Nat and Nunu Sirathanantchai grew up surrounded by the art of glassblowing. Their grandfather founded a small glass studio in 1973 in a quiet town outside Bangkok, Thailand. Driven by passion and meticulous craftsmanship, he transformed it into a thriving glass manufactory producing pieces for international brands. Their parents joined the family enterprise, and today Nat and Nunu carry on this legacy. Through their Berlin-based label etna, they're dedicated to preserving the timeless tradition of glassblowing.

Every piece is crafted by skilled glassblowers in Thailand using both traditional and contemporary designs—in the very workshop where the founder's grandfather established his glassblowing practice over fifty years ago. Creating a single glass takes up to 24 hours. The process begins with mixing raw materials, which are then melted at 1,500°C for 12 hours. What follows is the distinctive shaping that defines etna's work: each piece is mouth-blown using time-honored techniques. After shaping, the glass is cut, cooled, and polished to perfection. The collection includes the "Boxx" series, featuring a refined angular silhouette with a subtly textured surface, and the "Piccadilly" series, distinguished by its smooth finish. Both lines are built for real-world use—the hand-blown glasses stack efficiently and are fully dishwasher safe. Available in multiple colors, each series is complemented by a coordinating carafe.

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etna

(Published in CUBE Berlin 03|24)