Furniture

Our unique furniture is mainly imported from India, Thailand or Java. The Root furniture from Northern Thailand, features unique handcrafted pieces made from salvaged tree roots, particularly Teak, Monkeywood or Rosewood. Local artisans in regions like Chiang Mai create one of a kind consol tables, stools and sculptures highlighting the natural, raw character of the wood. The dense, durable items are frequently finished with wax or polish to showcase intricate grain patterns. Because each root system is shaped by nature, no two pieces are identical. Artisans often follow the natural curves of the wood to create organic, structural forms. These pieces are suitable for outside use, but in our harsh NZ sun, you will need to keep them waxed, or polyurethane them to keep their colour, otherwise over time they will turn a natural silvery- grey color.
Our Indian furniture is mostly all pre-loved furniture from old havelis and ancestral homes in Rajasthan and is 80-100 years old. It often features intricate, hand chiseled detailing on solid woods like Teak, Sheesham and Mango. They are all restored to preserve their original patina and joinery. A small amount of the Indian furniture is newly made, but from old, reclaimed wood and old carved pieces from demolished buildings. These pieces of furniture bring a sense of character, that is hard to replicate with mass produced items.