Nello
Nello is a minimalist ring puzzle with infinite potential for play. It consists of two concentric rings and a hollow centerpiece – each with convex and concave sides that nest perfectly to form a sculptural, three-dimensional target.
In sand or snow, Nello becomes a mold for playful donuts. In water, it floats like a tiny island. Indoors, it transforms into a color puzzle, a target for tossing games, or a base for Bilibo. In pretend play, it morphs into a steering wheel, a halo, or a flying saucer. Children spin it, roll it, wear it, or send marbles swirling along its curves.
The beauty of Nello lies in its radical simplicity. With no predefined function, it invites children to invent their own games and stories. The circle – one of the most universal and symbolic shapes – evokes wholeness, rhythm, and wonder. It’s a sensory object that resonates with all ages and fuels the imagination.
Nello integrates seamlessly into the MOLUK family, unlocking new possibilities across every stage of development. A timeless tool for movement, creativity, and open-ended play.
all ages
1+
Minimalist Design, Maximum Possibilities
Nello’s three interlocking rings invite creative play across all ages – as a color puzzle, spinning challenge, or kinetic art object.
Inspires Pretend Play
From steering wheel to halo, flying saucer to crown – Nello transforms into whatever a child imagines, becoming a versatile prop in storytelling and role-play.
Engages Senses and Skills
Letting the centerpiece rotate around in the outer ring is a delightful dexterity challenge that trains fine motor skills, coordination, and focus.
All-Terrain Play Value
Perfectly suited for outdoor play in summer or winter, Nello becomes a floating island, sand or snow mold, or scooping tool.
Beautifully Compatible
Like all MOLUK toys, Nello integrates seamlessly with Bilibo Mini, Oogi, and Pluï to spark new ways of combining and creating.
Age: 1+
Contents: 2 concentric rings and a hemispherical centre piece in assorted colors.
Color: blue, yellow, red
Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 2.6 mm
Material: HD-PE, 100% recyclable
Care: Easy to clean with water and soap
Compatibility: Compatible with all MOLUK toys
Nello is made from high-quality, food-grade HD-PE – an exceptionally durable, shatterproof plastic that remains resilient even at low temperatures, perfect for outdoor play in snow, sand, or water. Free from BPA and phthalates, Nello is safe, 100% recyclable, and built to last for years of active, imaginative play
Nello was designed by Alex Hochstrasser in 2014 and launched in 2015, adding the ring as an archetypical element to MOLUK’s evolving vocabulary of shapes. With its pure geometry and iconic presence, Nello becomes a versatile tool for open-ended play.
©2015 Alex Hochstrasser, all rights reserved.
Nello meets the highest international safety standards and is regularly tested by independent laboratories. It contains no small parts, no sharp edges, and no harmful substances.
A Circle of Endless Possibilities
Nello is a sculptural, open-ended toy that invites movement, creativity, and sensory play across every environment and stage of development.
Awards:
Nello received the Major Fun Award from the late Bernie De Koven, internationally renowned play theorist and “play guru.” In his review he praised Nello as “surprisingly simple, yet surprisingly surprising” – a perfect reflection of MOLUK’s design philosophy.
