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Cords is a Swedish design brand founded in Stockholm in 2023 with a clear mission: making power strips, chargers and cables so beautiful you no longer need to hide them. All Cords products are made from at least 50% recycled polycarbonate, feature magnetic neodymium mounts and have won both the iF Design Award 2026 and the Red Dot Design Award 2026. At Charles & Marie you'll find the complete Cords range in all five colours — from compact power strips to the 165-watt GaN charger.
The Cords Range at Charles & Marie
Six products, five colours (Jet Black, Sand, Pale Pink, Electric Orange, Mist White), one cohesive design language. The Cubical C1 (€69) is the all-rounder: three Schuko sockets plus two USB-C ports delivering 65 watts — enough to charge a MacBook, not just a phone. The Circular C2 (€67) packs four Schuko sockets into a round form with adjustable cable length. The Squared S1 (€49) is the flattest power strip in the range at just 4.5 cm — four Schuko sockets, magnetic mount, disappears under any desk. The Cylindric UX1 (€123) is a pure USB-C charger with GaN technology: 165 watts total, four ports, charges a laptop, tablet and two phones simultaneously. Plus the braided Extend E1 extension cables in 2 m (€35) and 3 m (€42) with a woven silicone jacket.
Why Cords? — Where Engineering Meets Aesthetics
Cords was founded by five people who asked why power strips had to be the ugliest object in every room. The answer: they don't. Designed by Viktor Lundberg, each product follows the principle of "Calm Technology" — tech that's there when you need it and visually disappears when you don't. The magnetic neodymium mounts attach the strip to table legs, metal shelves or the included mounting plate — cables vanish behind furniture, not in front of it. All products hold EU design patents, and the braided silicone cables are built to last: technically (surge protection, GaN efficiency), materially (recycled polycarbonate, FSC packaging), aesthetically (timeless colours, no trend palette) and emotionally (products you're happy to show, not hide).
What Cords Customers Say
"Sehr hochwertig verarbeitet. Sieht super aus. Ich liebe es." — That's how a German buyer describes his Cords power strip. Cords products carry an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars. More voices: "Superior to similar products I have tried like this" — Adam Katz Sinding, photographer. "Made my room look uncluttered by using the magnet to hide all the cables" — verified buyer. "Clean and simple that feels like premium" — Fredrik Jonsson. What customers highlight most: build quality, the clever magnetic mount and the feeling of finally finding a power strip you don't need to hide behind the sofa.
Cords vs. Avolt — Two Scandinavian Design Approaches
Anyone searching for designer power strips will come across two Swedish brands: Cords and Avolt. Both aim to make power supply more beautiful — but with different strengths. Cords offers three distinct shapes (cube, round, flat) and delivers 65 watts via USB-C — enough for laptop charging. Avolt focuses on its iconic cube with 30-watt USB-C, optimised for phones and tablets. The Cylindric UX1 from Cords — a standalone 165-watt GaN charger with four ports — has no equivalent at Avolt. If you want maximum charging power and design variety, Cords is the technically stronger choice. By the way: both brands are available at Charles & Marie — we're happy to help you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cords?
Cords is a design brand founded in Stockholm in 2023, making power strips, USB-C chargers and textile cables. The brand follows the principle of "Calm Technology for Modern Spaces" — tech that performs brilliantly while doubling as a design object. All products are made from at least 50% recycled polycarbonate.
Which Cords products does Charles & Marie carry?
Charles & Marie stocks the full Cords range: power strips Cubical C1 (€69), Circular C2 (€67) and Squared S1 (€49), the GaN charger Cylindric UX1 (€123), and extension cables Extend E1 in 2 m (€35) and 3 m (€42). All available in five colours: Jet Black, Sand, Pale Pink, Electric Orange and Mist White.
What makes Cords power strips special?
Three things set Cords apart from conventional power strips: first, the magnetic neodymium mount that attaches to metal surfaces and hides cables. Second, USB-C ports delivering up to 65 watts — powerful enough for laptops. Third, the materials: recycled polycarbonate and braided silicone cables built for longevity. This earned them both the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award in 2026.
How many watts does the Cords USB-C port deliver?
The Cubical C1 delivers 65 watts via USB-C — enough to fast-charge a MacBook Air or iPad Pro. The standalone Cylindric UX1 charger reaches 165 watts total (GaN technology) across four USB-C ports. For comparison: many designer power strips from other brands offer only 30 watts USB-C.
Are Cords products compatible with European sockets?
Yes, all Cords power strips and extension cables use the Schuko plug (Type F), the standard for Germany, Austria and most EU countries. Products are rated for 230 V / 50 Hz and carry CE certification.
What material are Cords products made of?
The housings are made from at least 50% recycled polycarbonate. The cables feature a braided silicone-textile hybrid sheath that's more durable and grippier than conventional PVC cables. Packaging is FSC-certified. All products hold EU design patents.
Has Cords won design awards?
Yes, two of the most prestigious in 2026: the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award went to the Cylindric UX1 (GaN charger) and the Circular C2 (power strip). Cords has also been featured in Dezeen, Wallpaper* and Core77.
What colours are available?
All Cords products come in five colours: Jet Black, Sand (warm beige), Pale Pink, Electric Orange and Mist White (matte white). Every colour is available across all product lines — so you can create a consistent look throughout your space.
Cords at Charles & Marie — Swedish cable design that tidies up your space. Power strips, USB-C chargers & textile cables in five colours.
