The inspiration was to marry Edward and Justin’s skill-sets, which dovetail so well. The mission was to create modern furniture with clean lines, and a natural, organic spirit. This philosophy became known as Square Roots.
They are inspired by mid-twentieth century designers, in particular master craftsmen such as Hans Wegner and George Nakashima.
Using natural forms and embracing the characteristics of solid hardwood, many designs include the natural ‘live’ or ‘waney’ edges of the tree and use large sections of timber. All of them incorporate variations in grain, colour and texture
‘Keeping designs simple and light is the most effective way to spotlight the soul of the tree. By balancing the flowing beauty of nature with finely engineered structures we can showcase man’s understanding of the rational and the aesthetic’ – JUSTIN

‘It’s inspiring to think that hardwood has been used as a building material since the dawn of time and the joinery techniques we use follow a tradition dating back hundreds of years. Today it’s still one of the most ecologically sound and beautiful of materials to use’ – EDWARD