Tripp Trapp

Lore & Background

Peter Opsvik developed the Tripp Trapp after noticing that his son Tor had no chair that could position him at the correct height at the family dinner table and enable him to participate with the rest of the family. He then created a chair that was adjustable and changed with the size of his son as he grew bigger. The chair did not sell well initially, but a news segment on Norwegian television in 1974 sparked an interest that has gained strength over the years.

Reader's Guide

The Tripp Trapp high chair represents a significant development in children's seating, combining ergonomic principles with long-term usability. Its adjustable seat and foot plates allow it to accommodate a child from infancy to adulthood, reducing the need for multiple chairs as a child grows. The chair's stability and correct spacing enable even a young toddler to climb into it safely by themselves. Supplementary accessories, such as the Baby Set, Tripp Trapp Cushion, Tray, and Newborn Set, have broadened its functionality. Made primarily from beechwood, with some limited editions in oak, the Tripp Trapp has achieved enduring commercial success, selling over 10 million units by 2016. Its designer, Peter Opsvik, also co-designed the original Balans kneeling chair with Hans Christian Mengshoel, further establishing his influence in ergonomic furniture design.

Did You Know?

• Tripp Trapp was formerly known as KinderZeat in North America.
• It was developed by Norwegian furniture designer Peter Opsvik for Stokke AS.
• By 2016, more than 10 million Tripp Trapp chairs had been sold.