Designer

Kurt Naef

Kurt Naef

“If children play with our toys, they have to be able to imagine a possible form. Then they create it. Where there are many possibilities to create different forms, this really develops spatial awareness. And the colours were chosen carefully, to help young children understand colours and attract the eye”

– Naef

Kurt Naef

1926 – 2006

Kurt Naef devoted over 60 years of his life to working with wood. First, he worked as an apprenticed carpenter and later, as a designer of wooden toys, which brought him international fame. His road to success, however, was not an easy one. His destiny was formed by many coincidences, chance encounters and unexpected changes. In spite of this turbulence, what kept him from giving up?

Kurt Naef was an exceptionally inquisitive, open-minded and determined person who did not shy away from risks or challenges. Whatever the project he took into his hands, it was handled with care, and then perfected. His natural charisma and ability to inspire those around him also contributed to the growth and success of his company.