enjoyable ), there are lots of beautiful items and talented makers out there for those of us addicted to that spending buzz!
Here are a selection to get you started, just click on the images for a link to the respective websites:
TOAST
TOAST began design in a farmhouse is Wales, founded by James and Jessica Seaton in 1997. The heart of the collections was in a more thoughtful and slower way of life. Today the brand is led by Suzie de Rohan Wilner and curates clothing, homeware and editorial items. They collaborate with artisans from around the globe to create handmade pieces from ikat weaving in India to shoe making in Northamptonshire. You can rest assured that an item purchased from TOAST has been created sustainably and paid for fairly.
One Nine Eight Five
Homeware brand One Nine Eight Five specialise in print and textiles. Well known for its contemporary prints and lust worthy colour combinations. They are committed to British manufacturing and use ethically sourced materials as much as possible. Their quality and sense of style can be proven by their collection with the iconic British retailer Heals.
Nkuku
Nkuku work with recycled and natural materials and use sustainable production methods. Many of their products are handmade from recycled material using waste from other industries creating new and beautiful products with less impact on the environment. They offer a wide range of rustic style items from furniture to kitchenware , lanterns and cushions. The most lovely of all being their Christmas decorations - a firm favourite of mine.
Wearth - London
'Wearth is an eco-friendly website specialising in zero waste products for everyday life'
British Vogue
Wearth is a platform for brands to sell contemporary, eco-friendly products. With over 80% of the brands being based in the UK. The website allows you to to shop by value as well as department. Helping their customers to create a greener lifestyle from the geographic to the packaging process.
Weaver Green
Founders Tasher and Barney turn plastic waste into unlikely homewares.They spent 7 years perfecting the process to create a textile that is machine washable, stain resistant , environmentally friendly and can be used indoor or out whilst retaining the look and feel of wool.
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