Restoration Hardware controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2014
Criticism of RH source books
RH's unusually large catalogs attracted criticism over paper consumption and distribution waste. The company argued that consolidating multiple catalogs into a single source book reduced its carbon footprint, while critics maintained that the overall volume of paper remained excessive.
2012
Design-copying allegations
RH was accused of copying designs associated with other companies, including designs used by the United States military. The available reference material does not establish a final legal outcome.
2012
Executive relationship and independent investigation
Gary Friedman resigned after an independent report by Weil, Gotshal & Manges examined an inappropriate romantic relationship between him and a younger female employee. He was later reappointed as chairman and co-chief executive in 2013.