EMKO is a meeting of young makers, an exciting, youthful enterprise determined to create, showcase and market the latest in contemporary home-related design. We work wood into furniture, textiles into rugs and carpets, metal and glass into lighting objects. We invest time, knowledge and feelings into beautiful objects. We create for tomorrow today. At EMKO, we’re committed to bringing into the world objects designed to enter a long-term relationship with you, their user. Simple, intelligent and fun commodities that become part of the family, that are reliable, sociable, natural, that inspire you in your work and age gracefully. Companions to your life’s story.
Who We Are
EMKO is a Lithuanian-based furniture design and home-accessory company. Our roots are set in the ancient Baltic tradition of craftsmanship, at the intersection of three distinct cultural spaces: the Northern Scandinavian, the Western European and the Eastern Russian. Our present is open and inviting, welcoming talented designers from all over the globe.
We design and manufacture for an active, modern, responsible market. Our customers’ base ranges from the dynamic professionals interested in inviting fresh ideas inside their life, making choices outside the box, to the creative artists who wish their workspace to be a reflection of the passion put in their own creations. We focus on a small diversity of award-winning furniture pieces, creating a niche for the curious solutions to be embodied. Their simple beauty generates optimism and well-being inside the place we call home or workspace. Their smart design brings comfort to everyday tasks. The quality of the craft and of the materials insures a long-term relationship, a constant satisfaction that you’ll enjoy for years to come. It takes one glance to see their beauty. It takes one touch to get their functionality.
Our Story
They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with one single step. In our case, the first step was taken in 2009, when founder Erika Markovska-Mikulskienė decided to invest time and passion into the goal of resurfacing the value of Lithuanian design tradition. Some time later, a chance encounter brought Erika face to face with young designer Inesa Malafej. Together they took the decision to start developing “My Writing Desk”, Inesa’s university graduation project. Fast forward a few years, and the MWD becomes a best seller and a success story, winning the IF concept award in 2012 and the prestigious Red Dot award in 2014.
Since then, the EMKO brand turned into one exciting and beautiful adventure. Our designs have been exhibited at countless international furniture fairs all over the world, the market interest into our products has risen exponentially and our selection of products extended to welcome new designs. EMKO products are currently being sold in Europe, Asia and USA. The journey continues.
Naïve Dining Table
Table’s modest and clean form is decided by a simple but lasting construction – each leg has its own base under the tabletop making the table strong enough to serve generations to come. The roundish tabletop contour is designed to create an inviting and cozy atmosphere for everyone sitting around it.
Naïve Semi Bar Chair Black
The Naïve semi bar stools stand out with their unique and recognizable character. A carved seat with a minimal backrest makes it comfortable enough for a long chat between friends, while durable steel footrest suits both home and public use.
Naïve Chair Natural
This playful chair is an example of minimalism: a seat made of ash and six legs of equal length are easily screwed into it. Precision precision is required to produce this simplicity: every detail is carefully thought out, the angle of the legs is deducted – everything is designed so that the chair is proportionate, ergonomic and ensures the best sitting position. All this and the attached backrest made of foam create a surprisingly comfortable piece of furniture.
4.9 Writing Desk with 2-Drawers
The unusual name of the desk 4.9 has a story to tell: it reflects designer’s Marius Valaitis desire to play with the concepts of perfection vs. flaw. For that it’s almost five, missing just a tiny bit. This translates in the angles of the desktop, which, at its end, has a “crack”, a slit not just for storage, but also to bring closure to the desk’s core idea. The “imperfection” aside, all the details of this piece of furniture have been made with perfect accuracy. It not only brings convenience and efficiency to work, but adds a little bit of style to it as well. Beauty cannot be empty, for sure. But functionality can be beautiful.
Naïve Low Chair, Green, Velour
Being youngest member of Naïve family, Naïve Low Chair introduces itself with a bright, yet mature and subtle look. Its main visual characteristic is a large leather strap that holds the backrest attached to the body. Firm connection between wood, leather and textile serves its function and makes it visually distinctive. After a long day Naïve Low is inviting for a cup of coffee or tea, have a relaxing read, or small adventure while watching a movie. It is a companion which values your time and sitting quality, thus, Naïve Low is the chair to live with. Like other pieces in this family it features a body that can be easily unscrewed and flat-packed. It is composed of a long lasting natural materials and suits organically to every background.
Naïve Low Chair, Terracotta, Velour
Being youngest member of Naïve family, Naïve Low Chair introduces itself with a bright, yet mature and subtle look. Its main visual characteristic is a large leather strap that holds the backrest attached to the body. Firm connection between wood, leather and textile serves its function and makes it visually distinctive. After a long day Naïve Low is inviting for a cup of coffee or tea, have a relaxing read, or small adventure while watching a movie. It is a companion which values your time and sitting quality, thus, Naïve Low is the chair to live with. Like other pieces in this family it features a body that can be easily unscrewed and flat-packed. It is composed of a long lasting natural materials and suits organically to every background.
Dew Set of 3 Mirrors
If we want to be amazed we don’t need things that are supernatural – nature is super enough as it is. Just take a glance at the morning or evening dew beautifully shaping on the various faces of plants. Inspired by such dewdrops, designer Rasa Balaišė created a mirror named Dew, which is a chic tribute to the phenomenon’s reflective yet aesthetic qualities. This mirror comes in a set of three. It also has its own four little “droplets” acting as functional details: you can place these bubble-shaped glass accessories on the lower surface – they are able to hold light jewellery, at the same time matching the chosen colour scheme. Just like real dewdrops, the mirror contains both otherworldly charm and crystal clear function. And just like dew, it freshens things up as well as carries a touch of mystery. So even though it hosts a powerful story of its own, Dew is perfect to fill with your own stylish rituals.