A century ago, furniture was built to leave a legacy. This is the tradition we hope to revive. Crafted pieces which merge technology and the human touch to stand the test of time.

Considered forms which are practical, long-lasting, and a joy to use. And timeless, classic design which elevates any space, in any century.

This three-pronged approach, coupled with our careful sourcing of sustainably grown and harvested American white oak, is what embodies the ultimate meaning of sustainability at Houtlander.

Our dedication to timber stems from its carbon-negative qualities, preserved in long-lasting furniture. We believe it’s the most sustainable material on the planet.

All of the oak used to produce Houtlander’s furniture is sourced in collaboration with the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), which ensures our timber is completely sustainable.

The oak we use is grown in indigenous forests, rather than monocrop plantations, and supports the surrounding ecosystem. Trees are harvested at only full maturity - around 70 years old - and are drawn from the forests in minimally invasive ways, often using a horse and cart.

Saplings seeded on the forest floor over the trees' lives are then given the space and light to grow, continuing the legacy of their forebears.

Sourcing oak in this way means the end product is truly carbon-negative. Over its lifetime, each oak trees will have sequestered nearly 2,000kg of CO2. Upon harvesting and processing, that carbon is then locked into our furniture. The alternative, if the tree was left to rot, would be carbon leaking back into the atmosphere. 

The end product is processed by us using minimal chemicals and carbon-efficient transport methods. This is what makes our oak the most sustainable material in the world.