Ethically-Crafted Home Decor For The Modern Home

There is nothing that makes a house feel like a home more than filling it with the people we love and the simple things that tell the story of thoughtful craftsmanship. These brands are pioneering what it means to make globally inspired, expertly designed goods for the home handmade by artisans around the world.

Each of these companies is committed to ethical sourcing and production of their products and to giving back to their communities. If you’re outfitting your home also check out our guide to ethically made furniture brands, all focused on ethical labor standards and sustianable practices. Happy homes to all!

1. The Citizenry

Based In | Dallas, TX
Ethics | Artisan handmade
Best For | Furniture, rugs, decor
Price Range | $125–$1,950

We are big fans of The Citizenry. They’ve set out to build a company that celebrates the people behind their products. Their name, The Citizenry, is a reflection of the collective of individuals— artisans, designers, and dreamers—who rally together across cultures and continents to craft their collections. Each item is handcrafted, hand-numbered, and available only in limited quantities to ensure it’s as extraordinary as the culture that inspired it.

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2. Parachute

Based In | Venice, CA
Ethics | Eco-friendly textiles, responsible manufacturing, give back
Best For | Bedding, bath, decor
Price Range | $19–$499

Parachute‘s bedding is manufactured by artisans who have been weaving world-class linens for over 80 years. By collaborating with expert craftspeople, Parachute is able to deliver premium quality textiles that uphold the high standards and heritage of that region. We adore their duvet cover sets made by artisans in Portugal and that are free from harmful substances and chemicals. Parachute also give back through a partnership with the United Nations Foundation’s Nothing But Nets campaign.

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3. Ten Thousand Villages

Based In | Akron, PA
Ethics | Fair trade, artisan handmade
Best For | Kitchen & dinner, wall decor, home accents
Price Range | $12–$395

For over 70 years, Ten Thousand Villages has been a pioneer of the Fair Trade movement laying the groundwork for sustainable change in over 30 developing countries by providing a space for people to take charge of their own lives and build something for themselves. Each piece of housewares and decor is created by independent small-scale artisan groups, co-ops and workshops and are crafted with love using local materials and time-honored skills.

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4. West Elm

Based In | Brooklyn, NY
Ethics | Fair trade collections, local maker collections, organic collections
Best For | Furniture, rugs, lighting, bedding, decor
Price Range | $60–$580

West Elm is one of our favorite go-to’s for stylish home design and decor. The company believes in making sustainable products while being mindful of their impact on every level and have committed to sourcing products that are handcrafted, Fair Trade Certified™, organic, sustainably sourced and local. Their handcrafted products are currently sourced from a network of 35+ artisan groups in 15 countries, employing nearly 5,000 makers.

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5. Raven + Lily

Based In | USA
Ethics | Fair Trade Certified, artisan-made, B Corp
Best For | Incorporating traditional artisan crafts & techniques
Price Range | $8–$248

Raven + Lily is a socially conscious lifestyle brand dedicated to empowering women through design. They produce stunning home goods through partnership with at-risk artisan women in 10 countries at fair trade wages. All of Raven + Lily designs are thoughtfully made, and consider the impact on people and the planet.

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6. Rose & Fitzgerald

Based In | Kampala, Uganda
Ethics | Artisan handmade
Best For | Kitchen & barware, chairs, decor
Price Range | $65–$975

Husband-and-wife duo Courtney Rose and Laren Fitzgerald were provoked by a desire to merge their sense of contemporary fashion with the beauty of indigenous materials and craftspeople in their adopted home of Uganda, where they founded a small design studio in Kampala. Rose & Fitzgerald employs local artisans and craftsmen to create and curate unexpected, beautiful pieces for the home. At Rose & Fitzgerald they know there’s something truly special about knowing who made your product and also knowing that it was crafted by hand by someone paid fairly for their craft.

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7. ACCOMPANY

Based In | Curated from various places
Ethics | Artisan handmade, fair trade
Best For | Blankets, throws and storage
Price Range | $22–$368

ACCOMPANY‘s mission is to help human beings—to change the lives of individuals, families and communities, for good. Their team scours the globe for the coolest, most beautiful and one-of-a-kind finds to create unique boutiques that contain both an eclectic mix of cultures and a well-edited point of view. You’ll find handmade pieces and ethically sourced items that bring human impact and thoughtful style together. Each and every piece is picked with story behind it, and embodies exemplary design.

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8. Equal Uprise

Based In | Ecuador
Ethics | Artisan handmade
Best For | Blankets, Hammocks, Pillows, Rugs
Price Range | $60–$580

Equal Uprise is made up of objects for the modern dweller and accessories for everyday life. In a world of mass production, Equal Uprise supports and celebrates artisans that craft ethically-made pieces, incorporating traditional production methods as well as organic materials. The combination of these result in labor-rich, one-of-a-kind pieces that are as unique as the person that made them. The name Equal Uprise represents the idea that success is attainable when it is equally shared. In addition to paying artisans fair wages, 10% of profits are directed to business development projects for the artisans that craft each item in the shop.

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9. The Little Market

Based In | Santa Monica, CA
Ethics | Fair trade, artisan handmade
Best For | Dining, decor, candles, baskets
Price Range | $26–$68

Lauren Conrad and Hannah Skvarla started The Little Market, a nonprofit that empowers women artisans to rise above poverty and support their families. The online marketplace sells beautiful products for the home handmade by artisans around the world. The Little Market has artisan partners practice fair trade principles, and every purchase from The Little Market generates meaningful income for the artisans and their families.

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10. Tictail

Based In | Various
Ethics | Independent, small-scale production
Best For | Decor, pottery, baskets, prints
Price Range | $26–$68

Tictail is a social marketplace home to independent brands from over 140 countries around the world. Their platform allows you to explore and connect with a global community of independent designers and makers around the world—and discover latest designs in art and home decor while supporting local and small-scale production.

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