von Holzhausen is a textile material innovation company based in Los Angeles, California.[1] The company uses plants, recycled fibers, and biodegradable materials to create sustainable materials at scale.[2]
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Biotechnology, Material Science, Fashion, Automotive, Furniture, Aerospace |
| Founder | Vicki von Holzhausen |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, CA |
| Products | Liquidplant, Banbū, Replant, Technik, Struktur |
| Website | vonholzhausen |
History
editvon Holzhausen was founded in Malibu in 2015 by former automotive designer Vicki von Holzhausen, spouse of Tesla chief designer Franz von Holzhausen.[3]
The company began by developing materials for handbags and other accessories. Today[update] it supplies plant-based textiles to a variety of industries including fashion, furniture, aerospace, and automotive.[3]
Products
editThe company's technologies range from plant-based leather alternatives to biodegradable topcoats.[4] Notable developments include Liquidplant, a 100 percent plant-based performance topcoat that replaces petroleum versions,[3] and a biodegradation technology that allows materials to break down in a landfill condition.[5]
The company has five commercially available products including Technik, Banbū, Struktur, Liquidplant, and Replant.[3] It also offers its own line of accessories.
Collaborations
editThe company has partnered with corporations such as Apple and Dell to create product ranges sold worldwide.[5] They have also worked with automakers such as Cupra[3] to create custom sports car interiors, and French brand Lola James Harper to design a candle inspired by their materials.[6]
In 2022, von Holzhausen announced a partnership with Nanollose, to develop a leather alternative made from microbial cellulose.[7] The same year, the company created a custom Tesla Model S Plaid for The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.[8]
In July 2024, von Holzhausen’s material Banbū became available on The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller.[9]
Awards
editvon Holzhausen has been recognized in the SEAL Business Sustainability Awards,[10] Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas,[11] Innovation by Design Awards,[12] INC's Female Founder Awards,[13] and Core77 Design Awards.[14]
References
edit- ^ "Liquidplant - by von Holzhausen Team / Core77 Design Awards". Core77. Retrieved 2024-03-26.
- ^ Parker, Lauren (2023-11-13). "ESG Outlook: Vicki von Holzhausen on Bringing Vegan Leathers to Scale". Sourcing Journal. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ a b c d e Lienert, Paul (December 6, 2023). "Want greener EVs? Add plant-based 'leather' says designer Vicki von Holzhausen". Reuters.
- ^ Parker, Lauren (2023-11-13). "ESG Outlook: Vicki von Holzhausen on Bringing Vegan Leathers to Scale". Sourcing Journal. Retrieved 2024-03-26.
- ^ a b "#EarthDay - Vegan Leather & Plant-Based Topcoat: Changing the Supply Chain - Vicki von Holzhausen". The NewsMarket. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ "Lola James Harper and von Holzhausen Unveils Banbū Leather Candle Collab". Hypebeast. 2022-11-15. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ "Nanollose and von Holzhausen Collaborate to Develop Biodegradable Vegan Leather - vegconomist - the vegan business magazine". vegconomist.com. 2022-05-06. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ Knick, Shelby. "New Tesla Exhibit Opens At The Petersen Automotive Museum: Discover The Making Of An Icon". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ Snelling, Grace (2024-07-24). "The iconic Eames Lounge Chair now comes in vegan leather".
- ^ Harney, Matt (2023-05-16). "ESG Leaders Recognized At 2023 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards". SEAL Awards. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ Peters, Adele (2024-05-14). "These 16 ideas are helping to make sustainability a reality".
- ^ "Innovation by Design 2023".
- ^ "Inc. Female Founders 250".
- ^ "Liquidplant - by von Holzhausen Team / Core77 Design Awards". Core77. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
