Meet The Makers
Celebrating the studios and artisans who create beauty through purpose and presence.
WORDS Elissa Rose
At WLLW, we look to makers whose work is shaped by intention; studios and artisans who honor material integrity, thoughtful design and the quiet stories behind each piece. These are brands connected not only by what they create, but by how they create – with care for craft, respect for natural materials and a belief that beauty and wellbeing are inseparable. Together, they form a collection defined by purpose and presence.
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Photo courtesy of August Sandgren |
August Sandgren
August Sandgren carries forward a Danish bookbinding tradition that dates back to the early 20th century. The studio’s work remains rooted in the values of its namesake – clarity of form, honest materials and a commitment to pieces that support a calmer, more ordered life. Today, they create handcrafted boxes, trays and accessories using OEKO-TEX-certified materials, each one measured, and finished with an attention to detail that reflects the company’s heritage in fine craftsmanship.
What distinguishes August Sandgren is its quiet functionality. Every piece is designed with purpose, intended to help people organize their spaces in a way that feels intuitive and grounding. Their collaborations with contemporary designers bring subtle modernity to a historic art, while their production remains small-scale and material-led. The result is an evolving collection of objects that age gracefully, gather character over time and bring a sense of ease to daily rituals.
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The Uma Wall Sconce by Fells Andes. Photo courtesy Fells Andes |
Luft Baby Alpaca throw by Fells Andes. Photo courtesy Fells Andes |
Fells Andes
Fells Andes is guided by a belief in calm, enduring design, expressed through natural materials and a commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship. While known for their soft, grounding alpaca textiles, one of their most meaningful pieces is the Uma Sconce, a candleholder shaped as much by story as by form.
Its origins began years ago, when a client gifted the founders a trip to Copenhagen. There, they fell in love with Danish design and began collecting vintage brass sconces, one of which traveled with them to a Shoppe Object exhibition. Visitors responded so strongly to its quiet beauty that Fells Andes created a modern interpretation, which is heavier, more refined and crafted entirely from solid unlacquered brass in India.
Soon after its release, the studio received an unexpected message from Christian Westergaard of Søe Jensen, the Danish company that had made the original 19th-century piece. A serendipitous connection, and the beginning of a future collaboration.
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Palmarosa & Vetiver Hand Soap by Austin Austin. Photo courtesy Austin Austin |
Cedar Atlas & Ylang Ylang Soap by Austin Austin. Photo courtesy Austin Austin |
Austin Austin
Founded by father-and-daughter team Richard and Bessie Austin, Austin Austin brings a deeply considered approach to everyday care. Based in Norfolk, UK, the brand blends certified organic ingredients with a quiet artistic sensibility, creating products that feel as nourishing to use as they are gentle on the body. Their formulations are made without GM ingredients, parabens, SLS, artificial colors or synthetic fragrances, relying instead on plant extracts, essential oils and botanicals chosen for purity and efficacy.
Each bottle is a small study in craft. Scents are composed with clarity, textures developed for comfort, and labels designed in collaboration with contemporary artists. Austin Austin’s commitment extends beyond formulation, they use recycled and recyclable materials wherever possible and work with suppliers who share their environmental values. The result is a collection of soaps, creams and self care products that elevate the day to day, reminding us that wellbeing can be cultivated through moments of quiet attention.
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Matryoshka Acorn by Raduga Grëz. Photo courtesy Raduga Grëz |
City in a Box Building Blocks by Raduga Grëz. Photo courtesy Raduga Grëz |
Raduga Grëz
Hailing from Russia’s Caucasus region, Raduga Grëz is a family-run studio that creates wooden toys which celebrate color, imagination and the natural world. Their pieces are designed to be open-ended – objects that can become anything in a child’s hands, encouraging creative play rather than prescribing outcomes. Every toy is carved from solid wood, hand-painted with non-toxic water-based dyes, and finished without varnish so the natural grain remains visible and tactile.
Rooted in nature and simplicity, the brand draws inspiration from mountains, stones, trees and everyday landscapes. This grounding in the natural world invites children to develop a sense of closeness to their environment while cultivating sensory awareness through touch and texture. Production is small-batch, with each piece hand-finished by artisans, resulting in toys that carry the warmth and individuality of true craft. Beautiful, durable and thoughtfully made, Raduga Grëz toys are heirlooms that support gentle, imaginative play.
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The Pill Container by Remsen. Photo courtesy of Remsen |
Remsen's Pill Container. Photo courtesy of Remsen |
Remsen
Remsen is a design studio dedicated to enhancing comfort and independence through thoughtful product innovation. Focused primarily on senior living, the brand creates daily-use objects that feel intuitive, dignified and beautifully made. Their philosophy is focused on human-centered design – understanding the needs of older adults, reducing friction in everyday tasks and honoring the idea that supportive products should also be aesthetically considered.
Working closely with care professionals, residents and family members, Remsen develops pieces that blend ergonomics with warmth. Materials are chosen for durability and sensory ease, while their design language remains calm, modern and unobtrusive. Each product reflects a desire to improve quality of life through subtle interventions that respect both functionality and the emotional experience of the user. In a sector where design is often overlooked, Remsen brings empathy, craft and a renewed sense of beauty.
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Tile Throw in Stone designed by John Pawson for Teixidors. Photo courtesy of Teixidors |
Pádua Throw by Teixidors. Photo courtesy of Teixidors |
Teixidors
Teixidors is a Barcelona-based cooperative weaving studio where craftsmanship and social impact are inseparable. Founded in 1983, the company was built around a mission to create meaningful employment for people with intellectual disabilities, offering training in traditional hand-loom weaving and long-term support within a nurturing workshop environment.
Their textiles, such as blankets, throws, scarves and home accessories, are woven entirely by hand on wooden looms, using premium natural fibers such as Merino wool, cashmere, linen and yak. This manual process gives each piece its own rhythm, irregularity and quiet depth, qualities impossible to replicate through industrial production.
Teixidors works directly with small farms and fiber producers, prioritizing traceability and environmental care. Their color palette is intentionally soft, drawn from undyed fibers or sustainable dyes, allowing the material itself to lead. The result is a collection that reflects both exceptional craftsmanship and a profoundly human story.
Discover these makers and their collections at the WLLW Shop.
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Inna, founder of Raduga Grëz. Photo courtesy of Raduga Grëz |
Austin Austin founders, father & daughter Richard & Bessie. Photo courtesy of Austin Austin |
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Sam Zeif and Spencer Fried, founders of Remsen in Brooklyn. Photo courtesy of Remsen |
Modern day August Sandgren founded by Pia Kirkeskov Andersen. Photo courtesy of August Sandgren |
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Fells Andes Founders Courtney & James Trump. Photo courtesy of Fells Andes |
Feature Image: courtesy of Teixidors
Photography: August Sandgren, Fells Andes, Austin Austin, Raduga Grëz, Remsen, Teixidors
