Hikki's Story

Per Enoksson, artist and product designer, is the founder of Hikki. Born and raised in Tärnaby in the Västerbottensfjällen mountains. Per, who has Sámi heritage, learned to craft traditional Sámi objects from natural materials as a young man - an experience that deeply influenced his later career path.

The Birth of an Idea

In the mid-90s, Per built a tent sauna similar to those used by First Nations peoples in North America for ceremonial sweat baths (Sweat Lodge). The structure was designed for a mountain cabin and could be moved easily if needed. An old enamel bathtub was placed beside it. Water was heated by fire directly beneath the tub, with flat stones on the bottom insulating against the heat from below. The experience of bathing in both the tub and the sauna created an extraordinary feeling. The rituals surrounding the bath, the fire, and bare earth beneath bare feet became an essential part of the experience. More people should experience this! This experience laid the foundation for an idea that would emerge several years later - and with it, the birth of Hikki.

Wood-Fired Bathtub - An Alternative to the Bath Tub

Years later, during a long and challenging mountain hike - when longing for a bath was at its peak - a product idea suddenly emerged. Drawing on his earlier experiences with the enamel tub and sauna bathing, Per envisioned a new type of bathtub. Or rather, a wood-fired bathtub. Something with rapid heating, easy cleaning, and thoughtful design. His inspiration came from old zinc tubs with their beautiful patina and the experience of bathing and fire in the open air. Creating something new from something ancient became the goal of his design, to produce durable products for bathing, rest, and outdoor recreation. The first prototype of a wood-fired bathtub came in 2009, and at its launch in 2010 it was named Bohemen. Designing simple, durable products with timeless design - that encourage a restful lifestyle - is at the heart of Hikki's concept.