Designed by Kauppi & Kauppi for TreCe, KLOSS is a new modular recycling furniture system inspired by kids' building blocks that will launch at Stockholm Furniture Fair 2023 during Stockholm Design Week.

The design is inspired by building blocks, one of the first things played with as kids. TreCe's vision is that KLOSS will function the same way - as creative playblocks for interior designers and architects! A recycling furniture system that can be close, accessible, and practical in all imaginable spaces and situations, contributing and encouraging a good recycling culture. 

KLOSS design concept includes three steel modules with different basic shapes and visual properties. Each module can be used singly or in various groups and creative formations, prepared to be elevated on adjustable legs or on wheels and equipped with a range of different open tops and a soft-closing lid. Every KLOSS unit has an integrated bag holder and can be further complemented with a separate inner container, which prevents leakage and can help reduce the use of bags. All modules that are connected and fixed together, can easily be disassembled, and can be regrouped into completely new formations at any time.

KLOSS can blend in or characterize a space, depending on the choice of color and accessories. The system's modularity makes it possible to build almost any formation needed, and to change the constellation over time to continuously follow the actual needs. KLOSS can be repeated in long straight rows, placed against a wall, angled to fill an inner corner, arranged to flow along an outer corner, or embracing a pillar. The modules can also be grouped in small or large freestanding recycling islands. If a recycling solution needs to be mobile, the KLOSS units can easily be mounted on wheels.

“Our KLOSS furniture design has an obvious purpose and function, but also carries a message and an encouragement reflecting our times. We believe that the world needs more functional furniture that is durable and adaptable over time. Therefore, it has been exciting to collaborate with one of the leading Nordic producers of design solutions for recycling. A field where we as designers and our studio have the will and the obligation to contribute to a more sustainable future” - Kauppi & Kauppi

Hard Facts

What: KLOSS is a modular recycling furniture system

Units: 3 Modules with various shapes. Measurements: W360 x D360 x H700

Volume: 62-68 liters

Materials: Steel, Inner container in recycled ABS: 45 liters

Surfaces: Powder coat

Accessories: Wheels, Adjustable legs, Inner container

Project group: Nina Kauppi, Johan Kauppi, Åsa Vallentin, Timmy Elfström