Hanneke Lourens is a California-based, South African furniture designer who produces her studio collections as well as one-of-a-kind custom work. Her knowledge and skills from years of study at a traditional woodworking school have evolved into a contemporary practice, where she creates sculptural pieces intended for daily use. Working from a renovated cow barn on the Mendocino Coast, she makes each item by hand, always keeping its longevity front of mind.

Previously a fashion designer in London, Hanneke felt drawn to the utility and timelessness of high-quality furniture. Switching mediums and continents, she now designs and makes thoughtful objects for the home. Although she's lived in the US for over a decade, Hanneke still feels very connected to her homeland. She draws endless inspiration from her roots, always weaving the spirit and vibrancy of Africa into her work.