About

Noat, a celebration of deepened connection with the moment, self, another, the earth, and the universe through the ritual of intimacy.

Our Offerings

Noat designs one of a kind paper goods, fragrance and curio for those seeking a quiet sense of cosmopolitan style. Noat’s products are made from the highest quality ingredients and mindful materials for the well-being of all bodies; yours and the planet’s.

 

Philosophy & Values

Noat’s products are in a flowing choreography with this ever-changing world. Guided by the principles of each moment's sacredness, the tranquility of stillness, interconnection’s gifts, reverence for all that is alive, and a commitment to sustainability, forming the foundation for an ever-growing range of offerings.

Noat values pushing conceptual boundaries to discover the unexpected, embracing intuition, and resisting labels. It is present, fluid, unisex, inclusive, and always looking to the horizon.

Noat stands in harmony with the culture and world around it. We value deep listening, responsiveness, and kindness. These values inspire the creation of deeply considered items designed to facilitate moments of connection, reflection, joy, and renewal.

  

Origin

Noat began on the west coast of Ireland, surrounded by northern light and spacious winter solitude. For three months facing the great expanse of the Atlantic Ocean NiFe studied, drew, and mapped what would become Noat’s first utterance. Noat debuted in the spring of 2016 at the National Stationery Show in NYC. Noat is now currently based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 

Our collection began as an exploration of lifelong interests in sacred space, mysticism, the esoteric, ritual, design, typography, contemporary art, and minimalism. Weaving these passions into a single expression became the personality of Noat and remains the warm currents from which the line drinks.

 

 

Founder 

NiFe studied conceptual art-making with a focus on drawing and photography, and for over two decades made a career in branding design. NiFe’s current exploration is multidisciplinary and involves performance, dance, installation, film, photography, and design. The delights discovered in the lost remnants of our human imprint have served as sparks for NiFe’s work. Noat is a presentation of the ideas and objects born from this practice.

 

It’s Conceptual 

NiFe approaches the card beyond a blank canvas, and instead as a vehicle for conceptual exploration. The modest folded sheet possesses the ability to shift perception, bear witness, incite action, and stir profound emotions. Its beauty lies in its steadfast form, inviting continuous rediscovery through fresh interpretations. 

Revering life's fleeting nature, NiFe emphasizes being present. By exploring the interplay between impermanence and permanence, NiFe contemplates what should endure and what should fade away. Embracing the transient, NiFe crafts considered ephemeral products intended for experiencing, that return to the earth without harm. Through intentional moments, connection with self, another, the universe, and the planet are nurtured. NiFe’s creations aim to quietly facilitate moments of reflection and renewal.

FSC Certified

The mission of the Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC®) is to promote environmentally sound, socially beneficial, and economically prosperous management of the world’s forests.www.fscus.org. Mohawk grades that carry the FSC-certified designation meet the strict standards set forth by FSC. License Code: FSC® C002350.

Carbon Neutral

Mohawk grades carrying the Carbon Neutral designation are made carbon neutral within Mohawk’s production processes.  In addition to purchasing enough Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to match 100% of the electricity used in our operations, the thermal energy used in the manufacture of several grades is offset through the purchase of carbon credits that fund renewable energy or emission-reduction projects. These carbon offsets meet credible third-party standards.  Through this process, Mohawk is seeking to manufacture these papers with a net zero climate impact. 

Green Seal Certified

GreenSeal is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding the environment and transforming the marketplace by promoting the manufacture, purchase and use of environmentally responsible products and services. GreenSeal develops standards, certifies products that meet their standards, and verifies the advertising claims made about those products. Mohawk’s uncoated papers meet Green Seal standard GS-7, based on 30% post consumer content and industry standard performance. Our coated papers meet GS-10 based on 15% post-consumer content, industry standard performance, and protective limits on heavy metals and formaldehyde. For more information visit GreenSeal.org.

Green-e Certified

Green-e certifies environmental commodities and products that mitigate climate change and help build a sustainable energy future. www.green-e.org. Green-e verifies that the RECs Mohawk purchases come from Green-e certified windpower projects, thereby ensuring that the RECs meet strict environmental and consumer protection standards. 

Recycled

Made with postconsumer recycled content.

Windpower

Mohawk supports the use of non-polluting wind-generated electricity through the purchase of Green-e certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from windpower projects. Today, 100% of the electricity used in Mohawk’s operations is matched with RECs.

100% Cotton

Paper made from 100% cotton. Tree free.

100% Cotton

Proudly printed in the USA on American made papers.

Finch On-site Renewable Energy

All Finch papers are produced using 66% on-site sustainable energy sources: emission-free hydroelectricity from the Hudson River and biomass co-generation from wood waste.

100% Cotton

The SFI program integrates the perpetual growing and harvesting of trees with the protection of wildlife, plants, soil, water and air quality. Learn more at www.sfiprogram.org.