Von Holzhausen is a science and research-backed 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 |
| Founder | Vicki von Holzhausen |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, CA |
| Products | Liquidplant, Banbū, Replant, Technik, Struktur |
| Website | vonholzhausen |
History edit
Von Holzhausen was founded in Malibu in 2015 by former automotive designer Vicki von Holzhausen.[3]
The company started out by developing its materials for handbags and other accessories. Today, it supplies plant-based textiles to a variety of industries including fashion, furniture, aerospace, and automotive.[3]
The company has partnered with corporations such as Apple to create product ranges sold worldwide.[4] Spanish automaker Cupra to create a custom interior for a show car, which debuted at the IAA Mobility show in 2023.[3]
In 2022, von Holzhausen announced a partnership with Nanollose, to develop a leather alternative made from microbial cellulose.[5]
Technology edit
The company's technologies range from plant-based leather alternatives to biodegradable topcoats.[6]
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.[4]
von Holzhausen has been recognized in the SEAL Business Sustainability Awards [7], Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas[8] and Innovation by Design Awards [9], INC's Female Founder Awards [10], and Core77 Design Awards [11] for its innovative technologies.
Products edit
The company currently has five commercially available innovations including Technik, Banbū, Struktur, Liquidplant, and Replant.[3]
It also offers its own line of accessories at vonholzhausen.com.
Collaborations edit
In 2022 von Holzhausen worked with Unplugged Performance to create a custom car for The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.[12]
They have also partnered with French brand Lola James Harper to create a candle inspired by their material Banbū.[13]
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.
- ^ a b "#EarthDay - Vegan Leather & Plant-Based Topcoat: Changing the Supply Chain - Vicki von Holzhausen". The NewsMarket. 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.
- ^ Parker, Lauren (2023-11-13). "ESG Outlook: Vicki von Holzhausen on Bringing Vegan Leathers to Scale". Sourcing Journal. Retrieved 2024-03-26.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Knick, Shelby. "New Tesla Exhibit Opens At The Petersen Automotive Museum: Discover The Making Of An Icon". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ^ "Lola James Harper and von Holzhausen Unveils Banbū Leather Candle Collab". Hypebeast. 2022-11-15. Retrieved 2024-03-29.