Sustainable Furniture: Our Top Picks From Ilovani

Sustainability is more than a buzzword in the design industry at the moment. It is quickly becoming a priority with more organizations choosing sustainable materials and practices to make a difference. Ilovani is one such local furniture and homeware design and manufacturing company with a love for all things sustainable.

Ilovani prides itself on creating unique and functional designer pieces that are built to last. Each piece is hand-crafted using traditional, tried and tested methods to ensure high-quality and longevity of its heirloom pieces. Ilovani’s inception was inspired by the incredibly beautiful indigenous South African hardwoods and this is translated into every piece of furniture made.

Our Top Picks

Bevelled Retro Coffee Table & Side Tables

We love the look of these gorgeous Bevelled Retro Coffee table and side tables made from solid oak. The underside of the tabletop is bevelled so that it looks thinner from the side. Furthermore, the side tables come in two heights so they can ‘nest’ comfortably together. These would pair well in a rustic or nature-inspired Scandi interior.

Oak Bench

The ‘bankie’ or bench is a versatile little seating option. It is perfect for indoor use or outside – on a patio or in the garden. It is made from reclaimed oak wine barrel staves, which are then sealed with an outdoor poly-wax sealer. We think this would be really cute at the end of the bed too!

Herringbone Server

Ilovani’s Herringbone Server is made from thick blackwood with laser cut aluminium sliding doors. The doors have cleverly been powder coated in matt black for a modern look. It provides a stylish screen at the front but the contents of your server will still be visible from behind the gorgeous herringbone design. The wood has subsequently been sealed with a poly-wax sealer for added durability.

Retro Chair

The Retro Chair from Ilovani is made from oak, with 16mm super wood as part of the base. It has 1/2 a single mattress cushion covered with U&G Fabric – Classic Kudu. This chair thus makes for a beautiful, comfy seat in any interior.

Wishbone Desk

Need a sleek and compact space to work on? This solid oak Wishbone desk is thus perfect for any home office. It is made in oak and subsequently sealed with a whitewash sealer.

Monster Leaf Cupboard

This delightful little Monster Leaf Cupboard is made from thick blackwood with a laser-cut aluminium door, powder-coated in matt black. The playful design will subsequently add a touch of interest in your living space.

Discover these and more at Ilovani.