From the Forest
A quiet revolution is taking root on the forest floor of Guyana.
Artisans, rural and Amerindian communities are reclaiming what is left behind from our sustainable forestry practices; tree stumps, abandoned pieces and sawmill off-cuts. These overlooked fragments, once destined for decay or firewood, are being reimagined as objects of beauty and function: furniture, household items, turnery goods and live-edge slabs.
There is a traceable narrative for each item, grounded in real places, real people, and a respect for traditional knowledge. Embedded QR codes open digital storybooks, introducing the artisan and confirming the chain of provenance that follows the journey of each piece, from FSC™ certified logs felled within sustainable forestry concessions in Guyana to you.
What we offer
Forest Floor Finds
Naturally fallen or storm-downed trees transformed into unique woodcrafts and slabs.
Sawmill Byproducts
Reclaimed off-cuts and waste given new life through thoughtful design and skilled hands.
Live Edge Slabs
Guyana produces an amazing variety of wood species with varying colours, textures and natural beauty
The project is ambitious in its commitments: it centres small community enterprises, invests in training and capacity-building for rural producers; and adheres to a no-deforestation model that prioritises natural regeneration and the use of lesser-known species.
All products are harvested in line with FSC™ standards, with respect for natural regeneration and carbon-positive practices. Each piece supports Reduced Impact Logging and community-driven forests
Crafted in the Community
Craftsman: Bobel
A master joiner with over 40 years honing skills in traditional techniques, he brings time-tested methods to life in each joint, frame, and finish. Bobel runs an apprenticeship program in his community to share his knowledge with the next generation of craftsmen and women. No shortcuts. Just skill, patience, and precision.
Purpleheart Door Wedge
Bobel’s preference is working with community forest wood or reclaimed timber. In this case, FSC™ certified Purpleheart off-cuts from our milling process. He wanted to make a simple, elegant form that would best showcase the stunning colour and grain of Purpleheart.
Enjoy your unique craft product and thank you for supporting small community enterprises and sustainable forestry.