Responsible Design

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responsible design

The changes we make today transform the way we live tomorrow. That’s why we’re committing to more responsible
materials, sustainable sourcing and quality-tested products. The path to a better world starts at home.

Our Award-Winning
Revive Sofa

Made with 80% recycled
materials and ships flat for
a smaller footprint.

the values that drive our journey

Climate Neutrality

Setting climate targets and
reducing our carbon footprint,
from factories and facilities to
the customer’s doorstep.

Sustainable Materials

Using more sustainably sourced
materials in our products, including
FSC®-certified wood, preferred
fibers and recycled packaging.

Ethical Supply Chain

Engaging and supporting suppliers
in continuous social and
environmental improvement.

Circular Solutions

Exploring ways to replace single-
use consumption with circular
projects, operations and products.

Empowered Employees

Empowering teams throughout the
organization to shape innovative
sustainability programs and put
them into practice.

Conscious Customers

Simplifying the customer experience
to promote responsible shopping
with clear labeling, third-party
verification and sustainable products.

climate

We’re measuring our impact on the environment and
transitioning to more responsible materials wherever possible.

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Forest Stewardship Council

fsc®-certified wood & paper

Since 2008, we’ve partnered with the Forest Stewardship
Council® (FSC) to offer FSC-certified collections.
Recognized by the Sustainable Furnishings Council as a
Wood Furniture Top Scorer, we source from responsibly
managed forests, with a goal to achieve 50% FSC-certified
furniture by 2025
. In addition, we print all our catalogs
and shopping bags on 100% FSC-certified paper.

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Oeko-Tex

standard 100 by oeko-tex®
certified textiles

Our textiles are tested to National Standards to
ensure the highest-quality products, and
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® labeled
upholstery and textiles take it even further.
These textiles have passed safety tests for
the presence of harmful substances,
so they
are better for you and your home. Over 200
Crate & Barrel products are OEKO-TEX®
certified
—from Crate & Kids collections to
best-selling sofas and bedding.

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Organic

certified organic cotton

Organic cotton is grown without chemicals or pesticides.
Compared to conventional cotton, it can reduce CO2 by
46%, energy consumption by 62% and irrigated water
consumption by 90%
. We’re committed to growing our
use of organic: We currently have close to 50% of certified
organic cotton
across our bed and bath assortment, and
aim to have a 100% organic collection in the future.

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Mindfully Made

green distribution
centers

We’re reducing the environmental impact
of our operations. The Green Building
Initiative awarded our Romeoville, Illinois,
distribution center Three Green Globes
Certification
for demonstrating leadership
in environmental efficiency. At our Tracy
location in California, we installed 100,000
square feet of solar panels
, moving the
building toward carbon-neutral operations.

community

We’re accountable to our community of associates,
customers and the people who make our products.

ethical production

We’ve adopted the amfori BSCI code of
conduct, which includes 11 principles
ranging from fair wages to health, safety and
environmental protections. We conduct
social audits to evaluate vendor compliance
with our code of conduct, and we’re
engaging our suppliers in continuous social
and environmental improvement.

diversity, equity & inclusion

We have a long history of women in leadership
from our founding in 1962, with over 65% of
CBH and store leaders identifying as women in
2021. We also advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion
and belonging to all, and have partnered with
the National Retail Foundation's Emerging
Leaders Program & Open to All's Mitigating
Racial Bias in Retail Charter.

craft communities

We’ve invested in long-term partnerships with U.S. upholsterers and manufacturers—including Design Foundry, our partner factory since their founding in 2018. Others include McCreary Modern, Shenandoah Furniture and Max Home in North Carolina, American Leather in Texas, and Skyline in Illinois.

giving back

We give back to impact peoples’ daily lives, raising
over $4.75M for Feeding America® to help fund
nearly 50M meals. We’ve donated $12M in
products to Good 360 to aid in disaster relief and
recovery, and we’ve invested over $100,000 in My
Block, My Hood, My City (M3)—partnering to
inspire youth and empower communities in
Chicago’s under-resourced neighborhoods.

commitments

We’re setting urgent 2025 goals with transparent tracking and
reporting, and these goals are just the beginning.

BY 2025

100% greenguard
gold certified

We’re growing our GREENGUARD Gold
Certified Crate & Kids furniture to 100%
by 2025—from dressers and beds to
cribs and bassinets. Screened for more
than 10,000 chemicals and emissions,
GREENGUARD Gold Certified furniture
contributes to cleaner air for kids and
their families.

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60% certified
preferred fibers

Climate action starts with the materials
we choose. To move toward a more
sustainable supply chain, we’re increasing
our use of organic, recycled and
responsible materials. We rely on the
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
and Textile Exchange Certification
Standards to define preferred fibers from
raw materials to final product.

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50% fsc®-
certified furniture

Wood is one of our key raw materials, so it
matters how we source it—for the climate
and our customers. Through our goal of
50% FSC-certified furniture by 2025,
we’re supporting the gold standard of
sustainable forest management while
working to halt and reverse degradation of
the world’s forests.

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Achievements

achievements

We’re proud of our values and what we’ve accomplished for our customers,
community and the environment. We’re working on even more to come.

Awards

2023 fsc® leadership
award winner

For our commitment to prioritizing the
well-being of people and the planet
through FSC®-certified furniture,
catalogs and product marketing.

2023 wood furniture
scorecard top scorer

An initiative of the National Wildlife Federation
and Sustainable Furnishings Council to recognize
companies that implement responsible wood
sourcing practices.

FSC Leadership Award
Top Scorecard

More about our fsc® leadership award

Leadership Award Video

FSC® N003465

Responsibly Designed Furniture & Earth-Friendly Textiles

Outfit your home with responsibly designed furniture and sustainable accents to create an eco-friendly living space. Environmentally-conscious furnishings come in a range of styles that suit your design preferences, from contemporary to mid-century modern. In the living room, opt for a sustainable sofa made with FSC-certified wood and organic upholstery fabric. A solid wood tv stand, coffee table or bookshelf serves as a natural complement to a sustainable GREENGUARD sofa. Once you've designed your lounge area, bring an eco-friendly touch to other rooms as well; consider a sustainable desk for the home office or a sustainable dining table in your eating area as furniture choices that are both practical and green.

Understanding Responsible Design Certifications

If you're looking to update bedding, linens or upholstery with a more sustainable option, consider choosing responsibly designed products and furniture certified to meet specific standards. Organic Cotton growing methods contribute to cleaner soil and water, while OEKO-TEX textiles and fabrics are certified to be free of over 350 substances. Pair with a sustainable bed frame made of responsibly-sourced wood to complete the setup. For children's rooms, GREENGUARD Gold kids' furniture is screened to reduce emissions in the home and provide better air quality in little ones' rooms. What's more, all of our kids' bedding options are made with organic cotton, making the choice between sustainability and style easy. Don't forget about your outdoor spaces as well; think sustainable patio furniture and outdoor dining sets made with FSC-certified teak, so you can enjoy the great outdoors while also protecting it with choices from responsibly managed forests. Whatever your decorating style, sustainable furniture is the socially responsible choice for every home.