Women-led and wholly independent, Cuff Studio was founded in 2008 by California creatives Wendy Schwartz and Kristi Bender. The self-funded company works from a Los Angeles workroom, where its small all-female team hand-produces sculptural furnishings for residential, hospitality, and commercial projects.
CIX DirectFamily-owned and woman-owned, CIX Direct was founded in 2010 by Matt and Terri Babcock, whose experience in furniture finishing and wood coatings shapes the company’s work. From its Ohio base, CIX Direct creates one-of-a-kind, American-made furnishings for hospitality and design clients, turning a rough sketch into a finished piece without relying on a standard catalog.WILMOT, OH
Lizzie FortunatoFounded in New York City in 2008 by twin sisters Lizzie and Kathryn Fortunato, Lizzie Fortunato creates hand-crafted statement jewelry and accessories designed to tell a story. A 14-person Soho studio designs and assembles many styles locally, working with a network of New York makers and a small team of home-based jewelry assemblers. Inspired by travel, fine art, and architecture, the company produces in limited quantities and treats its creations as art objects as well as pieces to wear.NEW YORK, NY
ROOMFounded in 1998 by husband-and-wife team Amy Crain and Shawn Miller, ROOM creates bespoke furniture and lighting while curating work from celebrated independent designers. Its New York workrooms make custom upholstery and cabinetry to order, and its single-partner approach helps architects and interior designers coordinate both signature pieces and tailored projects. Now in its 26th year, ROOM pairs design-led furnishings with unusually personal project support.NEW YORK, NY
Rowan WoodworkFounded in 2014 by Suzanne Walton, Rowan Woodwork is a queer- and women-owned Kingston, New York studio that designs, builds, and installs handcrafted custom cabinetry and furniture. Its design-led team combines traditional and modern woodworking techniques with a collaborative process for homeowners, architects, contractors, and designers. Rowan also operates a nearly 10,000-square-foot former auto-body shop as a certified green business and hosts free, inclusive community gatherings centered on Japanese hand-planing.KINGSTON, NY