String System is a flexible shelving system that Swedish architect Nils Strinning designed in 1949. The signature ladder-like side panels can be combined with shelves, magazine shelves, work desks, folding tables, chests and cabinets to form a system that best suits your needs. The timeless and minimalist design of String System is perfect for both contemporary homes and offices.
String shelf 58 x 20 cm, 3-pack, black stained ash
String Furniture
Description
String System is a flexible shelving system that Swedish architect Nils Strinning designed in 1949. The signature ladder-like side panels can be combined with shelves, magazine shelves, work desks, folding tables, chests and cabinets to form a system that best suits your needs. The timeless and minimalist design of String System is perfect for both contemporary homes and offices.
Product details (7)
- Colour
- Black stained ash
- Width
- 58 cm
- Depth
- 20 cm
- Height
- 2 cm
- Material
- Ash veneer
- Maximum load capacity
- 25 kg
- Notes
- Maximum load capacity 25 kg evenly spread across the shelf.
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Designer
The Swedish architect Nils Strinning (1917–2006) was one of the leading mid-twentieth century designers who built the foundation of what we now call Scandinavian design. Nils Strinning is the designer of the successful String shelves, a light weight shelving system created in the 1940s and very popular still today. String is simple to assemble and the shelves can be easily repositioned.
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Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 7/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees
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Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Transparent supply chain
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
Eco-friendly production 6/9
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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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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
Climate impact 3/8
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the 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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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
Circular design 4/5
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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