embarking on a sustainable journey
INTRODUCING THE ‘CONSCIOUS COLLECTION’
CURATED FURNITURE PACKAGES
This ‘Conscious Collection’ has been designed by us, as a part of Britain’s first B Corp™ certified interior design collective. It isn’t labelled the ‘sustainability’ collection for a very good reason. You see we’re not 100% sustainable, and that’s a fact. But we’re on our journey towards a more sustainable design future, and so we’re conscious of our every step.
In partnership with the global real estate developers, Ghelamco, we’ve unveiled the collection within The Arc development, an award-winning gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Shoreditch.
The decision to join forces and install within The Arc was instinctive, as this remarkable building is not only fully electric, but impressively holds triple sustainability certifications – BREEM, WELL and DGNB. With 30% lower carbon emissions than other multi-fuel operated developments, it's hard to not be impressed by the building's cutting-edge technology which you can read more about here.
In 2022, as part of BTR's sustainability commitment, AGC, our parent company, conducted a comprehensive carbon audit covering Scope 1 and 2 emissions. To offset our carbon footprint, AGC invested in Forest Carbon's gold standard re-afforestation projects globally, including Uruguay and Bolivia, and joined the UK-based Carbon Club 50 for tree planting. AGC also set ambitious net-zero emissions goals by 2033, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative, and emphasised ongoing education and collaboration for Scope 3 emission data collection, demonstrating our dedication to long-term sustainability and climate mitigation through our partnership with Forest Carbon.
Our designers have left no stone unturned in sourcing local suppliers for each furniture piece in the 'Conscious Collection.' Our goal is to redefine the way your property is furnished, ensuring that every item is not just beautiful but built to last. We've achieved this by using durable, high-quality materials that can withstand the demands of everyday use.
From handcrafted and carbon-conscious pieces to those made from non-toxic, organic materials, our commitment to transparency is evident. We've introduced 'Environmental Icons' on all of our products, making it easy for you to understand the eco-friendly choices we've made in their creation.
“We are proud to be the first British interior design collective to join this community of change-makers, alongside a global movement of people using their business as a force for good. B Corp™ is a holistic approach for us. It shapes our culture and encourages us to acknowledge our business impact and act. Most importantly, it gives us a framework for continuous improvement, so that every day, we become a little bit prouder of what we do.”
– Co-founder & Group Director, Stella Gittins
You may not know, but we partnered with pioneering paint geniuses, COAT Paints, to deck out the walls for our Conscious Collection. COAT share the same values as us, and that’s really important. We’re all about making a positive impact and supporting other game changing B Corp™-certified brands. This is a partnership where two “first British B Corp™-certified” brands of their kind (an interior design collective, and a paint company) have joined forces to make a world of difference, bringing you the most “conscious” collection of furnishings that you can feel good about.
We’ll be revealing more about this collaboration soon, so keep your eyes peeled.
Painted with COAT Paints: Moving Day
Painted with COAT Paints: The Old Corset Factory
"The team approached the collaboration at The Arc with passion, bringing fresh and creative ideas which married well with the sustainable credentials and focus of the development. The show flat they delivered was a great representation of the vision we shared and dealing with the team throughout the process has been a pleasure."
James Hicks Residential Sales Director, Ghelamco
ECO GLOSSARY
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This stool is the result of a new innovative waste-to-value technique which enables Mater to reuse industrial waste. The seats are made from recycled industrial plastic waste and coffee bean shells from BKI Coffee. The waste materials are mixed in a unique compound, suitable for press moulding – a method designed to reuse companies’ resources more efficiently.
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Made in the UK. The fabric is made from recycled polyster and cotton.
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When this bed frame is purchased, a tree is planted. The velvet is made from post-consumer PET bottles. Approximately 240 bottles are reused for the fabric. Made in the EU and wrapped with 100% recycled packaging.
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Eco-comfort fibre layer containing upcycled plastic bottle flakes spun into polyester micro fibres. This is a chemical free product and provided by a carbon neutral business. This is a chemical-free product provided by a carbon neutral business, made in the UK and fully recycled at the end of life.
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This product supports carbon reduction projects such as Southpole, Ecologi and Cyan Finance. Zero carbon goal, and has a carbon emission of 5.5kg carbon.
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This lamp shade is made from bamboo and this supplier partners with the WakaWaka Foundation, supporting one billion people living off-grid without access to electricity and providing them with solar products.
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Solid FSC wood frame, traditionally assembled.
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Composed through traditional assembly by hand, ensuring strength and longevity. This product uses FSC wood with high recyclability and energy savings. This product uses no composite materials, and saves on resources ensuring a design minimising emissions and maximising the reuse of offcuts. The FSC certified wood contributes towards biodiversity, social and economic benefit.
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Made in the EU and built using FSC wood coated with a water-based transparent lacquer.
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Using materials with minimal envionmental impact, this product is built using sustainable acacia wood paired with sustainable woven Munja Grass.
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Made using solid sustainable teak wood with a FLEGT certification. Naturally rot resistant and uses less energy to harvest compared to most hardwood. This product can be easily recycled at the end of life.
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Wool upholstory filled with high resilient foam. Fully manufactured in the EU with all materials sourced from local
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The lamp shade is made from bamboo and this supplier partners with the WakaWaka Foundation, supporting one billion people living off-grid without access to electricity and providing them with solar products.
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Seat slats made from Carlsberg beer kegs. All the components of this product can be recycled after use.
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This product is highly durable and can be washed making it more user friendly.
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Made in the EU and built using FSC wood coated with a water-based transparent lacquer.
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Hand-stitched with upholstory made from recycled plastic and cotton. The frame comes with a 15-year guarantee and is made from FSC-wood. Flat pack fully recyclable packaging, taking up less space in shipping. Made in the EU. Use of Ecologi for carbon offsetting, this product has a carbon emission of 90kg.
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Made using FSC wood. Flat pack taking up less space in shipping. Made in the EU.
Keep your eyes peeled on our Instagram as we share more behind the details of The Conscious Collection. But, for now, head to the project page to view the full portfolio.