At Stockholm Furniture Fair 2025, Nola presented a contemporary take on the folkpark — a place where community, creativity, and inclusion took centre stage. The exhibition showcased new products alongside a vision for urban spaces that connect generations and inspire togetherness.
In our latest film, Good Garden describes the key aspects of designing these environments and shares their perspective on how our products contribute to accessibility and activity.
The absence of public spaces that nurture togetherness and collective spirit leaves a significant mark on society. Loneliness, depression, and physical inactivity are rising, particularly in the Nordic countries, where long winters and cultural habits deepen isolation.
At this year’s Stockholm Furniture Fair, Nola introduces new products that embrace the values of the folkpark — community, creativity, and movement.
Travel hubs are gateways to new adventures and the first impression of a destination. As urbanisation accelerates, these key locations grow in importance.
Among our product news for the season are a striking wooden pavilion taking cues from urban architecture, a bench table that defies convention, and a café chair perfect for leisurely breaks.
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.
Our urban environments are in desperate need of more vegetation and the accompanying ecosystem services that greenery provides. At the same time, there is a shortage of space for trees to grow and thrive. A problem Martin Brattström has not only noticed but also found a solution to with Arbory.
Nola recently took to the streets, putting our StyrUpp bicycle parking system to the test. Installed where it will make the most impact, the new product will be used by urban cyclists for twelve months. As the pilot project test-drives Nola’s know-how, it’s keeping the city of Stockholm at the forefront of intercity cycling.
Nature is often the answer to what it is that makes us feel good and give us the energy we need. With our planters you are able to take a part of nature into your room or workplace, or use them to arrange a green place on your terrace. The planters also create great opportunities to build more green and living cities! Whether you are looking for something big or small, heavy or light, spectacular or discreet, we have it all.
Nola’s initiative at the recent Stockholm Furniture Fair was designed to make our participation as waste-free as possible. Our products weren’t displayed in a trade fair stand that had to be built, but presented in a public area.. Our approach challenged the way that products and the public can interact, which shifted the belief that post-construction waste is inevitable at trade shows.
The secret to creating public space products with long lifespans is making them part of a regular maintenance routine. Outdoor products require continuous care, necessitating discussions between manufacturers and public space stakeholders even before they are produced. At Nola, design plays a key role in making products that require minimal maintenance while still offering maximum durability.
