Rapia is a solid wood stool with an opening cut through the seat that doubles as a practical carrying handle while visually lightening the substantial seat. The corners are rounded, just like on the other pieces in the Rapia collection. The same softness continues into the legs: they are square in section, but the outer edges are rounded so your leg never meets a sharp corner.
Rapia works as an extra seat when more people gather, and on other days it can stand beside the bed as a bedside table or next to the sofa as a small side table. The carrying opening makes it easy to move from one place to another with one hand.
Every stool is handcrafted at our workshop in Ylöjärvi, Pirkanmaa.
The product has been awarded the Design from Finland and Key Flag symbols.
Material options
Oak
Ash
Walnut
dimensions and price
345 € / 452 €
Oak & ash / walnut, H45 cm x D30 cm x W39 cm
Material options
Rapia is available in white oak, ash or walnut. Oak is hard and timeless, and its oiled surface develops a warmer tone over the years. Ash is the lightest of the timber species and has a distinctive grain. Walnut is dark and richly figured, with colouring that varies from board to board, so no two walnut stools are exactly alike.
Oak and ash cost €345, while walnut costs €452.
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.
Why choose a Rapia stool from Havune?
The seat and legs are made from solid wood, making Rapia a true heirloom stool.
The carrying opening is cut through the seat, making the stool easy to pick up and move from place to place.
The stool may be a small piece of furniture, but it uses the same joinery and careful finishing as the larger pieces in the Rapia collection. A stretcher between the legs keeps the structure rigid and stable.
[ How to order a stool from a furniture maker ]
1.
Get in touch and tell us what you have in mind: dimensions, timber species and intended use
2.
Together, we refine the dimensions, details and finish
3.
We craft your dining table by hand at our workshop in Ylöjärvi. The typical made to order products lead time is 6–12 weeks.
4.
We deliver the finished dining table to your home at the agreed time.
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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.
Delivery time: 1–3 weeks. Free shipping.
