Stool made of sturdy cardboard.
The Riki stool, designed in 1965, is a lightweight stool that, while having sufficient load-bearing capacity as a chair, can be played with by children like building blocks. Its sturdy construction enhances the robustness of the recyclable material cardboard. At the time of its release, it became a topic of conversation for being able to support the weight of an elephant with four stools. It won the Good Design Long Life Design Award in 2021. Designed as part of an exhibition organized by Fujingaho in the year following the Tokyo Olympics in 1965, the cardboard Riki stool, seemingly going against the trends of the rapid economic growth period, is recognized for its foresight in emphasizing designs that are friendly to both people and the environment long before they became a priority.
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Designer: Riki Watanabe Design Year: 1965 Brand: METROCS Country of Production: Japan Sizes: Low: Width 330 × Depth 330 × Height 330 mm, Weight: 0.8 kg High: Width 330 × Depth 330 × Height 420 mm, Weight: 1 kg Specifications: Load Capacity Low: 740 kg High: 650 kg *Vertical load test Material: Cardboard 【Riki Watanabe Design Series Lineup】 ■ Riki Stool ■ Solid Stool ■ Riki Mobile Chamber
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(From the left rear) High Multi, High Natural, High White Low Multi, Low Natural, Low White
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It is a hexagonal seat.
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So lightweight that even a child can lift it.
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Everything is made of cardboard. It can be assembled using only mountain folds, valley folds, and fitting work, without the use of glue. Disassembly is also easy, and it can be folded and stored compactly. You can enjoy assembling it together with your children.
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It is widely used in public facilities and workshops, and since it can also be painted on the surface, it is adopted by kindergartens and preschools that emphasize free thinking.
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The process of drawing and leaving traces of use can serve as a medium of record, allowing you to develop a deeper affection for the stool.
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| Low Natural | |
| Low White | |
| Low Multi | |
| High Natural | |
| High White | |
| High Multi |
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Our company is engaged in the import of interior goods and the manufacturing of original furniture. One of our business areas, product development, involves collecting old materials and products from that time, making improvements to align with modern lifestyles, and commercializing them. We are also focused on discovering designers who are eager to build their history and their works.