Sustainable interiors isn’t just another home design trend, but a different mindset - changing your lifestyle altogether. It's the choices we make in an ongoing way of living that will go towards a better Earth for years to come.

It makes me so happy to see the number of companies realising what long-term impacts they could have on people’s lives and Earth.

What does sustainable furniture mean?

The key reason for sourcing sustainable furniture is to benefit the environment. Furniture made from recyclable materials will last a lifetime but also ensure that manufacturing processes are kind to the environment and produce as little carbon emissions as possible and having sustainable furniture in your home is hugely beneficial long-term.

Not only is it important to think about where materials come from and how they are produced, the durability of furniture is also a key point to consider. Good quality furniture offers a much longer lifespan and therefore benefits the environment by reducing unnecessary landfill waste.

Here are some perfect examples of sustainable, and stylish, furniture brands in the UK:

Nkuku

Ethics | Eco-Friendly Materials, Fair Trade, Handcrafted

Interior Style | Bohemian, Chic, Modern

Product Range | Furniture, Decor, Lighting, Tableware & Gifts

Their Bohemian, Chic aesthetic uses earthy tones with design-led trends working towards a missions of “ethical, eco-friendly, handmade” by working with artisans all over the world with a particular focus on handmade techniques and traditional skills. They work with natural and recycled materials to create timeless, sustainable products.

West Elm

Ethics | Fair Trade, Local Makers, Organic, Sustainable Materials

Interior Style | Mid-Century Modern

Product Range | Furniture, Rugs, Lighting, Bedding, Decor, Art & Storage

West Elm is one of my go-to’s for stylish home decor. The company believes in making sustainable products while being mindful of its impact on every level. It has committed to sourcing products that are handcrafted, Fair Trade Certified, organic, sustainable sourced, and/or local. The handcrafted products are currently made by 35+ artisan groups in 15 countries, giving a platform to over 13,000 makers.

Lick

Ethics | FSC Certified, Low VOC, Biodegradable Packaging, 100% Vegan, No Animal Testing, 4ocean Partnership

Product Range | Paint, Wallpaper & Supplies

Lick makes decorating easy with a wide range of eco-friendly paint, wallpaper and supplies. All of their paint is water-based and low VOC (volatile organic compound), which means fewer harmful chemicals and a more easily biodegradable end product. Their wallpaper is FSC certified so it is sustainably sourced and felled from forests around Europe. Even their packaging can be recycled up to 7 times and is 100% biodegradable. But, it doesn’t stop there. Reducing environmental impact is at the forefront of whatever Lick does and so they have partnered with ‘4ocean’ to remove plastic from our oceans, and ‘One Tree Planted’ to restore our forests. As of 31st May 2021, Lick customers have contributed to 29,413kg plastic removed from the ocean and 6,914 trees planted!

Grain

Ethics | Accountability Of Their Impact To The Planet, Recyclable Packaging, Carbon Offsetting

Interior Style | Scandinavian & Minimalist

Product Range | Dining Tables, Coffee Tables, Desks, Seating & Storage

Responsibility is at the forefront of their furniture design. Grain are pioneering a truly sustainable approach to furniture retail, placing the needs of people and the planet at the heart of everything. This involves numerous strategies that make a conscious effort to help the planet such as custom sizing options to reduce waste, impact calculator tool to hold themselves accountable, carbon offsetting, applying to become a B Certified corporation, developing recyclable furniture, switching to a renewable energy website server and constantly reviewing their business to hold accountability.

Swyft

Ethics | Carbon Offsetting, Tree Planting, Carbon Reduction, FSC Certified Materials & Biodegradable Plastics

Interior Style | Modern, Mid-Century, Minimalist

Product Range | Sofas & Armchairs

There are so many components to a sofa, it’s often a challenge for a brand to officially declare a sustainable status. Swyft, a ‘sofa-in-a-box’ brand that launched two years ago, is a good option for savvy design, as well as consideration in post and packaging. Each sofa or armchair comes flat packed, reducing its carbon footprint, and is designed to be put together by one person, without the need for tools, using a specially designed locking assembly mechanism. The company also plants a tree through the World Land Trust with every purchase.

Collective Stories

Ethics | Fair Trade & Natural Materials

Interior Style | Boho

Product Range | Cushions, Baskets & Rugs

Founded after a trip to Guatemala, where the owners were inspired by the beautiful textiles created using traditional weaving techniques, Collective Stories have developed relationships with artisans based on Fair Trade principles. Their products unite thoughtful design with ethical craftsmanship and are made from raw, natural materials such as cotton, wool and buri that are both sustainable and long-lasting.

Wearth

Ethics | Plastic Free, Vegan, Handmade, Recyclable & Sustainable Materials

Interior Style | Boho, Rustic, Coastal

Product Range | Ceramics, Furniture, Storage, Bedding, Decor & Soft Furnishings

Wearth is an eco-friendly website specialising in zero waste products for everyday life. Their online marketplace has a wide collection of sustainable products from British brands. IN partnership with Forest Nation, they have planted 1996 trees since 2017 and believe that everyone can make a positive impact with simple, small changes that help to live a greener lifestyle.

Konk

Ethics | FSC Certified, One Tree Planted

Interior Style | Scandinavian, Minimalist, Modern & Industrial

Product Range | Bespoke Residential & Commercial Wooden Furniture

The brand makes each piece of furniture to order in its Bristol-based workshop to ensure nothing goes to waste. The furniture is made exclusively from timber sourced from sustainable forests approved by FSC (The Forest Stewardship Council) and it is made for life. It is strong, durable, ages well and with character. Konk has also partnered with nonprofit One Tree Planted, and plants a tree for every order received.

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