Steel is one of society’s most essential materials and is crucial to everything Vestre creates. Despite its strength, steel production has always had a weakness: its climate impact. Steel accounts for 7–9% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. In response, Vestre created the world’s first furniture from fossil-free steel—TELLUS. Many people wonder if fossil-free steel is as strong, and we confidently say it’s even better. The steel is as strong as always, and the production processes have strengthened, reflecting Vestre’s commitment to investing in a brighter, more sustainable future.
TELLUS has about 75% lower carbon emissions than a comparable bench made from traditional steel.
TELLUS has been designed with planetary boundaries in mind, by the Swedish designer Emma Olbers. She has received several awards and acknowledgements for her work with sustainable design.
The bench has a welcoming and comfortable design, with cutouts that add a sense of lightness and create playful shadow effects when the sun shines. TELLUS has wide armrests that provide comfortable support and a convenient surface to place a coffee cup, along with an ergonomic seat offering great back support. Its robust and sturdy construction makes it highly suitable for rough outdoor use.
