Step by step towards sustainability
We believe in being kind to people and our planet, personally and in business.
We’re making little changes every day to do better.
What does that really mean? Click on the links below to learn more about our efforts to create positive change.
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Production
We source our lights from hand makers who employ family or locals, which means the money they make can stay in their village.
We order small batches, made by hand. Factory free.
We use natural fibres like bamboo, rattan and seagrass that are chemical free.
We ensure our lights are high in quality and timeless in design.
Shipping
We ship plastic free. Everything we wrap and ship with can be recycled at home. Even the tape and labels. (Tip – craft paper is great for kids or reusing to wrap presents).
While our makers do use some plastic to send the lights to us so they survive the humid transit environment, we are actively looking for alternatives.
Our shipping labels are home compostable. Just cut, compost and let the worms do the work. (Or keep it on the box and recycle it if you don’t have a home compost.)
We recycle all protective cardboard from maker shipments at our local resource recovery centre.
We ship twice a week to lower our carbon footprint while ensuring you get your lights quickly.
Constant improvement
We’re not perfect but we do all we can to bring you our lights with minimal environmental footprint.
We make small, consistent changes every day in our efforts to make our business cleaner and greener.
Natural fibres, a natural choice
Bamboo, seagrass and rattan are our materials of choice.
Sustainable, natural and safe for our makers and in your home, here’s why we choose these amazing fibres:
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Seagrass
Seagrass is a perennial grass.
Once harvested, our artisans ply the grass entirely by hand using traditional hand weaving craftsmanship passed down through generations. As a fast-growing plant, seagrass is a fabulous sustainable material. The yarn is strong, durable and non-porous. It has a naturally smooth texture, with a natural lustre and a warm hue.
Rattan
Rattan is a naturally renewable palm.
It is used for furniture, homewares and building materials because it is lightweight, durable, flexible and attractive. Both the outer skin and inner core can be used which means minimal waste. Rattan creates a soft, textured, contemporary feel and casts a warm filtered light.
Bamboo
Bamboo is a very fast-growing giant grass.
It requires no fertiliser, little water and self-regenerates from its own roots. Bamboo absorbs five times more carbon dioxide and produces 35% more oxygen than a similar group of trees making it an incredibly sustainable, beautiful material. Our artisans use these smooth natural fibres and traditional weaving techniques to create gorgeous, functional pieces.
Banana fibre
Banana fibre is sourced from the trunk of the banana plant, harvested when the plant is at the end of its producing life. Instead of letting the trunk decompose as compost, artisans repurpose it by pulping the trunk to create stunning banana fibre paper. This eco-friendly material is not only renewable but also has minimal environmental impact, as it uses a byproduct of banana production. By transforming what would otherwise be discarded into beautiful, functional pieces, the process exemplifies sustainable and innovative craftsmanship.
Bagor
Agel is a natural fibre obtained from the leaf sheath of the Gebang palm tree. Once harvested, the fibres are woven to create Bagor, a textured weave that adds unique character to our wall lights. As a rapidly growing plant, the Gebang palm provides a renewable resource. Its leaves can be continuously harvested without cutting down the tree, ensuring a sustainable supply. The use of bagor showcases the natural beauty and intricate craftsmanship in each piece.
Linen
Linen is made from the fibres found in the stem of the flax plant, making it a totally natural and biodegradable material. The beauty of flax lies in its minimal environmental requirements—it needs no fertilizers or pesticides and far less water to grow than plants like cotton. This makes linen one of the most eco-friendly fabrics available. Additionally, every part of the flax plant can be used, ensuring there is no wastage. By choosing linen, you are minimizing your environmental impact while enhancing your home décor with a sustainable and beautiful material.
