Banyan Trading Co. Brings Eco-Friendly Designs to High Point

March 19, 2007  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in High Point on March 2007 Banyan Trading Co. Inc., an Atlanta-based importer of eco-friendly case goods, upholstery, accent furniture and accessories, will make its debut at the High Point Market next week in the Commerce & Design Building, Space 4-P.

The company was launched last fall by Bill Grace, formerly vice president of merchandising for Storehouse Inc.; and co-founder Donna Lindahl, formerly Storehouse director of inventory.

Banyan designs and imports style-driven home furnishings made of mostly natural, renewable or sustainable materials. Dense hardwoods in rich, warm finishes are selected for interesting grain characteristics, and are kiln-dried to reduce splitting and cracking.

“We are presenting a fresh approach to creating home furnishings solutions,” said Grace, president. “Our designs are emotionally compelling, inspired by the past with a focus on the future and the aesthetics of life – enjoyment, health and the comfort of good design.”

Grace acknowledged that the eco-friendly materials often cost more.

“We believe that managing a forest versus clear cutting a forest is the right approach,” he said. “Using organic cotton eliminates the use of pesticides on acres of land. Water-based, formaldehyde-free lacquer is sprayed in water-washed recycling booths. Glues do not include volatile organic compounds and are biodegradable.”

Banyan will be open daily during regular Market hours and will serve Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream 2-5 p.m., Wednesday of market.