Chaku

Chaku is a handy trivet for hot pots and pans, consisting of two triangular wooden pieces connected by a short string made from recycled plastic bottles.

You can position the Chaku as needed by by placing the pieces farther apart or closer together. The triangular wooden profiles ensure stability, no matter how they are arranged. This way, the Chaku supports everything from a hot pan to a baking sheet, depending on the size and shape of the cookware.

Looking for larger quantities or to use this product in a project? Ask for a free quotation here. On our download page, you can find 3d models, high-res images, and other product information.

Variations

Available in walnut and in oak and the cord in blue, black, red, blended or beige.

the Vij5
steps
of Chaku

Transparency of the production chain comes naturally to us.

For us, that doesn't just mean giving information about where something has been produced. Our chain starts much earlier: with the designer of the product!

We'll tell you the whole story. Click on the buttons to discover the different steps:

Chaku was designed by KellerFreyschmidt, a Berlin based design studio founded by designers Lisa Keller and Fynn Freyschmidt. They share a passion for innovation and functionality and design products that leave room for personal interpretation and that are easy to integrate into everyday life.

Fynn and Lisa originally designed the Chaku coaster for themselves to use in their own home. As it has proven itself to perform just perfectly in everyday use, they decided to make it accessible to more people.

The name 'Chaku' is derived from the 'nunchaku', an item from the Japanese martial arts. It consists of two hardwood sticks connected by a chain or rope. The appearance of the Chaku resembles this, the function is of course completely different!

KellerFreyschmidt

"We love objects that stimulate your senses and are super functional at the same time."

Lisa Keller

Chaku has been part of the Vij5 collection since 2020. The very simple and sympathetic design immediately appealed to us. In our opinion, it is a product that fits every kitchen. Just don't be fooled by the simple appearance because the product is also super functional and well thought out.

"As convenient as Chaku performs on the table, you can also store this coaster when not in use. Hang it on a nice hook or put it in your cutlery drawer, for example!"

Arjan & Anieke

Via e-mail and video calls, we managed to fine-tune the Chaku production together with Fynn and Lisa. We quickly agreed that the product had to be made in beautiful, high-quality materials. The wooden parts had to be made very precisely and we wanted to make the cord stand out as a beautiful but also responsibly made detail. In the end, we opted for a cord made from recycled PET bottles, which is available in different colours.

The base of the Chaku is made in small batches in Eindhoven from solid oak or walnut. The wooden parts are treated with “Osmo hard-wax oil” for a natural look.

The rope that connects the two triangular wooden shapes is energy positively produced in the Netherlands from European recycled PET bottles.

In the material passport you can find where and by whom the different parts of this product are made.

Would you like to see this product in real life?

Come visit our showroom in Den Bosch or stop by one of our ambassadors or other retail locations. Be sure to check in advance to see if they actually have this item in stock—not all retail locations carry the entire collection.

In need of larger quantities or considering it for a project?

Please contact Arjan and request a quotation here.

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Showroom

At our studio in Den Bosch, near the home furnishings district and just two minutes from the A2, everything comes together: showroom, workshop, warehouse, and office. Most of the products from the Vij5 collection are on display here.

Our showroom is still under construction, but you’re, of course, more than welcome to visit. Please contact us in advance and let us know which products you’d like to see, and we’ll see what we can do.

You can easily make an appointment by email or phone.

Ambassadors

A Vij5 Ambassador is, just like us, a great fan of the Vij5 collection. It is more than just a point of sale — it is a store that knows our products that little bit better. There is always someone available who can tell you all about the Vij5 collection.

Vij5 Ambassadors are specialists in, for example, our lighting, furniture and/or accessories, and are happy to advise you. A beautiful selection of products from our collection is available in their stores. If a particular item is not in stock, a Vij5 Ambassador can always order it for you.