Designed by MSDS Studio. Taking its name from the Japanese word ‘to climb,’ the minimalist and multifunctional Noboru Step Ladder works wonderfully as a seat, ladder or a side table. Crafted in solid FSC™-certified oak, the stool channels the perfect balance of Japanese and Scandinavian sensibilities.

MSDS is a Canadian design studio founded in 2013 by Jessica Nakanishi and Jonathan Sabine. Their aim is to create objects and spaces that acknowledge the past, respond authentically to the present, and point to a viable future, while adhering to the principles of good design and craftsmanship.

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