Our Story
No, kale doesn’t grow on trees.
But a kale-like tree, also known as Polyscias guilfoylei, is a beautiful shrub that earned the name from its curly, dark-green leaves. Resilient and hardy despite its delicate looking foliage, it takes its time to grow, but needs little coddling.
The beauty and self-sufficiency of this lesser-known evergreen embodies Kale Tree’s goal to promote health and well-being while helping people connect to nature, inside and out.
Founded by WELL- and LEED-accredited interior designer Sarah Barnard, Kale Tree collaborates with artists and artisans.
Based in Southern California, our studio gathers inspiration from the mountains, ocean and desert wildlife that surrounds us.
Through Kale Tree, Sarah works with a collective of like-minded artists, designers and artisans from diverse backgrounds and perspectives unified by the same commitment: To create healthful, ethically produced goods inspired by the intersection of art, design, and nature.
Kale Tree celebrates weaving, painting, illustration, sculpture, and textile design. All goods are made with love to bring beauty and inspire joy.
Featured Press
A Warm Welcome. Skin Deep Magazine. April 2023.
The 17 Best Places to Buy Wallpaper Online in 2023. Living Cozy. March 2023.
25 Navy Blue Bedroom Ideas That Go Beyond Nautical. The Spruce. March 2023.
Designer Spotlight: Sarah Barnard - Gathering Inspiration From The Environment. Fabrics and Home. July 2022.
6 Simple Ways to Boost Productivity While Working From Home. Camille Styles. April 2022.
Style & Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Decor Tips to Upgrade Your Space. Redfin. January 2022.
What’s In Store: Inspired By Nature. Luxe Interiors + Design. July 2021.
Can You Clean and Decorate Your Way to Happiness? Science Says Yes. Vogue. May 2021.
Here’s How Sarah Barnard is Disrupting the Interior Design Industry. Modern Luxury Interiors. February 2021.
Sarah Barnard: “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” Thrive Global. November 2020.
Sarah Barnard of Sarah Barnard Design: 5 Things You Can Do To Help Your Living Space Spark More Joy. Authority Magazine. October 2020.
Wellness Living & Wellness Design At Home, Now Forever Trends. Love Happens Mag. October 2020.
Mindful Design: Tour a Contemporary Home Grounded in Holistic Health. Chairish. April 2020.