Vaarnii's Norppa rocking toy borrows both its name and shape from an endangered seal animal called the ringed seal. Designed by Studiomama, the Norppa toy is made from Finnish pine, with distinctive wood grain that gives the cute rocking chair its lively silhouette and look. The pattern on the surface of each chair is naturally different, just like each individual pine tree – and seal! Thanks to the material, Norppa will age gracefully and uniquely: when the wood's natural oils react to UV rays, the rocking toy will turn its color into a beautiful honey yellow. Pine is also a soft wood, so scratches and dents on the surface will only enhance Norppa's character over time.
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014 Norppa rocking toy, pine
Vaarnii
Description
Vaarnii's Norppa rocking toy borrows both its name and shape from an endangered seal animal called the ringed seal. Designed by Studiomama, the Norppa toy is made from Finnish pine, with distinctive wood grain that gives the cute rocking chair its lively silhouette and look. The pattern on the surface of each chair is naturally different, just like each individual pine tree – and seal! Thanks to the material, Norppa will age gracefully and uniquely: when the wood's natural oils react to UV rays, the rocking toy will turn its color into a beautiful honey yellow. Pine is also a soft wood, so scratches and dents on the surface will only enhance Norppa's character over time.
Product details (9)
- Colour
- Oil waxed pine
- Length
- 25.98 in (66 cm)
- Width
- 11.81 in (30 cm)
- Height
- 23.23 in (59 cm)
- Material
- Solid pine, oilwax finish
- Weight
- 30.86 lbs (14 kg)
- Certifications and labels
- CE marked: tested and approved as a toy according to European standards. Please note that outside of Europe, Norppa should be considered as a decorative object.
- Notes
- Pine is a soft wood and will suffer some dents and scratches over time, which should be embraced and enjoyed as characterful signs of aging. Pine will naturally change color as it ages with your pale piece of furniture gradually maturing to a beautiful honey color over the course of several years.
- Care instructions
- Use a microfiber cloth when dusting Vaarnii products. Do not use any solvents on wood, only water is recommended.
- Product ID
Designer
Studiomama is a multidisciplinary design studio founded in 2000 by the Danish Nina Tolstrup and Greek Cypriot Jack Mama. Both Nina and Jack are known for their simple but distinctive work, with an emphasis on detail, understanding people's needs and of course playfulness. Studiomama brings together the creative couple's bold visions into distinctive and original design work.
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Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 4/9
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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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Transparent supply chain
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
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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
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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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
Climate impact 4/8
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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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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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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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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
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 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
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.
