Sustainability is our future. And our now.

For decades, we’ve stood behind a genuine commitment to make a difference in the health of our planet. And we’re doing now more than ever before.

1998

ISO 14001 certified

2008

HQ LEED NC Gold certified

2012

1st in industry for zero-waste manufacturing & headquarters

2013

Launched banned chemical commitment

2018

1st in industry to launch zero-waste digital knit

2020

Launched 100% recycled Oceanic fabric

We believe in action.

To us, sustainability is a verb. It’s about doing what we say we will—and it’s part of our work and company culture every day.

1426.7 tons

of material diverted from landfills in 2020

The first in our industry

To achieve zero-waste manufacturing & headquarters

A chair designed to be re-upholstered (and live many lives).
A chair designed to be re-upholstered (and live many lives).

We’ve earned Zero Waste to Landfill status.

That means our North American operations have sent zero waste to landfill since 2009. Same goes for our global operations since 2012.

We’ve invested over $1 million each year in zero-waste efforts. And we recycle waste materials from manufacturing—things like metal, wood, plastic, fabric, cardboard, office waste, and food.

At our zero-waste headquarters in Holland, Michigan, employees recycle or compost all waste, whether it’s sticky notes from meetings or leftovers from lunch. In 2020, more than 97% of generated waste was recycled.

A humble beginning. The coziest end.

So, how do plastic bottles from the sea transform into soft, cozy upholstery for seating? Through a six-step process that keeps quality a top priority.

Bottles collected by fishermen

Bottles washed, sanitized and shredded

Plastic made into small chips

Chips made into textured yarn

Yarn woven into fabric

Fabric dyed

We’ve got more to say. And do.

With decades of progress behind us, we’ve now got our sights on the future. We’re working to source 100% of our wood from sustainable sources by 2025, along with 100% renewable energy for electricity in our manufacturing facilities. If you’d like to learn more, we make our sustainability report available to everyone.