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RH controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2014

    Environmental criticism of large source books

    RH's very large printed source books attracted criticism over paper consumption and distribution waste. The company argued that combining books into a single package reduced its overall carbon footprint.

  2. 2012

    Executive relationship and Gary Friedman resignation

    An independent report examined Gary Friedman's inappropriate romantic relationship with a younger female employee. Friedman resigned in 2012, although he was reappointed chairman and co-chief executive in 2013.

  3. 2012

    Allegations of copied designs

    RH was accused of copying designs associated with other companies, including designs used by the United States military.