PAPER & TEA

🌟 PAPER & TEA Wins Big at the Gmund Award! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that our Tea for Tomorrow Advent Calendar has been awarded the Special Prize for Green Innovation at the prestigious Gmund Award by Büttenpapierfabrik Gmund! 🏆 This achievement is a testament to our commitment to #sustainability, #innovation, and high-quality #craftsmanship. The award ceremony took place at the UNFOLDED Festival in Gmund at Tegernsee, where our products were proudly showcased. What makes our Tea for Tomorrow Advent calendar stand out? ✅ Innovation & Sustainability: Featuring our innovative tea paper, developed in partnership with #GMUND, adorning the exterior, made from sustainable materials and tea waste. ✅ Consistently sustainable: Every #detail has been carefully considered, selecting exclusively materials and partners that fulfill our high standards in sustainable #development. ✅ Thoughtful Design: A seamless blend of carefully chosen #materials and expert craftsmanship. Every element reflects attention to detail and provides a design that pleases the eye while meeting all #functional requirements. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to this incredible project. This recognition #motivates us to continue creating unique and sustainable products that inspire. #GmundAward #Sustainability #GreenInnovation #PaperAndTea #UNFOLDED2024 #TeaForTomorrow #ProductDesign #EcoFriendly #EnrichLife

🌟 Kicking Off the #Tea Season with a Productive Sales Meeting in Bad Krozingen! 🍵 What a fantastic time we had at our recent #sales meeting at the wonderful Nouri hotel in Bad Krozingen! It was the perfect #opportunity to bring the team together, align on our goals, and gear up for the exciting tea season ahead. Beyond just #business, we enjoyed some fun moments that reminded us why we #love what we do – sharing the finest teas with the world in a way that’s both inspiring and meaningful. As we dive into this new #season, we're more motivated than ever to continue delivering exceptional experiences for our customers. With great #teamwork, creativity, and passion, we’re ready to make this our best #season yet! #SalesMeeting #TeaSeason #TeamSpirit #PassionForTea #PaperAndTea #SalesTeam #WorkAndFun #Motivation #BadKrozingen #EnrichLife

🌿 PAPER & TEA at the UNFOLDED Festival 2024 🌿 We are excited to announce our participation in the UNFOLDED Festival 2024 by Büttenpapierfabrik Gmund where the theme, Fibers & Brands, focuses on the importance of tangible, analog communication in a digital world. As a celebration of #craftsmanship and #sustainable innovation, the event will gather creatives and brands to explore how #fibers can make brands and messages more impactful. In this context, we are especially proud to showcase our unique #tea-infused #paper for the first time—a result of our partnership with Büttenpapierfabrik Gmund. This innovative material not only aligns with the festival’s core theme but also forms the foundation of the Tea for Tomorrow calendar, our latest partnership #design product. Additionally, Jean-Philippe Aiguier, Director of Sustainability at PAPER & TEA, will be a speaker at the Open House Masterclass, “Next Generation – Developing Sustainable Products,” sharing our vision for eco-friendly product development. We’re also excited for the GMUND Awards ceremony, which will recognize outstanding achievements in categories like #packaging and more. Looking forward to connecting with the #community and showcasing our passion for sustainability and #innovation at this incredible event! Join us today at this inspiring event in Gmund at Tegernsee! Photo credits: Gmund Papier & Greenfibra Labs #Sustainability #Innovation #FibersAndBrands #AnalogCommunication #PAPERandTEA #UNFOLDED2024 #TeaInfusedPaper #Design #GmundPaper #EnrichLife

🍵 PAPER & TEA Embraces Retail Innovation! 🌍 We’re excited to introduce Tap to Pay via iPhone in over 20 PAPER & TEA stores across Germany! Thanks to our partnerships with Positive Minds GmbH and NewStore, Inc., this new feature adds to our cashless environment, making the shopping experience even more seamless and efficient. What’s new? With Tap to Pay, customers can now finalize their purchases with a simple tap on an iPhone, without needing additional devices or cards. This integration allows our team to assist customers more effectively, offering faster service and smoother transactions throughout the store. Why it matters: Convenience: Tap to Pay simplifies the payment process, making checkout quicker and frictionless. Efficiency: Our staff can now handle payments directly, improving in-store operations and speeding up service. Technology Forward: This upgrade reflects our commitment to using cutting-edge technology to enhance the retail experience for both customers and employees. We can’t wait to welcome you in-store and show you how easy shopping with us can be! #RetailInnovation #TapToPay #CustomerExperience #PaperAndTea #Newstore #Positiveminds #TeaLovers #RetailTech #EnrichLife

