10 Sustainable Home Decor Brands For 2024
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Our editors have researched and tested sustainable home brands for over a decade — these are our top picks for decorating your home while keeping the environment in mind.
There is nothing that makes a house feel more like a home than filling it with the people we love and the simple things that speak stories of sentiment and self-expression. When sourcing these special items, it can often take a bit of time, effort and a few drawn-out shopping trips!
While stores like Target and HomeGoods are known for being a popular one-stop shop for all things decor, there’s something special about finding unique, sustainable and one-of-a-kind home items. These eco-friendly home decor brands offer a more limited range of products than the big box stores, but with a little patience, it’s definitely worth the effort for a curated and sustainable space. (Secondhand is always better!)
Our criteria:
Our team has researched and tested dozens of sustainable home brands and scoured thousands of customer reviews for this round-up of our top picks. We update this list regularly with emerging favorites that meet our criteria below.
- SUSTAINABLE/NONTOXIC | The health of our homes and the environment is our priority — each of these decor companies sustainably source and craft their items from reclaimed, recycled, and natural materials that are free from harmful chemicals that can pollute our air and harm our health.
- ETHICAL | Fair labor practices, traditional artisan craftsmanship, and sustainable practices that support local economies are valued by each of our selected brands.
- AFFORDABLE | Home decor can be expensive! We’ve made sure to include plenty of budget-friendly sustainable options to choose from.
And as you outfit your home, check out our guides to ethically made furniture brands, nontoxic cookware and organic mattresses too, all of which are focused on ethical labor standards and sustainable practices. Happy home decorating to all!
Best Overall | Most Affordable | Best Kitchen + Dining | Best Bed + Bath | Best Rugs | Best Lighting & Accessories
1. Brightly
Best For | Community-based decor recommendations
Product Range | Green homegoods, lifestyle & wellness products, food & kitchen goods
Price | $100
Brightly is so much more than just a shop — it’s an educational resource and a community for living better for the planet. With a mission to empower conscious consumers, the brand features content on its website, social channels, and podcast to inspire big impact through small changes in our daily living habits. The sustainable products make it easy to swap home goods for eco-friendly and clean alternatives, and the food & kitchen section includes yummy plant-based recipes and easy cooking tips for building a more sustainable kitchen.
2. Our Place
Best For | Kitchen & dining
Product Range | Cookware & dinnerware
Price Range | $25 – $1,045
The kitchen is often the heart of a home, so we love outfitting ours with plates, cups, and cookware that match our values. Our Place’s minimalist dinnerware is a beautiful and sustainable way to set the table, and the fan-favorite Always Pan (which replaces eight traditional cookware items!) will be a culinary staple in your home for years to come. (We feel the design is impeccable, and the pans cook magnificently but beware of turning the heat too high or the nonstick coating will wear.) The brand is committed to ethical labor standards with employees in their Always Pan factory receiving healthcare coverage and professional development opportunities.
Customer Review | “This is the second pan I’ve purchased from Our Place. It is non-stick, no food burning, and goes into the oven. It is worth every penny spent.” – Anna D. (Read all reviews.)
3. Ten Thousand Villages
Best For | Affordable artisan-made decor
Product Range | Kitchenware, wall decor, home accents, textiles, outdoor accessories, bath
Price Range | $9 – $225
For 75+ years, Ten Thousand Villages has been a pioneer of the Fair Trade movement, laying the groundwork for sustainable change in 25+ low-income countries. The company provides a safe space and interest-free loans for people to empower makers and communities. Each houseware and decor piece is created by independent small-scale artisan groups, co-ops, and workshops, and is crafted with love using locally sourced materials and time-honored skills.
Customer Review | “Perfect for that avid gardener you know. The perfect vessel for fresh cut flowers. I bought one for myself but give it as a gift any chance I can. Recycled glass never looked so good!” – Jasper (Read all reviews.)
4. Uncommon Goods
Best For | One-of-a-kind home goods
Product Range | Cookware, dinnerware, home decor, garden
Price Range | $10 – $3,900
When you want your space to stand out, turn to Uncommon Goods’ home decor. The brand teams up with makers all around the globe who craft one-of-a-kind products you likely won’t find elsewhere. Every product comes with information about the artisan who made it and any sustainable materials; plus, many orders can be customized. A portion of every order is donated via the Better to Give program; and to date, the company has donated over $3M to the IRC, God’s Love We Deliver, and American Forests.
