We make, we seek and we find objects, to adorn your home or other habitats.
And as part of that process for when you purchase an object from our catalog, we ship it to you (as is) direct from our available inventory, or if not in our inventory at the time, we are happy to produce a brand new one for you (of course, this takes a bit longer). And where possible, we can also work to customize it for you, based on your needs for a particular size, color or finish. And in the chance case, you are a bit unsure on where to place our objects in your desired habitats, we are happy to provide our distinctive design services to you.
In this case, and you require no customization, go ahead and purchase.
Your balance is paid in full as we do hold a small inventory of finished items in stock.
You will then work with one of our project managers on a shipping quote, manufacturing lead times, if not already in-stock, and any other necessary details, including possible import duties.
You have you have 7 days from the date of order payment to cancel the order. No cancellations are possible once the order has been shipped or indeed for customised pieces..
Our artisans are a skilled bunch, so get in touch to explore the different ways that we can customize your desired piece.
You'll work with one of our concierge managers. We provide you with a detailed quote for the item, along with costs related to customizations such as size, materials, colors or finishing.
Once you sign the purchase order (PO), we require 50% of the production cost in advance. Once the item is shipped, we require the remaining 50%, along with all other relevant costs including shipping and any applicable import duties.
We begin production on your item the day you approve the PO.
We love a challenge. Get in touch with us to explore ways we can bring your vision to life.
You will work with one of our concierge managers from the start. If we can make it for you, we will explore making a small reflective sample. If approved by you, we then provide you with a detailed quote, along with any costs related to customizations, such as size, materials, colors or finishing. We can also talk lead times, shipping costs and any other necessary details, including import duties that may be applicable.
Once you initial and sign (ie approve the purchase order - PO), we charge 50% of the cost, to cover materials and handcrafting. Once the item is shipped, we charge the remaining 50% along with all other relevant costs including shipping and any applicable import duties etc. We begin production on your item the day you approve the PO. This means we're unable to modify or refund any custom orders.
All of our current catalog items are hand-made by generational artisans in India. As a family business, originally co-founded by a mother, we are acutely aware of the profound impact empowered, female artisans can have on their families and communities. Working in tandem with our manufacturing partners, we champion vocational opportunities for those across cultural, gender, and educational domains.
With over 50 years of experience sourcing home décor to the most discerning retail clients, we know a thing or two about highest quality manufacturing. Our quality control team in India monitors, without a blink, the making of each object you see. We are proud to follow international manufacturing protocols. In addition, as part of making your product, we'll keep you informed of its progress, from images of your carpet on our handloom to the hammering of the reclaimed iron rod, for that perfect chair.
We proudly offer an array of customizations on most of our product catalog. We have worked out what customizations we can do. We may not have thought of what you have in mind, so drop us a note at in@contextofthings.com to discuss.
We understand that sometimes you require quick delivery, (Eating off of the floor soon loses its novelty). If we have it in our US warehouse, we indicate as such. If not, and it's in our India warehouse, we can look to fast track whatever it is, to wherever you need it. Please contact us at in@contextofthings.com to discuss further.
In all our years of sourcing products for the most discerning home décor retailers, we’ve explored the globe in search of the most incredible objects to adorn a home. Over this course, we’ve worked with incredible artisans, who, like us, are passionate about the objects they produce. And so for Context of Things, we bring our incredible sourcing legacy, fine-tuned here to ensure we’ve chosen our SOUGHT collaborators who uphold the same values as us in style, material, construction and manufacturing. We have also souht some fine artists, whose work we adore.
Our diverse partnerships extend around the globe, notalby in England, Spain, Italy, France, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines
We stand behind our collaborators for the quality of their products, their workmanship and choices in materials. Should you have any specific questions regarding our partner products, please email us at in@contextofthings.com
In our long-storied career as purveyors of décor objects, we learned that many objects from the past look better with age. Our sourcing teams are as creative as they are adept. They leave no stone unturned to discover that diamond in the ruff if you will. They find objects that may have been built to serve one purpose but today can, in a new context be seen in a new light. The objects we select undergo a stringent process of quality control. If you wish to learn more, please contact us at in@contextofthings.com.
At COT we believe in creating objects that have a very light footprint. Wood is reclaimed, wherever possible. When it comes to metal, our artisans are experts in repurposing iron rods and molding them in to the dreamy shapes created by our designers. Our leather is harvested as a by-product of the meat industry, while our textiles are dyed with organic and environmentally safe colors.
We mandate our supplier networks to uphold the principles of SA8000*. We expect everyone who makes our products to be treated with respect & dignity. We continually monitor, and, if needed, effect change to deploy modern standards for our workers health and safety.
*The SA8000 Standard is an internationally recognized standard for the workplace, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, ILO conventions, and national laws. SA8000 applies a management-system approach to social performance and emphasizes continual improvement, not checklist-style auditing.
Elements of the Standard are:
- No Child Labor
- No Forced or Compulsory Labor
- Highest Health & Safety Standards
- Freedom of Association & Right to Collective Bargaining
- No Discrimination
- Managed Working Hours
- Remuneration Options
- Management Systemsin Place
Yes. We are very happy to offer trade pricing to interior designers, architects, and affiliate members of the trade.
Please email us at in@contextofthings.com to explore our designer & trade program.
Our main showroom is based in San Francisco and we welcome every opportunity to show you around our beautiful space.
If you are unable to visit us in San Francisco, we offer virtual appointments during the weekdays, to explore our products in more detail.
Please reach out to us via email at in@contextofthings.com to book your in-person or virtual appointment.
