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2 Stories Långbordet Tailored Design

Hamntorget, Stockholm

“Conversations along the table are casual, but intense. At one end, snickering teenagers talk about things they got away with, then laugh raucously for all to hear. A few seats away, schoolboys complain about a sports coach no one likes, and quickly hunker down when he suddenly appears and walks past. Further along the table, a group of locals are hanging out together, sitting far apart as they maintain social distancing. One of them glances towards the other end of the table, where children can be heard. It sounds like the grown-ups are throwing a party for them, but it’s hard to see that far....

Furutorpsplatsen, Helsingborg

“which means that you can actually sit under neath trees when you take a seat at the table.” The table’s potential to create unexpected encounters between people who sat at it had to work. The table also needed to make room for activities ranging from picnics, parties and flea markets, to individuals taking a break, or working or studying. Accessibility and functionality were high priorities for both White Arkitekter and Nola, to ensure that the table and seating could accommodate prams, wheelchairs and walkers. To make room for people of all ages and abilities to take a seat and participate...

Krokbäcksparken, Malmö

Krokbäcksparken, Malmö

Tailored Design Boosts Care and Diversity in the Urban Landscape In the past, architects were often referred to as master builders, entrusted with curating the complete essence of a place. While the role has evolved, the belief in the power of site-specific design prevails. Nola shares this ethos and regularly embark on special projects that honor the heritage and distinctive characteristics of each space. These projects serve as catalysts for diversity in the urban fabric.

Nola has a deep appreciation for design. Not as an isolated art form, but for its role in shaping the overall architectural experience and the ambiance of a space, whether it’s a cityscape, a building, or an environment. Nola is driven by a commitment to ensuring that each of its products serves a practical purpose within society while seamlessly fitting into the architectural tapestry that spans different eras. Historically, architects were often known as “master builders” and held a passionate responsibility for curating every aspect of a place, from the pavement and structures to materials,...

a specific piece of furniture, while in other instances, the architect or designer harbors a clear product concept. Regardless of the circumstances, Nola’s extensive experience in product development and flexible production capabilities make them a reliable partner. When Jonas at Liljewall approached Nola with the idea of collaborating on the remark able CLT bench, in its distinctive red, Nola enthusiastically embraced the opportunity. A similar request came from architect Bengt Isling when he was tasked with rejuvenating the square in Kärrtorp center in Stockholm. His challenge was to preserve...

off-the-shelf solutions. Bengt reached out to Nola for assistance. “I would never have been able to design or construct that table on my own, so it was only natural to contact Nola, which possesses both the expertise and experience to craft high-quality furniture. It’s reassuring to entrust an idea to capable hands. Otherwise, one would never dare to conceive unique designs,” says Bengt Isling. The development of the tables with retract able benches presented its fair share of challenges, with numerous variables compli cating the process. As far as Bengt knows, these tables remain one-of-a-kind...

w Alta by Andreas Klippinge Island by Färg & Blanche Moiré by Mattias Rubin de Lima Ljusnan by White arkitekter Korg Hammock by Thomas Bernstrand Cortado by Superlab

Andreas Klippinge Alta is a steel and wood lounge furniture series designed for both outdoor and indoor settings. The series embodies simplicity, inclusiveness, and versatility. With its soft, pillow-like wooden details, Alta exudes an inviting ambiance. Alta offers flexibility and comfort for both solitary relaxation and cozy togetherness with someone special. What sets Alta apart, as the name suggests, is the ability to elevate (altitude) the furniture by adding perforated screens to the back or sides. This can create a more private atmosphere, allowing users to enjoy the sensation of sitting...

Färg & Blanche The Island furniture group challenges the traditional and rectangular bench table with its organic and asymmetrical shapes. Tables and benches with varying widths on the sides bring out a sense of playfulness in the arrangement while inviting people to sit in various ways. By placing multiple tables length– wise, seating arrangements can be created where everyone can see each other. The furniture is crafted from wood and hot-dip galvanized steel and can be purchased individually, with or without armrests on the sofa and bench, as well as in groups. The pieces are cast or bolted...

Mattias Rubin de Lima Moiré is a pavilion and weather shelter with an architectural reference to urban shapes, as well as an aesthetic flirt with pragmatic barn structures. Its distinct house-like shape complements Nola's range of pavilions and pergolas, speaking the language of the city. It is rationally constructed with a load-bearing wooden frame and can be built to any length with dividing sections at specified intervals. The frame can, in turn, be adorned with layers of slats in different patterns and colours, trellises for climbing plants, or other materials such as channel plastic or,...