Trade Program for Designers, Architects & Stagers
Sustainable furniture, designer-grade specifications, white-glove trade pricing.
Comosum is the US-based source for verified-sustainable European furniture — from Fermob and Ethnicraft to Anglepoise and Cane-line. The Trade Program gives interior designers, architects, stagers, and A&D firms a single point of contact, transparent trade pricing, and the documentation your specifications demand.
Why Trade Professionals Choose Comosum
Comosum is built for professionals who specify with intent. Every brand we carry is evaluated against meaningful criteria — B Corp certification, FSC-certified wood, GREENGUARD low-emission verification, OEKO-TEX textile standards — and scored on our proprietary Sustainability Meter so you can defend every line item in a spec book.
- Vetted European designer brands. 19 European houses including Fermob, Ethnicraft, Mater (B Corp), Anglepoise, Cane-line, Tiptoe, and Humanscale.
- One point of contact. A dedicated trade account manager from quote to delivery — no call trees, no warehouse hand-offs.
- Transparent trade pricing. Published discount tiers and margin transparency on every quote.
- US-based shipping & support. Domestic fulfilment, our US showroom at 95 Pitt Street, and white-glove delivery in major metros.
What's Included in the Trade Program
Membership is built around what working designers actually need on a project:
- Trade pricing of 15–20% off MSRP, scaled by project size.
- Dedicated trade account manager — a real person who knows your projects, lead times, and finish preferences.
- Project quotes with margin transparency. Every quote breaks out unit price, trade discount, freight, and your retained margin.
- Specification sheets + sustainability certifications. FSC, GREENGUARD, OEKO-TEX, B Corp, and Nordic Swan documentation available on request for every SKU we carry.
- White-glove delivery options. Inside delivery, debris removal, and assembly available on qualifying orders.
- Sample request program. Fabric swatches, leather hides, wood finish chips, and powder-coat samples shipped to your studio.
- Volume discounts on 10+ piece orders for hospitality, multifamily, and contract installations.
Eligible Professionals
The Comosum Trade Program is open to credentialed professionals whose work involves specifying or procuring furniture:
- Interior designers (residential and commercial)
- Architects (residential, multifamily, and boutique hospitality)
- Property stagers and developers
- A&D firms and design-build contractors
- Commercial procurement and FF&E specifiers
Verifiable business credentials are required — a resale certificate, professional license, ASID/IIDA/AIA membership, or D-U-N-S number all qualify.
Featured Brands for Trade
Specific brands in our catalog are particularly well-suited to trade work. Quick links to the most commonly specified collections:
- Fermob — French powder-coated steel, commercial-grade outdoor furniture used in hotels and restaurants worldwide.
- Ethnicraft — Belgian FSC-certified solid wood, high-spec casegoods and dining for residential and contract projects.
- Cane-line — Danish all-weather outdoor furniture engineered for commercial hospitality use.
- Anglepoise — British hospitality and boutique lighting, including the Type 75 and Original 1227 series.
- Mater — Danish B Corp with GREENGUARD-certified pieces in reclaimed and recycled materials.
- Humanscale — American ergonomic seating certified under the Living Product Challenge for workplace and home office.
- Heller — American commercial reissues by Frank Gehry, Massimo Vignelli, and Mario Bellini.
- Tiptoe — French B Corp known for modular, disassemblable steel legs and tables.
Full brand roster on the shop directory.
Recent Trade Installations
Recent trade installations have included [PROJECT 1: Boutique hotel lobby, [CITY] — [SF]], [PROJECT 2: Multifamily amenity lounge, [CITY] — [UNIT COUNT] units], and [PROJECT 3: A&D office build-out, [CITY] — [SF]]. Notable specifications across these projects have included full-grain leather upholstery from Ethnicraft, GREENGUARD-rated lighting from Anglepoise, and commercial-grade Fermob outdoor seating across multiple courtyards.
How to Apply
Approval typically takes less than two business days.
- Submit the intake form. Share your business credentials, project pipeline, and primary point of contact. Start your application.
- Account manager reaches out within 24 hours. A dedicated trade contact will introduce themselves, learn your typical project scope, and walk you through the discount tiers.
- Approved accounts receive trade pricing access plus their first project quote within 48 hours.
Sustainability Promise
Comosum exists because specifying responsibly should not require a research project. Every product on the site is scored against our Sustainability Meter, which evaluates materials, manufacturing, certifications, and durability. Documentation is available for the certifications that matter most — FSC, GREENGUARD, OEKO-TEX, B Corp, and Nordic Swan. Our five pillar sustainability guides cover the framework so you can pass it through to your clients with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What pricing tiers does the Trade Program offer?
Standard trade pricing is 15–20% off MSRP, scaled by project size and order frequency. Additional volume discounts apply to orders of 10+ pieces. Final tier is confirmed during onboarding.
Do you require a minimum order or annual commitment?
No minimum order and no annual spend commitment. Trade pricing applies from your first approved quote.
What's the lead time on European brands?
Most in-stock European brands ship from our US warehouse within 1–2 weeks. Made-to-order pieces from Ethnicraft, Fermob, and Cane-line typically run 8–14 weeks. Your account manager confirms lead times on every quote.
Are sustainability certifications guaranteed?
Yes. Every certification claim on Comosum is verified at the SKU level. Documentation is available on request and standard with trade specification sheets.
Do you offer Net 30 payment terms?
Net 30 terms are available to qualifying accounts after a brief credit review. Initial orders typically run on standard terms until the account is established.
How do white-glove deliveries work?
White-glove delivery includes a scheduled appointment, two-person inside delivery, assembly, and debris removal. Available in most major US metros on qualifying order sizes.
Can I request specification sheets and sustainability docs?
Yes — your account manager will pull spec sheets, finish samples, and certification documentation for any product in the catalog.
Do you ship to all 50 US states?
We ship to the contiguous 48 states as standard. Hawaii, Alaska, and international project shipping are handled case-by-case — your account manager will quote freight.
Ready to Start Your Next Project?
Sustainable specification should not be a compromise on quality, lead time, or margin. Apply to the Comosum Trade Program and get a dedicated contact, transparent trade pricing, and the documentation your clients expect.
Comosum is also a proud member and advocate of Be Original Americas, the leading organization dedicated to supporting and protecting original design. Be Original Americas promotes the economic, ethical, and environmental value of authentic design, encouraging both creators and consumers to understand why originality matters. Through our membership, we stand alongside a global community that values creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Being part of Be Original Americas reinforces our belief that great design should respect its creators and the planet. It’s a commitment to authenticity — ensuring that every piece we offer honors the artistry, sustainability, and integrity that define original design.
Comosum is also a proud member and advocate of Be Original Americas, the leading organization dedicated to supporting and protecting original design. Be Original Americas promotes the economic, ethical, and environmental value of authentic design, encouraging both creators and consumers to understand why originality matters. Through our membership, we stand alongside a global community that values creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Being part of Be Original Americas reinforces our belief that great design should respect its creators and the planet. It’s a commitment to authenticity — ensuring that every piece we offer honors the artistry, sustainability, and integrity that define original design.