Urban Woods is a Los Angeles furniture manufacturer that uses only reclaimed timber from local sources. By using timber from old buildings, the company takes advantage of the beauty and strength of wood that’s been “seasoned in sunny Southern California for decades, giving the wood unparalleled stability and resistance to future distortion or structural movement.” Urban Woods also contributes to reducing the waste stream and minimizing fossil fuel use, since all their products are manufactured in Los Angeles.

Wilcox Collection. Manufactured by Urban Woods.

Vintage Wood Meets Modern Design

The company’s Wilcox Collection melds vintage material with modern design. The furniture maintains clean lines and simple forms, although the manufacturing process complicates the look because the wood is assembled in a patchwork pattern. All Wilcox pieces are supported by brushed steel legs welded in Los Angeles and are finished with water-based, non-toxic stain and low-VOC acrylic.

The Wilcox platform bed can be appreciated from any angle, making it a great piece to float in an open bedroom or studio. Or place the headboard against a brick or painted wall to create a interesting textural contrast. Both the nightstand and the dresser revel in their boxiness, though their shapes are tempered by the four smooth, slender steel legs. All Wilcox pieces illustrate the beauty of reclaimed wood with their tight growth rings and aged patina.

About the Manufacturer: Los Angeles-based furniture company Urban Woods uses only reclaimed wood in the products they build. Taken from local, vintage buildings that are slated to be torn down, the timber dates from 50-100 years ago. By repurposing reclaimed wood, Urban Woods is able to use a beautiful material without affecting the current forestation of the planet. The company handmakes everything in California, using water-based, non-toxic stains and an environmentally conscious manufacturing process.