My wife’s late grandfather Hannes made a rocking chair for his family in the 1950s while attending a woodworking course at a folk high school. The chair was later passed down to my wife’s uncle and has continued to rock generations of the family to this day.
I spent time studying the chair and what makes it so well loved. Its light, refined construction suits a wide range of interiors, and its rocking motion is pleasantly restrained, almost meditative. There is something special about it: whenever you sit down, you soon find yourself gently rocking in complete ease.
I wanted to continue the family story and make this new Faari rocking chair available to others as well.
The product has been awarded the Design from Finland and Key Flag symbols.
Material options
Oak
Ash
Walnut
Height
88 cm
Width
60 cm
Depth
92 cm
Seat depth
45 cm
Seat width
45 cm
Example dimensions and price
1450 €
Oak, 210 cm x 100 cm
Faari is a tribute to durable materials and traditional craftsmanship. It is designed to last from one generation to the next. My own design language is reflected in the updated form and construction.
The timber used by Havune is sourced from Finnish suppliers with PEFC/FSC certification, helping to ensure responsible origins and sustainable forestry practices. The workshop is also equipped with solar panels that cover a significant share of its electricity needs, particularly during the summer months.
Upholstery fabrics are selected from the Annala Fabrics collection, and the customer can choose the pattern. The final price depends on the selected fabric and the timber species used for the frame. The standard wood finish is a matt clear hardwax oil.
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Meet the designer
[ Joonas Sauvula ]
I grew up close to nature in Kalajoki, surrounded by skilled Ostrobothnian craftspeople. Woodworking has been part of my life since I was young, and part of my family history for even longer: my great-grandfather made furniture, handcrafted objects and violins. That same need to turn ideas into tangible objects eventually led me to establish Havune in 2019.
Today, I design and craft solid wood furniture at the Havune workshop in Lakiala, Ylöjärvi. Precise craftsmanship and visual details continue to be deeply rewarding to me. While tradition matters, I also follow contemporary interiors with curiosity. I believe even simple everyday objects should have the presence to become part of the interior while never losing sight of their function.
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