Rattan’s here to stay. Unsurprisingly, it emerged in the 70s in chairs, baskets and mainly in outdoor furniture due to its strength and durability. Today it emerged from the ashes as a phoenix, which became an absolute trend in decoration and which also passed to the interior in all kinds of pieces, from more worked and bold to the simplest.

Rattan is a plant fiber of the Calamos Rotana palm tree, originating from Asia and Oceania. It is a malleable fiber, light and quite resistant, making it one of the best options of natural fibers for making furniture and objects. Allowing the production of numerous items, from chairs, armchairs, coffee tables, side tables and sofas, as well as baskets, boxes, trays and other functional and decorative objects. Its manual technique of interlaced natural fibers, in addition to adding texture, also adds history and richness to the spaces.

The rattan also has the characteristic of being sustainable, since the plant has a growth similar to the vines, rising and suffocating the other species. Thus, being removed from nature is beneficial, as it allows the plants around them to live. In the 1970s, it arose with the need for society to rapprochement with nature. This trend that now emerges is very similar to that of the 1970s, when the concept of sustainability emerged in the world. But today, in addition to preserving nature, there is also a need to reconnect deeply with it.

One of the brands that perfectly conveys this trend is Hkliving.

Emiel Hetsen, one of the founders of the brand was a professional buyer of antiques who supplied the world with the most unique and beautiful pieces and putting them in projects throughout Europe. In 2008 demand for vintage furniture and lighting was at the top of demand, and Emiel began looking for alternatives to provide larger quantities and more options for its customer base. He contacted his childhood friend Sander Klaver, who worked in international trade, to help him create collection of various items in Asia. This is how Hkliving was born. From day one Hkliving is a great success and today is present in 70 countries around the world.