Sustainable Product Series
Desks
At Dodds and Shute, we care deeply about understanding our supply chain – how furniture products are made, where, out of what materials and by whom. In 2018, we launched our supplier sustainability audit. We have now gathered data on over 225 FF&E manufacturers’ practices. Suppliers who score above 70% are considered on our sustainability ranking list.
Here are some of the desks from our sustainable suppliers that we’ve been using on our projects lately.
Hi-Lo Desk, by Rawside
Founded in 2014, Rawside designs durable, sustainably sourced office furniture, with UK-based manufacturing that minimises waste. The company, B Corp certified in 2023, is carbon neutral and integrates sustainability at every level. They use timber waste for factory heating and incorporate recycled materials like Rawcore, while ensuring their linoleum is biodegradable and steel is 100% recyclable. With a focus on longevity, Rawside continues to offer eco-conscious solutions for modern workplaces.
Whether you’re sitting back to reflect or standing up to energise, the Hi-Lo Desk effortlessly adjusts your posture at the touch of a button.
▪ Sustainably sourced timber.
▪ Low VOC finish.
▪ Recycled content & 100% recyclable.
▪ Repair / remanufacture programme.
▪ E1 & Blue Angel certified panels, for low formaldehyde.
▪ Made in the UK.
We loved using the Hi-Lo desk at the MYO Kings Cross Landsec project.
Photography by Max Brook
Blade Table, by Thinking Works
Founded in 1984 as Australia’s first designer and manufacturer of height-adjustable desks, Thinking Works has built a reputation for inventive, high-quality furniture rooted in curiosity and innovation. Since introducing an environmental management system in 2006, the company has reduced carbon emissions by 59% and waste by 9.3%. Their product-design strategy emphasises durability, disassembly for recycling, low-toxicity materials, and recycled content, creating furniture that combines environmental responsibility with refined workplace aesthetics.
The Blade Table’s endless configurations promote flexibility, longevity, and reduced material waste.
▪ GECA and AFRDI GreenTick certified.
▪ Modular components minimise replacements and enable easy re-configuration for future use.
▪ Designed for disassembly and recyclability.
We recently used the Blade Table at the new Virgin head office, Whitfield Studio.
Photography by Amy Heycock
Canteen XL Modular Desk, by Very Good & Proper
Very Good & Proper operates with a "sustainability through longevity" philosophy, focusing on durable, repairable products to reduce waste and preserve resources. They integrate sustainability into their operations, using 100% renewable energy in factories and sourcing materials responsibly in the UK and Hungary. As FISP members they emphasise durability, repairability, and waste reduction. The Latte Chair is a good example of this philosophy, featuring a biocomposite shell of hemp and 100% recycled plastic, which reduces its CO2 footprint by 85% compared to standard plastic chairs.
The Canteen XL Modular Desk is designed with longevity and environmental responsibility in mind, available in a wide range colours and solid timber finishes.
▪ Sustainably sourced timber.
▪ Low VOC finish, for improved indoor air quality.
▪ Recycled content.
▪ Made in the UK.
See more from our 80 Goswell Road project where we used the Canteen XL Modular Desk.
Photography by Jack Hobhouse
FLX Desk, by Rawside
Founded in 2014, Rawside designs durable, sustainably sourced office furniture, with UK-based manufacturing that minimises waste. The company, B Corp certified in 2023, is carbon neutral and integrates sustainability at every level. They use timber waste for factory heating and incorporate recycled materials like Rawcore, while ensuring their linoleum is biodegradable and steel is 100% recyclable. With a focus on longevity, Rawside continues to offer eco-conscious solutions for modern workplaces.
The FLX Desk combines robust strength for any workspace task with the versatility to adjust seamlessly to changing requirements.
▪ Sustainably sourced timber.
▪ Low VOC finish.
▪ Recycled content & 100% recyclable.
▪ E1& Blue Angel certified panels, for low formaldehyde.
▪ Made in the UK.
We recently used the FLX desk at the British Land Norton Folgate project.
Photography by Amy Heycock
Photography copyright: Max Brook ; Amy Heycock ; Jack Hobhouse