KLOSS Modular Waste Sorting

Design by Kauppi & Kauppi for TreCe 2023 | 2024

A creative & super modular waste sorting system.

KLOSS is inspired by wooden play blocks for kids, designed by Kauppi & Kauppi for TreCe. Modular recycling bins that can be arranged and rearranged over and over, in creative groups and formations following needs. A functional and adaptable recycling furniture, designed to be accessible in all imaginable interiors and situations - contributing to a good recycling culture everywhere! The KLOSS concept is based on three steel modules in three sizes, and a wide range of accessories. With an outstanding and pioneering modularity and interchangeability, the design has been extensively recognized, earning several international design awards for its innovative and considerate approach.

“KLOSS is a design that has no particular shape, but any shape! Our design is meant to be combined, performed, and varied endlessly - into groups, stations, rows, and islands. Super modular, super extensive and super adaptable! KLOSS has an obvious purpose and function but also carries a sustainability message and encouragement to contribute to a more circular world.“ – Kauppi & Kauppi

The KLOSS lid program includes soft-closing tops and lids. In every unit there is an integrated bag holder and an additional choice of an inner container in 100% recycled plastic, to prevent leakage or to minimize the use of extra bags. Each module can be used singly or in creative groups. Connected modules can easily be regrouped into new formations at any time. The KLOSS modules are prepared for an interchangeable base program containing adjustment feet, legs, wheels, elevating frame stands and wall mounting brackets. KLOSS can blend in or characterize a space depending on the choice of size, composition, color & accessories. The entire KLOSS system is powder coated in 11 optional standard RAL colors, or in any custom RAL. All parts can be disassembled and repaired, refreshed, refurbished, replaced & recycled.