"Sustainable" gets attached to furniture listings without much scrutiny, so it's worth being specific about what the term should actually require.
Material Sourcing
Responsibly sourced timber, like the Canadian pinewood used in the Kosho Lounge Chair, is a genuine starting point, not every wood claim meets this bar.
Longevity as Sustainability
A piece that lasts decades is more sustainable than one labeled eco-friendly but replaced every few years, longevity itself is an underrated sustainability metric.
The Honest Verdict
Sustainable furniture requires both responsible sourcing and genuine durability, either alone is an incomplete claim. Ask about both before trusting the label.
