Million Air Summer 2021

JAN HENDZEL STUDIO London-based design and craft furniture studio Jan Hendzel Studio was founded by self-taught furniture maker Jan Hendzel in 2015, a product of Hendzel’s realization of the importance of sustainable practices in woodworking combined with his wishes for a bigger workshop where he could explore ideas and design his own products. The furniture studio’s renown has grown over the years, with several of its products exhibited at design shows including Masterpiece and Design Junction, as well as at the Saatchi Gallery. It has also created bespoke furnishings for several residential and commercial properties, including Japan House and Terence Conran’s Wilder restaurant in London. At the heart of all Jan Hendzel Studio’s practices is a passion for sustainability and longevity. The studio uses quality British materials, finding a balance between using modern manufacturing processes and traditional woodworking techniques to create pieces that are functional, alluring and respectful to the environment. The studio launched its first full collection of furniture — called Bowater — last year; it features nine pieces for the home that have been made exclusively out of British timber, including a desk, sideboard, stools and a shelving unit. janhendzel.com

THE CITIZENRY Offering ethically made and sourced objects and accessories, The Citizenry is a sustainable home decor brand that prides itself on working with artisans from around the world. The young company brings together the best artisanal goods and showcases them under one roof — or, more accurately, one website — to make it easier for shoppers to find exactly what they’re looking for. The master artisans that The Citizenry works with are paid fairly (the brand uses Fair Trade standards), ensuring they are getting the best price for their work and are supported in continuing their craft. The brand is currently working with more than 60 groups of artisans from across 17 countries, and its team is always on the lookout for new craftspeople to work with, spending much of their time traveling from country to country to collaborate with local communities. Despite working with several groups of artisans, it’s important for The Citizenry to keep production small. Each of its items is handcrafted and numbered, and the quantities are limited to safeguard the culture and artisans that have created it. the-citizenry.com

Photos Fergus Coyle