Home Trends & Design's "Rooted in Craft" Wins Best Documentary at the 2026 Austin Spotlight Film Festival

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Home Trends & Design (HTD) is proud to announce that its new documentary film, Rooted in Craft, has been awarded "Best Documentary" at the 2026 Austin Spotlight Film Festival. The award was officially presented on September 12, 2026, marking a significant achievement during the festival's special 10-year anniversary season.

Helmed by Richard Gordy, Rooted in Craft takes viewers on a journey into the factories, foundries, and quarries, showing a unique behind-the-scenes look at the process that HTD's handmade furniture goes through before the product is ever shipped to your door. Filmed on location in Rajasthan, India, and in Austin, Texas, this documentary shows a whole different side of the industry that is often never seen.

The Best Documentary recognition, certified by Festival Director Ali Alkhafaji and the rest of the panel, comes as HTD looks to expand the work of its Mango Foundation. Building on more than a decade of planting trees, the foundation's next chapter will introduce new sustainability initiatives, including efforts to test and improve access to clean drinking water in HTD's operating communities.

The Austin Spotlight Film Festival, celebrating a decade of championing independent filmmakers, announced the winners following a weekend of screenings and industry events. For more information and to view the full list of the 2026 award winners, please visit the official Austin Spotlight Film Festival website at: https://www.austinspotlightfilmfestival.com/2026-awards 

To watch the award-winning documentary Rooted in Craft, you can view the full film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jfj1bREUl5c.

About Home Trends & Design: Home Trends & Design (HTD) is an Austin-based furniture company specializing in sustainable, handcrafted solid wood furniture. Dedicated to exceptional heirloom-quality construction, HTD emphasizes eco-friendly practices, sustainable materials, and low-VOC finishes across its collections. By partnering directly with global artisans, HTD celebrates the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, while its Mango Foundation drives ongoing environmental and community initiatives worldwide.

SOURCE Home Trends & Design