Already from the birth of a new design idea many decisions are made in order to maximise the quality, design and function of the product – and minimise the effects on the environment. When developing a new product, the main focus areas for our Design Team are:

• A careful selection of honest raw materials
• A design and selection of materials that secures durability
• A design that minimise material waste in the production
• A packaging that minimise space and transportation
• A packaging that minimise damages
• A choice of the factory with the best specialist know-how for the production
• A choice of factory that minimise transportation
• A clear product development process with the supplier on the factory floor

The majority of Bolia products are designed and produced in Denmark and other EU countries.
More than 35% of our volume is produced in Denmark and more than 60% in other European countries. Less than 4%, mainly home accessories, is produced in developing countries such as India and China.
The Danish and European production is a stronger advantage for us to secure both a high product quality and good working conditions. The local production is also better for the environment, due to minimised transportation and thereby CO2 emissions.

The Bolia Design Team takes environmental considerations into the design, development and packaging of all new product.		We minimise the usage of low-durability materials in the production, such as chipped wood, laminated chipped wood, or board-on-frame, because of the poor durability and high waste rate.		Our designers follow the product development onto the factory floor in order to secure that all Bolia CSR standards are followed.		Having our suppliers and distribution points physically close to our stores means minimised transport from the factory to our customers, and thereby minimising CO2 emissions.