Meet the Designer - with this in mind, we would like to introduce you to the brand Lillagunga with its fantastic children's swings and, most importantly, the creative mind behind the exciting children's label, designer and father Anton Stenfors.
MEET THE DESIGNER
What do you do when no children's swing meets your own needs? You design your own! Designer and father Anton Stenfors founded his own label Lillagunga "little swing" and reimagined every child's favorite item: the children's swing. The product range quickly grew, and now, in addition to the classic swing, there are other timeless indoor and outdoor products such as gymnastic rings and trapeze made of high-quality oak and walnut - designed and produced in Finland.
Dear Anton, the swing is a very old product that has not lost its popularity over the years. What made you rethink this children's (and adult's) classic?
Yes, that's right. There is a lot of historical evidence showing that outdoor swings have existed since ancient Greece in 1450 BC, so they have been with us humans for a long time - and for good reason. When I was a child, I swung a lot with my sister, and when my own children reached that age, a proper swing was needed. Since I couldn't find a functional, appealing wooden swing, I designed my own - and that's how it all started. A swing is a fantastic invention, and I believe Lillagunga has managed to revive its popularity somewhat.
Lillagunga is enjoying worldwide success with its wonderful swings. Was it difficult to balance fatherhood and career?
That's true! And we are very happy about that. It was also incredible to see that all our products are so popular, regardless of the country. I would say the balancing act between my role as a father and work was not always easy, especially at the beginning - because the company took up a lot of time and energy back then. In hindsight, I think I managed it well, but of course there were times when I wondered if I had taken on too much responsibility at once.
Is there another children's product that you think should be redesigned?
We launch at least one new product every year - and are currently in the final stages of development for at least two products that will expand and strengthen our portfolio. I think there are a lot of classic activity toys that could be reinvented and improved in many ways. What we strive for is to combine functionality with appealing design to create high-quality products, and so far, we have been successful with that.
Thank you, dear Anton, for your interesting answers!
MORE ABOUT LILLAGUNGA
Happily swinging through life - what child doesn't dream of that? The Finnish label Lillagunga stands for timeless products such as wooden swings, gymnastic rings and more for indoor and outdoor use in modern design. They rethink classic activity toys for children, improve functions with the highest quality - and unmistakable Scandinavian design - produced and designed in Finland. The success story of Anton Stenfors and Lillagunga began in 2013. Lillagunga's products are made of high-quality wood - oak or walnut - designed to last for generations. The latest outdoor collection features robust swings like the Classic in walnut or the new Disco Swing - an ideal swing for wild, fearless children and the young at heart - that can withstand bad weather without any problems. Run - jump - play, swing up and down, turn and twist - and playfully develop motor skills, strength, and balance. Let's swing.
