SLOWE Living® is an independent lifestyle and design company founded in London in 2019, designing and manufacturing made-to-order furniture in England through small-scale, fair production.
About Us
We work closely with design-focused homeowners to create bespoke seating, interiors and kitchens inspired by European modernism, Japanese construction, and timeless design references, such as the Bauhaus and Danish & American mid-century design.
Our pieces blend a timeless 20th-century aesthetic appeal, but with 21st-century functionality. Always constructed from high-quality materials to ensure exceptional lasting design and craftsmanship in every project. Write to us.
Our Story
SLOWE Living began during the pandemic when our founder Oliver Murphy, an Industrial and Graphic designer, returned to working more with his hands to solve a personal furniture challenge that he couldn't find a solution for: creating an attractive, durable, and functional sofa bed for his small, multifunctional space.
Using his art direction background, the company aesthetic draws on Oliver's experiences living in Tokyo, Copenhagen and Switzerland, combined with a deep love for records, subculture, 1970s LA mid-century Modernism, and 1990s Japanese industrial design. Read the full story
Our Production
Instead of overproducing, we focus on crafting timeless, functional products designed to accompany you throughout life, eliminating the need for multiple temporary solutions. By producing in manageable quantities, we ensure each item serves as a lifelong investment.
Collaborating with partners who value a mindful business approach and prioritise quality craftsmanship, we manufacture our products just 200 meters from one of Cornwall's best surf breaks, reflecting a more gentle approach to manufacturing (and living) amongst our hyper-paced world. More about sustainability
Why SLOWE Living?
More and more of us feel exhausted by the relentless pace of modern life, where rest is rare, and society measures worth by constant busyness, leaving us feeling guilty for slowing down.
We hope to redefine comfort in design by embracing a gentler approach to manufacturing and living. Inspired by architects, artists, surfers, and thinkers across counter-culture who followed their intuition, we share stories of those who choose a more relaxed and fulfilling path in work and life on their own terms.