Tasteful Recycling: Tea-Infused Paper Collaboration by Büttenpapierfabrik Gmund and PAPER & TEA We’re thrilled to announce our innovative partnership with Gmund Papier, a leader in #ecological design paper, to bring sustainability to a new level. Together, we’ve created a unique, high-quality design paper containing 10% #tea leftovers, making a creative contribution to closing the #loops. At PAPER & TEA our commitment to sustainability drives us to find efficient waste management #solutions, and this collaboration is a perfect example. By reusing dry tea leftovers, which cannot be avoided at some points, we’re contributing to a circular economy, turning what was once waste into a new, environmentally friendly product. Gmund Papier, known for blending tradition with cutting-edge environmental solutions, has been instrumental in developing this innovative tea paper. Their expertise in #sustainable paper production makes them the ideal partner in this venture. The new tea-infused paper is already being used in our business cards and can be experienced in our stores soon. Each sheet is unique, with visible tea particles adding to its distinct look and feel. This partnership highlights our shared vision of protecting the planet through innovative products and sustainable practices. We’re excited to showcase this project at the upcoming UNFOLDED Festival on September 19th in Gmund, where the new tea paper will be unveiled. Together, we can make a meaningful impact, one sheet of paper at a time. Find more about our collaboration in our new blog post: https://lnkd.in/dnYmjeWp #Sustainability #Innovation #Upcycling #EcoFriendly #GmundPapier #PaperAndTea #CircularEconomy #SustainableDesign #EnrichLife Photo credits: ©Gmund Papier & Greenfibra Labs

Design Excellence: PAPER & TEA Wins ICONIC AWARDS for Store and Office Design We at PAPER & TEA are thrilled to announce that we have been honored with two ICONIC AWARDS this year. Our store on Berlin’s #Kurfürstendamm was named a Winner in the "INTERIOR – Retail" category, while our Berlin headquarters office earned the top honor, "Best of Best," in the "INTERIOR – Corporate" category. The ICONIC AWARDS, hosted by the Rat für Formgebung - German Design Council, recognize outstanding achievements in #architecture, #interior design, and #communication. This international competition celebrates innovative design and attracts top architects, designers, and brands globally. 'Our stores invite customers to experience a unique way of shopping with all their senses. We aim to provide a retreat from the hectic pace of everyday life, where every detail is designed to make them feel welcome. This award affirms that our distinctive design, uncompromising commitment to quality materials, products, and customer-centricity set the highest standards. We've applied this same philosophy to our new headquarters, offering our colleagues and partners a second home,' says Goran Pavlic, CEO of PAPER & TEA. Collaborating with Schwitzke & Górski we designed our office to inspire #creativity and Hashtag #flexibility, reflecting our brand values. PAPER & TEA also partnered with Graz-based pluspunkt architektur to transform its stores into multisensory experiences. The stores’ design, influenced by #Japanese and #Scandinavian aesthetics, seamlessly connects the brand’s products with their cultural origins, highlighting tea's timeless relevance. Thank you for being part of our #journey as we continue to create spaces that inspire and delight. #DesignExcellence #ICONICAwards #PAPERandTEA #InteriorDesign #RetailDesign #CorporateDesign #Architecture #Creativity #Innovation #AwardWinningDesign #EnrichLife Credits: PAPER & TEA OFFICE, BERLIN - Clemens Poloczek for PAPER & TEA PAPER & TEA STORE, BERLIN - Schnepp Renou for PAPER & TEA

We are delighted to announce the grand #opening of our new PAPER & TEA space in the vibrant district of Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, in the Frederiksberg Centret 📍 We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us to #celebrate this milestone. Our new space is a testament to our commitment to providing the finest selection of premium #teas, beautifully crafted accessories and an #oasis for everyone who needs a little break full of relaxation and #enjoyment in their everyday lives. We look forward to welcoming you in the Falkoner Alle 21, 2000 Frederiksberg, Denmark and to creating memorable experiences together. 🌿🍵 #PaperAndTea #Frederiksberg #Copenhagen #GrandOpening #PremiumTea #Stationery #BusinessGrowth #ThankYou #EnrichLife

