Artek's Kiki low table was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1960. The frame of the versatile side table is made of lacquered steel with a tabletop in linoleum. Instead of wood, Tapiovaara decided to use oval steel tubing as the structural element in the Kiki series, which gave its silhouettes an elegant and timeless spirit. Suitable for various kinds of use, Kiki has become one of the most popular pieces of public furniture in Finland, and it will easily find its place in modern homes, too.
Kiki low table, 140 x 60 cm, black - black linoleum
Artek
Description
Artek's Kiki low table was designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1960. The frame of the versatile side table is made of lacquered steel with a tabletop in linoleum. Instead of wood, Tapiovaara decided to use oval steel tubing as the structural element in the Kiki series, which gave its silhouettes an elegant and timeless spirit. Suitable for various kinds of use, Kiki has become one of the most popular pieces of public furniture in Finland, and it will easily find its place in modern homes, too.
Product details (6)
- Colour
- Black
- Length
- 140 cm
- Width
- 60 cm
- Height
- 42 cm
- Table top material
- Linoleum with MDF core
- Frame material
- Powder-coated steel
- Product ID
Designer
Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) was a renowned Finnish interior architect and designer. In his designs, Tapiovaara always sought to create a humane, well-lit and warm dwelling environment. Tapiovaara’s furniture pieces designed were always part of a whole, with the architecture as their starting point.
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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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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
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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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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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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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
Sustainable materials 6/6
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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.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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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 5/5
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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.