April 8, 2025

B Corp Brands Are Creating Design for a Fairer World

There was a time when conscientious consumers felt satisfied knowing that their recent furniture purchase was made with rapidly renewable materials in a place that used environmentally responsible processes. But today, there’s much more to consider than just energy use and carbon footprint, whether it’s how the manufacturer treats its workers or if the company practices fair trade in the region where it operates. Fortunately, there’s a certification that makes looking for brands that check all the right boxes simpler. B Corp–certified companies are mission-driven businesses that balance purpose with profit. To achieve this third-party designation, manufacturers provide full disclosure of equitable practices on every front, from social to environmental. Here is a handful of residential products from some of our favorite B Corp design brands.