Crafting with Responsibility: Robena’s Approach to CSR

Robena is a UK-based leader in bespoke soft furnishings for luxury hotels and high-end residences worldwide. With over a century of combined expertise and a vertically integrated operation, the company combines craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability to deliver projects at scale while maintaining a personal, client-focused approach.

From Mayfair to the Middle East, Robena partners with leading designers and hoteliers to bring refined interiors to life.

At the heart of Robena’s work is a guiding principle: leave it better than you found it. This ethos shapes not only the products they create but also the way they operate as a business, from environmental responsibility to community engagement.

Robena has made significant progress in reducing its environmental footprint. Plastic packaging and products have been cut by 90% in the incoming supply chain and 95% in outgoing processes, as the business works towards becoming a zero-plastic operation.

Energy efficiency is central to this journey, with over 45% of the factory’s power generated by solar panels, supported by LED lighting and energy-efficient systems. The company is also transitioning its fleet to hybrid and electric vehicles to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

A commitment to circularity runs through Robena’s practices. Surplus fabrics are upcycled through schools, colleges, and local craft groups, ensuring that no material goes to waste and that communities benefit from creative resources. Wherever possible, fabrics are sourced from British mills, reducing transport emissions while supporting the local textile industry.

The company’s sense of responsibility extends beyond environmental goals. Robena actively supports charities including The Salvation Army and Candlelighters, alongside international initiatives such as Orphans In Need. These partnerships reflect a wider belief that meaningful business is about leaving communities as well as projects in a stronger position.

Robena’s environmental management systems are aligned with ISO 14001 standards, with accreditation firmly in progress. This commitment demonstrates that sustainability is not a single project but an ongoing responsibility. By embedding care into every detail, Robena ensures that its legacy is one of quality, integrity, and positive impact.

Key Initiatives:

• Zero fabric waste – surplus offcuts are donated to schools, colleges, and local craft groups.
• Energy efficiency – 45% of factory energy is generated by solar power, supported by LED systems.
• Lowering emissions – the fleet is transitioning to hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Sustainable sourcing – priority is given to natural, recycled, and ethically sourced fabrics.
• Local focus – fabrics are sourced from British mills to support the UK textile industry.

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