Collection Sophie Charlotte

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The document discusses the Sophie Charlotte wallpaper collection by Tapetenfabrik Gebr. Rasch GmbH & Co. KG, highlighting its blend of tradition and modernity. It emphasizes the company's commitment to environmental sustainability through the CO2OL Tropical Mix project in Panama.

Environmental Commitment
The CO2OL Tropical Mix project involves reforesting 3129 hectares of former fallow and pasturelands in Panama with native tree species. This initiative aims to restore forest ecosystems while combining sustainable timber and cacao production. As of 2013, the project has reduced emissions by 135,100 tonnes of CO2e and planted over 1.9 million trees. The project is certified by the Rainforest Alliance, and Rasch's carbon emissions from wallpaper production are fully compensated.

Historical Background
The collection's origins trace back to 1926 when Dr. Emil Rasch collaborated with Duchess Sophie Charlotte von Oldenburg, known for her artistic talent. The initial collection featured designs with stylized natural forms and japonesque influences, achieving significant success.

Modern Revival
The collection has been revived with contemporary colors and modern printing technologies. Rasch continues to honor tradition while addressing environmental responsibilities by compensating CO2 emissions through the Panama reforestation project.

Conclusion
The Sophie Charlotte collection exemplifies a harmonious blend of historical elegance and modern environmental consciousness, contributing to both aesthetic appeal and ecological sustainability.

Catalog excerpts

Tradition and Modernity The CO2OL Tropical Mix project area spans several provinces of Panama. Former fallow areas and intensively used pasturelands are reforested with mainly native tree species and turned into mixed forests. The project combines sustainable timber and cacao production with the restoration of forest ecosystems. Project area: 3129 ha Emission reduction (tonnes of CO2e): 35,100 (as of 2013) 1 Trees planted: over 1.9 million Certified by: Rainforest Alliance Certificate no. COB-53546/2014 has been issued to rasch testifying that carbon dioxide emissions resulting from the production of Sophie Charlotte wallpapers are 100% compensated. More information on this project and the collection at www.rasch.de. Tapetenfabrik Gebr. Rasch GmbH & Co. KG | D-49565 Bramsche | Telephone +49 54 61 - 81 10 | Fax +49 54 61 - 81 11 15 | www.rasch.de Collection Sophie Charlotte

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Wallpapers ennobled by high ambitions What does wallpaper have in common with ancient nobility? Both stand for a deep love of tradition along with a special awareness of nature’s beauty. The rediscovery of gorgeous designs from 1926 in the rasch archive became the impetus for an extraordinary project ... The history In 1926, the general manager Dr. Emil Rasch met a young woman from a noble house, the Duchess Sophie Charlotte von Oldenburg, who displayed a great talent for form and colour palettes. So, the idea behind the first artist collection from rasch was born. This graced the walls with...

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