THE WORLD IN LEATHER

With a rich 25-year journey in the leather industry, Eva Barbara Bongard has been at the forefront of marrying aesthetics with sustainability. Founding TWIL (The World In Leather) in August 2019, Barbara has redefined the use of leather in interior decor, emphasizing its unique beauty and advocating for the use of natural, sustainable materials. Barbara’s passion lies in supporting transforming everyday spaces into works of art, while maintaining a deep commitment to environmental responsibility and the well-being of our planet. A visionary in the truest sense, Eva Barbara is dedicated to enlightening others about the sustainable potential of leather, bridging the gap between luxury and eco-conscious living.

MY KEY TAKEAWAYS

🔥 If you throw away the hinds, yes they are decomposable, but they still emit gasses.

🔥 The entire manufacturing processes in the leather industry can in fact be completly sustainable or it can not, depending on the choice of the manufacturer. So do your due diligence

🔥 Communication around the sustainability of leather production process needs to be more clear as there are still a lot of misconceptions.