Tea Trolley 900, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, is a Finnish design classic with beautiful references to British tea culture as well as Japanese woodwork and architecture. Alvar Aalto created the tea trolley for the World Exhibition of Paris in 1937. Tea Trolley 900 consists of a bent birch frame, large plywood wheels, handmade rattan basket and ceramic surface of the tabletop. Aalto designed the Tea Trolley 900 for home use and it can also be found in the living room of Villa Mairea, the villa designed by Alvar Aalto.
Aalto tea trolley 900, black
Artek
Description
Tea Trolley 900, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, is a Finnish design classic with beautiful references to British tea culture as well as Japanese woodwork and architecture. Alvar Aalto created the tea trolley for the World Exhibition of Paris in 1937. Tea Trolley 900 consists of a bent birch frame, large plywood wheels, handmade rattan basket and ceramic surface of the tabletop. Aalto designed the Tea Trolley 900 for home use and it can also be found in the living room of Villa Mairea, the villa designed by Alvar Aalto.
Product details (5)
- Colour
- Birch, black ceramic tile
- Length
- 90 cm
- Width
- 65 cm
- Height
- 60 cm
- Material
- Birch, ceramic tile, rattan
- Product ID
Designer
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the most famous Finnish architect and designer in the world. In 1921 Alvar Aalto got the Diploma of Architecture at the Helsinki Institute of Technology and his career as an architect started. One of the most important works he was commissioned was the planning of the tuberculosis sanatorium in Paimio, Finland. This project meant also the beginning of Aalto’s career as a furniture designer – in fact, this was the first building planned by Aalto which was entirely furnished with pieces of furniture designed by Aalto himself – including the lighting as well. Other important projects completed by Alvar Aalto are the Viipuri Municipal Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish Pavilions for the 1937 Paris and 1939 New York World Fairs.
Read moreReviews (7)
4.71
Based on 7 reviews
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anonyymi
United States
Musta kaakeli on tyylikäs, design ajaton ja tuote arvonsa säilyttävä. Toimii hyvin myös sohvapöytänä!
443 days ago
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Merja J
Finland
En ole vielä avannut pakettia. Tarkoitus avata se huhtikuussa 24.
449 days ago
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Ritva L
Helsinki, Finland
Tuote on klassikko ja on ollut kauan ”hankintalistalla” ja nyt kun osui tämä tarjous silmiin, niin päätös oli helppo tehdä.
450 days ago
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.