A history of originality

Ever since we first opened our doors in 1911, our ambition has been to create simple,

functional furniture with a focus on craftsmanship. Discrete details, and only the finest,

long-lasting materials. Authentic designs rooted in our Nordic heritage expressed in an

honest, enduring aesthetic.

From our humble beginnings as Fredericia Stolefabrik – meaning

“chair factory” – we have continued to build on our furniture

expertise and reputation for impeccable craftsmanship. Highlights

from our history include our collaboration with Børge Mogensen

who redefined our brand in 1955. A move by Fredericia owner

Andreas Graversen to infuse Fredericia’s heritage of high quality

with innovation and Mogensen’s honest and unpretentious

approach, balanced by a refined sense of functionality, was avant-

garde at the time. He was one of the first to promote an ethical

approach to design, where he sought to connect long-lasting

quality, rational production, natural materials, and human empathy.

An uncompromising approach he embodied in his own work.

While at the same time, he insisted on an artistic expression that

became his trademark. The next generation of Graversen, Thomas

son of Andreas, ushered in a new era with the collaboration

with Nanna Ditzel as Head of Design in 1989. One of the most

prominent figures of Danish design, Ditzel challenged the status

quo with daring original thinking. Adding her artistic angle and

signature sophistication to an array of award-winning pieces during

her tenure at Fredericia developing the collections until 2005.

To address the growing popularity of our designs and our

strategy for international expansion under the direction of Thomas

Graversen and CEO Kaja Møller, we’ve extended our circle of

designers to include international names worth knowing. Such as

Jasper Morrison, Shin Azumi, Space Copenhagen, Cecilie Manz,

Hugo Passos, Welling/Ludvik and more. Along with our continued

collaborations with the heirs of original masters, such as Børge

Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner, Jens Risom and Nanna Ditzel.

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