Hogla
Hogla is a type of grass that abundantly grows in Bangladesh and is used as a material for baskets, cushions and placemats. Hogla grass regularly causes problems near the shores as it can overgrow whole harbors, rivers and ponds. This material is considered a weed and the local villagers remove it. If it is not used for home décor products, the plant will decompose in the soil or be used as firewood for daily cooking.
Sustainable & local sourcing
The wild plantation of Hogla grass is located about 20km from the workshop, where the material is being processed. The weed grass grows naturally without the need for additional irrigation since the land is either flooded or wet. Additional pesticides, fertilizers or other toxins or not necessary as it is fast-growing and quickly renewable. The local villagers must harvest it at least twice a year. This material has a low footprint on this planet as it is produced on a non-industrial scale.
Environmentally friendly production
The entire production process of Hogla is completely executed by hand and without the use of electricity or other fuels. Villagers cut the Hogla with simple tools and dry it in the sun. The dried leaves are braided or twisted into rope, mostly by women working from home. Afterward, the ropes are collected and brought to the workshop where they are braided into baskets.
Creating job opportunities
From harvesting until the end product, the entire process is executed by hand and/or with the support of simple traditional tools. Multple people have to be involved, which means more jobs and income for the rural communities.
The locals benefit from the fields as they help them to create job opportunities for almost a whole village. Usually one group is responsible for producing the rope out of the Hogla fibre and another one further processes them into handwoven products. Especially women are working in the Hogla manufacturing which enables them to provide their families with an additional income.
Other Materials & Production
Nature is at the origin of the originalhome collection. To minimize a negative impact on our eco-system we solely use natural, organic, biodegradable, non-toxic and eco-friendly materials and/or materials that would otherwise be considered as waste. The products have been sourced and produced with the lowest environmental impact possible.
