Kanto is an incredibly simple and visually pleasing object: a minimalist magazine stand or firewood rack made from a single sheet of form-pressed birch plywood. Kanto, designed by Pancho Nikander in 2004, continues Artek's tradition of timeless bent wood products.
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Kanto magazine / firewood rack, black
Artek
Description
Kanto is an incredibly simple and visually pleasing object: a minimalist magazine stand or firewood rack made from a single sheet of form-pressed birch plywood. Kanto, designed by Pancho Nikander in 2004, continues Artek's tradition of timeless bent wood products.
Product details (5)
- Material
- Form-pressed birch plywood
- Colour
- Black
- Width
- 13.39 in (34 cm)
- Depth
- 11.14 in (28.3 cm)
- Height
- 22.24 in (56.5 cm)
- Product ID
Designer
The Finnish designer and boat builder Pancho Nikander (b. 1981) was born in Mexico, but lives in Finland. His most famous work is the innovative Kanto magazine/firewood rack designed for Artek in 2004.
View all productsReviews (3)
5
Based on 3 reviews
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K
KAMP A
Tallinn, Estonia
Good design, practical also to use.
179 days ago
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A
anonyymi
Iisalmi, Finland
Tyylikäs ja yllättävän kevyt
195 days ago
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A
anonyymi
Helsinki, Finland
265 days ago
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 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
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
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
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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 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.
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