Our Story
Our furniture began with a thought, and a vision. Deborah Norwood, designer, found herself
unable to continue in her lifelong career as an educator. When she fractured her back and was forced
to retire from teaching, she knew she had a lot more in life to give. Her true avocation was interior
design, and one day she sat down and began to draw sketches of furniture. She had a design in
mind, knew she wanted furniture that was made from natural products, "green", sustainable, healthy,
yet durable and affordable. Taking into consideration depth, height, width, and slant, she finished
her drawings and was ready to find a manufacturer to make her furniture, in hopes of bringing her
own designs to homes across America.
Her search took her to many countries over a period of two years, but she finally
found a wonderful man near Bali who listened to her every detail and specification. She finally
began to see her efforts unfold.
Deborah wanted her furniture to be functional and to fit into both small and large spaces.
She wanted it to be interchangeable, so that her customers could rearrange the pieces,
split the sectional units around in a room. With this in mind, she knew her customers could
then create a loveseat with 2 corner chairs, or a large sectional with a combination of corner
chairs and armless chairs. With the a combination of all armless chairs one could create a totally
new and contemporary look. One corner chair and 2 armless chairs could be made into a chaise
lounge. Versatility was paramount. Today Ms. Norwood's furniture is in hotel lobbies and guest
suites and in adorable condominiums.
ABOUT OUR FURNITURE:
This incredibly beautiful seagrass furniture is made to last. The base is made of kiln-dried
hardwood. About the time wooden furniture leaves the tropics it cracks and breaks without the
"kiln-drying" process. The wooden frame is wrapped with a chunky knit-weave of water hyacinth reeds.
To ensure protection and durability of the seagrass, Deborah found that the best protection was the
applicatipn of 2 coats of clear lacquer to the finish of the seagrass and wood. The decks of the chairs
have woven rubber straps to ensure a soft and comfortable cushioned feel!
Cleaning the furniture is easy as well. With a soft, damp cloth the water hyacinth seagrass can be
wiped down. The slipcovers are zippered and can be removed for laundering in a cold water, delicate
cycle, air dried, and then reapplied to the cushions.
The fabric used is made of 100% cotton twill with stain guard and treated with an eco-friendly water
repellent solution, and is of upolstery grade quality. Five inch deep and comfortable seat cushions
are built with foam, layers and domed on the top. Each sectional chair comes with 2 [20"] scatter
pillows. Everything from top to bottom displays high-end boutique quality furniture.
Many of Deborah's customers have been happy with their furniture because it is healthy,
natural, and beautiful. Testimonials are received daily expressing that the furniture exceeds their
expectations. Our customers can feel a sense of pride, when they can tell their family and friends
they have purchased with our mother earth in mind. Certified as 90% Organic by the manufacturer, this
natural fiber has been claimed by some to actually energize the body.
Deborah hopes you will enjoy her furniture. She is thankful and feels truly blessed that she can bring
the look and feel of stated casual elegance to many homes and offices throughout the United States
and Canada.
Our furniture began with a thought, and a vision. Deborah Norwood, designer, found herself
unable to continue in her lifelong career as an educator. When she fractured her back and was forced
to retire from teaching, she knew she had a lot more in life to give. Her true avocation was interior
design, and one day she sat down and began to draw sketches of furniture. She had a design in
mind, knew she wanted furniture that was made from natural products, "green", sustainable, healthy,
yet durable and affordable. Taking into consideration depth, height, width, and slant, she finished
her drawings and was ready to find a manufacturer to make her furniture, in hopes of bringing her
own designs to homes across America.
Her search took her to many countries over a period of two years, but she finally
found a wonderful man near Bali who listened to her every detail and specification. She finally
began to see her efforts unfold.
Deborah wanted her furniture to be functional and to fit into both small and large spaces.
She wanted it to be interchangeable, so that her customers could rearrange the pieces,
split the sectional units around in a room. With this in mind, she knew her customers could
then create a loveseat with 2 corner chairs, or a large sectional with a combination of corner
chairs and armless chairs. With the a combination of all armless chairs one could create a totally
new and contemporary look. One corner chair and 2 armless chairs could be made into a chaise
lounge. Versatility was paramount. Today Ms. Norwood's furniture is in hotel lobbies and guest
suites and in adorable condominiums.
ABOUT OUR FURNITURE:
This incredibly beautiful seagrass furniture is made to last. The base is made of kiln-dried
hardwood. About the time wooden furniture leaves the tropics it cracks and breaks without the
"kiln-drying" process. The wooden frame is wrapped with a chunky knit-weave of water hyacinth reeds.
To ensure protection and durability of the seagrass, Deborah found that the best protection was the
applicatipn of 2 coats of clear lacquer to the finish of the seagrass and wood. The decks of the chairs
have woven rubber straps to ensure a soft and comfortable cushioned feel!
Cleaning the furniture is easy as well. With a soft, damp cloth the water hyacinth seagrass can be
wiped down. The slipcovers are zippered and can be removed for laundering in a cold water, delicate
cycle, air dried, and then reapplied to the cushions.
The fabric used is made of 100% cotton twill with stain guard and treated with an eco-friendly water
repellent solution, and is of upolstery grade quality. Five inch deep and comfortable seat cushions
are built with foam, layers and domed on the top. Each sectional chair comes with 2 [20"] scatter
pillows. Everything from top to bottom displays high-end boutique quality furniture.
Many of Deborah's customers have been happy with their furniture because it is healthy,
natural, and beautiful. Testimonials are received daily expressing that the furniture exceeds their
expectations. Our customers can feel a sense of pride, when they can tell their family and friends
they have purchased with our mother earth in mind. Certified as 90% Organic by the manufacturer, this
natural fiber has been claimed by some to actually energize the body.
Deborah hopes you will enjoy her furniture. She is thankful and feels truly blessed that she can bring
the look and feel of stated casual elegance to many homes and offices throughout the United States
and Canada.
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