The French brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec designed the Ruutu vases for Iittala. Each Ruutu piece is unique: they are mouth-blown into a steel mold and then polished by hand. The difficult shape of the vase requires 24 hours of production and seven skillful professionals.
Ruutu vase, 115 x 180 mm, grey
Iittala
Description
The French brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec designed the Ruutu vases for Iittala. Each Ruutu piece is unique: they are mouth-blown into a steel mold and then polished by hand. The difficult shape of the vase requires 24 hours of production and seven skillful professionals.
Product details (6)
- Material
- Glass
- Colour
- Grey
- Width
- 4.53 in (11.5 cm)
- Height
- 7.09 in (18 cm)
- Weight
- 1.48 lbs (0.67 kg)
- Care instructions
- Wash by hand
- Product ID
Designer
The Bouroullec brothers, Ronan (born 1971) and Erwan (born 1976) are born in Brittany, France and their design office is situated in Paris. The brothers have emerged as one of the most succesful designers in France and they have designed to companies such as Artek, Iittala, Vitra, Alessi, Magis, Flos and Hay. The Bouroullec brothers have also won numerous awards, for example the Steelwood Chair for Magis won the prestigious Compasso D'Oro in 2011.
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Kai-Da S
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The product was in perfect condition and the overall shopping experience was smooth and effortless. Highly recommended for internet shoppers who are looking for inspiring items for home furnishing.
215 days ago
Sustainability
The Product Sustainability Framework, our criteria of sustainable design, helps you find the most sustainable products in our selection. Read below which sustainability criteria this product has met.
Working conditions & labour 8/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees -
Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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Low-carbon or compensated transportation
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Carbon footprint of the product calculated and goals set to reduce it
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
Sustainable materials 4/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 3/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.
