My Furniture is Not On Trend

I make contemporary furniture designed to last generations and never end up in a landfill. I designed the Cusp Coffee Table seven years ago. The first iteration was what would, a few years later, become known as Millennial Pink. I chose the color because I liked its unexpectedness on the natural wood material. There was a subversiveness to the ‘feminine’ color choice in an industry that puts ‘masculine’ style on a pedestal.

First Edition Cusp Coffee Table.

I didn’t and still don’t know where I would look if I wanted to research color trends or forecasts. My designs respond to modern ways of making, living and working. The result is something that will always represent the time it was created and will never become obsolete. 

Designed to Endure. 

While in architecture school, I took “Introduction to Metalsmithing” with one of my best college pals. Our teacher was a brilliant, free spirited artist who lived in Woodstock, NY. She was hilarious, approachable and had multiple pieces of jewelry in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian. While the work I created in the class was unmemorable and mediocre AT BEST, it was one of the most impactful classes I took in my five years at Syracuse University. Barbara’s approach to making good art was to aim for it to intrigue someone 1000 years in the future. That philosophy never left me. My furniture is made to be part of a time capsule. Millennia from now, I hope these pieces will act as keys to questions of how we lived and what we valued beyond the endless cycle of trends.

Our Eileen Chair

Leading by Example. 

While my work is designed to last, I know modern society is imperfect; that’s why circularity is built into my production process. To allow my work to be diverted from a landfill, I only work with natural, fully recyclable or recycled materials. Sustainability is simply a buzzword to some, but I know our generation is evolving to be more conscientious about consumerism. In order for change to happen, industries must change. It is widely known that the building industry is a top contributor to climate change. CAVU is aiming to be a part of the solution by changing the way our industry approaches manufacturing. My tiny business cannot solve an entire industry’s problem, but I can lead by example and show us one small path forward. 

Want to Chat More?

I’m offering 1:1 Complimentary Consultations to interested furniture customers. I’m happy to talk to you more about our design and production process, as well as what to expect before, during and after your purchase. I can’t wait to meet you!

-Lauren, Founder of CAVU