Ballo is a different, amusing and happy toilet brush, designed by Jozeph Forakis for Normann Copenhagen. Ballo wishes you a colorful welcome to your bathroom, and wobbles back and forth, which is where its name comes from; Ballo means "dance" in Italian. The Ballo design arose from playing with the concept of balance. Balance is central to Ballo's design, it is what creates its playful and light expression. All in one go, Ballo creates surprise, an experience and a smile for its users. Ballo toilet brush is available in different lively colors. The brush head is replaceable.
Ballo toilet brush, black
Normann Copenhagen
Description
Ballo is a different, amusing and happy toilet brush, designed by Jozeph Forakis for Normann Copenhagen. Ballo wishes you a colorful welcome to your bathroom, and wobbles back and forth, which is where its name comes from; Ballo means "dance" in Italian. The Ballo design arose from playing with the concept of balance. Balance is central to Ballo's design, it is what creates its playful and light expression. All in one go, Ballo creates surprise, an experience and a smile for its users. Ballo toilet brush is available in different lively colors. The brush head is replaceable.
Product details (4)
- Material
- Plastic
- Colour
- Black
- Height
- 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Diameter
- 8.66 in (22 cm)
- Product ID
Designer
The American designer Jozeph Forakis studied industrial design at Rhode Island School of Design and at the Domus Academy in Milan. In 1993 he established his own studio in Milano called Studio Forakis.
He has cooperated among others with LG Electronics, Magis, Foscarini and Normann Copenhagen. Between the years 1999 and 2002 he was the European Design Director for Motorola. Forakis work is characterized by the innovative use of materials and techniques.
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3.67
Based on 3 reviews
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Zagreb, Croatia
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Milan, Italy
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Sirkku A
Tervakoski, Finland
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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 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
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
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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
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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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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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 3/6
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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 2/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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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.
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