The story of bObles began with architect and new mother, Bolette Blædel. Her son Jonas found comfort in movement, but Bolette was struck by how children’s furniture was so often just scaled-down versions of adult chairs and tables. On their trips to the zoo, Jonas became utterly captivated by the elephants – and it was there the idea for the Elephant, and the very first tumbling animals, was born.

Before long, Bolette was joined by her sister, textile designer Louise Blædel. Together they combined architectural precision with an artistic eye for form and colour – and from this grew an entirely new universe of children’s furniture. Their aim was simple: to create furniture that inspires joy in movement while fitting naturally into the family home.

From the first sketches to the first jumps and giggles, bObles quickly gathered momentum. Today, the Elephant and many other tumbling animals can be found in homes across the world – furniture that helps strengthen children’s motor skills while sparking imaginative play. We believe in the freedom of play, where children find their own path and parents are invited to join in. bObles is created to give families the space for play, togetherness and childhood memories that last a lifetime.