The Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand portfolio included west elm when it first debuted in 2002. Since then, it has established itself as a leader in approachable, reasonably priced, and sustainably made home furnishings. Each season, west elm’s brilliant in-house design team develops a unique collection by working with local and international artists and independent designers. Additionally, the company partners with agencies that promote the growth of international craft communities and offers handcrafted and unique finds from all around the world.