Areaware - Toys for the Soul

Singgih Kartono graduated from Indonesia's Bandung Institute of Technology in 1992 with a degree in Product Design. Rather than remaining in the city and working for a design house, he returned to his village of Kandangan in Central Java to help to improve its economy and ecosystem. He established his company - Piranti Works - and taught workers carpentry skills following New Craft principals. He set up a tree nursery, where trees are planted to replace those used in production. He also distributes young trees free to villagers so they can re-plant on their own land. Singgih's use of materials and his production methods are helping to tackle the socio-economic and ecological problems of his village. His urge to give back to Kandangan has become the source of his endless energy and passion. Singgih is the recipient of Japan's prestigious "Good Design" award.

Hand-crafted in an Indonesian farming village, Toys for the Soul follow the best sustainable practices in terms of materials and production. The set of toys are from the designer's childhood which he has redesigned by simplifying their form and enhancing them with the use of fine wood. Toys for the Soul allow you to stop for a while and share the joy of play.

Designed by: Singgih Kartono

Features:

• Material: Naturally Harvested Mahogany and Sonokeling Wood
• Set consists of yoyo, spinner, and hole-stick toys
• Boxed dimensions: 3.25" H x 3" W x 3" D