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ROLF plant-based printed eyewear

CompanyROLF - Roland Wolf GmbH
Lead DesignersJohannes Wacker
Design TeamRoland Wolf, Bernhard Wolf, Christian Wolf, Jakob Seitz
Project LocationWeißenbach am Lech; Austria
Prize(s)Silver in Design For Society / Design for Sustainability
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Entry Description

The new substance collection of glasses by ROLF brings the power of plants to the fore. It brings with it a whole array of sustainable and functional properties that have enabled the tech- and design-driven company to develop innovative, plant-based eyewear. Not only are the glasses in ROLF’s substance collection made from renewable resources – they also boast 23 frame designs in 6 different colors. In addition to the high performance of the screwless and patent-pending Flexlock hinge, glasses wearers will also benefit from the flexible, natural, and skin-friendly properties of the glasses.

Bio

Glasses manufacturer ROLF was founded in 2009 in the heart of Austria’s Tyrolean Alps. The family company has become known for its unique wooden glasses, and has now supplemented its offering with eyewear made out of titanium, stone, horn, and plant-based materials – all without using any screws, thereby eliminating the need for any maintenance. ROLF continues to manufacture in the home of the brand, by hand, and using natural resources, thereby remaining faithful to the guiding principle of the business: creating products that respect yesterday, work for today, and prepare for tomorrow.

Awards and Prize

The eyewear designer’s approach is to combine his love of nature with timeless styles and innovative technology, the success of which is evidenced by numerous awards, including the Silmo d’Or, the German Design Award, the Green Design Award, the Red Dot Award, and the Muse Design Award.