Our love for brewing doesn't end with tea... ☕ We're thrilled about our partnership with THE BARN BERLIN! This collaboration brings together two brands dedicated to the art of #quality and #craftsmanship in tea and coffee. At PAPER & TEA, we pride ourselves on sourcing the finest teas from around the world, building strong relationships with growers like Minoru Iizuka in #Japan. Their dedication to #excellence ensures that each tea leaf is meticulously harvested and processed to deliver unmatched flavor. THE BARN, a Berlin-based coffee roastery renowned for its rigorous #selection and precision in #coffee processing, shares our commitment to quality. Their handpicked coffee cherries are crafted with care to bring out the fullest, richest flavors. To celebrate our shared dedication, we’re excited to offer a special treat to our customers: with every PAPER & TEA online #order, they will receive a #complimentary sample of THE BARN’s exquisite coffee. This unique gift is our way of sharing the joy of high-quality tea and coffee with all of you. Join us in savoring the synergy of two worlds—tea and coffee—each reflecting a deep respect for tradition and excellence. #PaperAndTea #TheBarnBerlin #Collaboration #TeaAndCoffee ##Partnerships #EnrichLife

Discover the Art of Making Brands Tangible in Spaces   We at Paper & Tea are delighted to share our excitement about the latest episode of the Podcast #Trendakademie of Trendforum Retail, where our Chief Brand Officer, Markus Schwitzke, delves into the fascinating world of #brand spaces with Daniel Schnödt.   Since joining Paper & Tea in 2022, Markus has been instrumental in evolving our concept of Shop Pairing. We blend tea with table culture and paper, crafting spaces where main elements and subtle details work together harmoniously. This approach has allowed us to balance #Entertainment, #Experience, #Engagement, and #Education in our stores, transforming them into beloved destinations. From our quiet beginnings in Berlin, we’ve blossomed into a success story with nearly 40 locations.   In this 120-minute episode, Markus explores how tea, retail, and thoughtful design intersect to create #spaces that resonate deeply with our customers. He shares how these spaces become more than just shops—they turn into places where a unique culture of exchange thrives, benefiting everyone involved.   🎧 Tune in to the Podcast Trendakademie and join Markus as he reveals the secrets behind making brands tangible in spaces. We’re also excited to invite you to meet Markus in person at the #TrendforumRetail on June 25-26 in #Frankfurt. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn more about our journey and the innovative #concepts that make our spaces so special.   Stay connected with us for this compelling #Podcast in the #TrendAkademie series. Together, let’s explore how we bring brands to life through the power of space. #Retail #Branding #Design #TeaCulture #PaperAndTea #EnrichLife

Celebrating Our #Partners on International Tea Day! 🍃 Tea enthusiasts unite! Today, on International Tea Day, we raise our cups to celebrate not only the exquisite beverage but also the incredible journey behind each cup of tea. At PAPER & TEA, we cherish the rich traditions woven into every sip and honor the #artisans who bring these #traditions to life. Tea is more than just a drink; it's a symbol of unity, bringing together people from diverse #cultures and backgrounds. Today, we pay tribute to the centuries-old customs that make tea a cultural phenomenon. Our commitment to preserving and promoting this heritage is unwavering. From the tranquil tea gardens of #Japan to the sun-kissed plantations in #Malawi, we embark on a global quest to discover the finest teas and the passionate souls behind them. In Japan, our tea experts explored the art of green tea, uncovering the secrets that shape its unparalleled quality and #flavor. Our best-selling matcha, sourced from Kagoshima, exemplifies the excellence of Japanese tea #craftsmanship. But our journey doesn't end there. We traverse the #globe, forging close partnerships with producers who share our dedication to quality and sustainability. From traditional blends to innovative creations, our curated selection reflects the diversity and ingenuity of the #tea world. One such gem is the Satemwa Tea & Coffee Estate in Malawi, where tradition meets innovation in every handcrafted blend. Our collaboration with visionary producers like Alexander Kay underscores our #commitment to pushing the boundaries of tea craftsmanship. So, as you savor your favorite brew today, take a moment to appreciate the hands that cultivate, craft, and curate each cup of tea. Here's to our partners, whose passion and #expertise infuse every sip with joy and delight. Happy International Tea Day! Let's raise a cup to unity, tradition, and the endless possibilities brewing in every pot. #InternationalTeaDay #TeaTraditions #TeaPartnerships #EnrichLife #PaperAndTea #DayofTea