Customer Review | “I gave this literary clock to my 32-year-old daughter. I sent it as a birthday gift to her work location. She loved the clock not only because it was functional and fun to look at. Her colleagues in NYC really liked it, too. Based on some of the quotes, she said she may pick up a few more books!” – Mom of an Architect (Read all reviews.)
5. Etsy
Best For | Lighting & accessories
Product Range | Vintage & one-of-a-kind furniture, rugs, lighting, cook/drinkware, & home decor
Price Range | Varies by seller
To support small businesses, fair trade artisans, and sustainable sellers, we recommend Etsy, particularly for vintage home decor. There are over a million items up for grabs, from Victorian-style candelabras to 19th-century prints. No need to go through them all to find what you want — Etsy’s filters will do the work! Delivering worldwide, Etsy offsets all carbon emissions from shipments, so you can decorate your space without worrying about any muddy footprints. 😉
Customer Review | “Item was received quickly and packed very well. Looked just as beautiful as the pictures. Thank you!” – Jennifer (Read all reviews.)
6. West Elm
Best For | Bed & bath
Product Range | Furniture, rugs, lighting, bedding, decor, art, storage, kitchen, patio
Price Range | $7 – $1,140+
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 its impact on every level. It has committed to sourcing pieces that are handcrafted, Fair Trade Certified, organic, sustainably sourced, and/or local. To date, more than $200M has been invested in artisan communities and local craftspeople, and more than 52 percent of its wood furniture is sustainably sourced.
7. Afternoon Light
Best For | Curated home decor & independent designers
Product Range | Art & wall decor, accessories, mirrors, textiles
Price Range | $5 – $10,000
Afternoon Light is a uniquely curated e-commerce destination for all things interior design. The site features modern classic home decor items that are carefully selected by the team for their integrity and purpose. Each of these one of a kind goods is also equipped with all the info you might need on its use and features, making it easy to learn while you browse. Pro tip: If you’re in a bind when it comes to presents, check out their gifts collection, organized by budget and themes for smooth gift shopping!
8. Lorena Canals
Best For | Rugs
Product Range | Rugs, baskets, poufs, throw & floor pillows, wall decor
Price Range | $20 – $3,900+
Create the ethical home you’ve always envisioned with Lorena Canals‘ sustainable rugs. Designed by Lorena herself, the washable rugs are the first of its kind in the world–and are handmade using artisan manufacturing procedures in India. Choose from an abundance of nature-inspired styles or design your own custom washable rug to be shipped straight to your home! There’s something for everyone, including kids, with Lorena’s stunning selection of children’s rugs that are all washable, making tough stains a thing of the past. Be sure to check out our editor’s firsthand review of a Lorena Canals washable rug.
Our Editor’s Review | “If you’re looking for super high quality, plush, natural, and nontoxic rugs, Lorena Canals wins hands down. I’m such a fan of the brand’s ethics and creative designs, and can’t wait to add to my rug collection with more pieces from them.” – Emily McGowan, Editorial Director [Read the full review.]
9. MINNA
Best For | Ethical handmade homewares
Product Range | Rugs, pillows, kitchen & dining goods, throws, furniture, bed & bath
Price Range | $8 – $6,400+
For ethically handmade home goods, check out NYC-based home decor brand MINNA. Collaborating with master artisans throughout Latin America, MINNA approaches their design process with respect to the cultural heritage of the communities they work with. When combining contemporary designs with heritage techniques, the result is beautifully crafted products rooted in respect and transparency. Achieving a sustainable manufacturing process is also essential for the brand, as small batch orders help provide consistency in products and seasonal employment. MINNA is B Corp certified.
10. Parachute
Best For | Premium bedroom decor
Product Range | Bedding, bath, decor, rugs, pillows, tabletop
Price Range | $19 – $1,999
Parachute‘s homewares are manufactured by artisans who’ve been doing this work for over 80 years. By collaborating with expert craftspeople, Parachute is able to deliver premium textiles that uphold the heritage of that region. We adore the duvet cover sets made by artisans in Portugal as well as the decorative pillows sewn from responsibly sourced fabrics. We’ve outfitted our own beds with Parachute’s linens and throws, and couldn’t be happier with how function meets form for an effortless look. Parachute gives back through carbon offset projects and a mentorship program to Black entrepreneurs.
Customer Review | “Love, love these brushed cotton sheets. This is my second set in a new color. Wash and wear well; cozy but not warm. Bought a set for my daughter too!” – Donna (Read all reviews.)
