Our approach, origin and the pillars of our sustainability
For Walter K., sustainability is a question of commitment
Through our behavior, we want to help preserve our natural resources and protect our environment from harmful influences.
Enduring quality and responsible business practices have driven us for 160 years
Minimal use of materials, excellent craftsmanship – and a focus on the human being
To this day, we adhere to the principles of Bauhaus: Reduction and simplicity are key concepts of the Bauhaus philosophy. Less is often more. By reducing things to the essentials, we can create durable products that last. Because minimal design is sustainable design.
The Bauhaus values were right a hundred years ago and still characterize who we are today
1. The purpose of furniture is people.
2. Beauty knows no time.
3. Craftsmanship is the refinement of design.
4. A product is good when it becomes valid.
5. The more we leave out, the more sustainable we are.
We produce in Germany
Regional Cluster with selective partners
Our sourcing has always been regional
Since 1985, we have been a member of the Deutsche Gütegemeinschaft Möbel (German Furniture Quality Association)
We have joined forces with other furniture manufacturers and suppliers who are committed to high quality standards and sustainable production in the Quality Association. The DGM develops the requirements for the internationally valid RAL-GZ 430 quality and test specifications.
- The DGM has over 130 members in Germany and abroad.
- Common standards for furniture production: sustainable, high quality, safe.
- Requirements partly exceed the already high legal requirements.
- The focus is on qualitative, ecological, social and procedural aspects.
- Vision: durable, functional, safe, health-friendly and environmentally friendly furniture.
Certified environmental management according to DIN EN ISO 14001
How does that translate into our day-to-day work?
What environmental targets have we set for 2026?
1. Installation of additional LED lighting
In recent years, a large portion of our lighting has already been converted to energy-efficient LED technology. In 2026, we will upgrade the remaining areas to LED lighting.
2. Improvement of waste separation in production areas
We aim to systematically analyse waste streams in the production areas in order to identify potential for optimizing source-separated waste collection. The focus will be on the waste fractions metals, plastics, and residual waste, with the goal of increasing the recycling rate and reducing the volume of residual waste.
3. E-mobility – construction of charging stations
In 2026, we will begin the construction of four electric vehicle charging stations in our underground parking garage in Herrenberg. These charging stations will be available for employees with company vehicles.
4. Increasing the efficiency of the building management system to reduce energy consumption
In 2026, we will review the building management system (BMS) in the new Herrenberg building to reduce energy consumption for heating and cooling.
What have we established and accomplished?
- Returnable packaging with suppliers, where possible
- Recyclable packaging for specialist retailers
- all print media
- all packaging
- Protective covers made from recycled material
- 50% reduced energy consumption through efficient vacuum pump
- 5% material savings through cutting optimization
Our headquarter building as well as our production facility are aligned with green building and operational practices
Our headquarters in Herrenberg (Germany) - built according to a comprehensive ecological concept. Awarded in 2008 by the Baden-Württemberg Chamber of Architects for Exemplary Building and by the Association of German Architects with the “Award for Good Buildings”.
Only 10 kilometres from Herrenberg: our production site in Mötzingen - awarded by the Baden-Württemberg Chamber of Architects for “Exemplary Building”. We are currently renovating various parts of the site - this will enable us to save even more energy.
Our headquarters in Herrenberg (Germany)
Our production site in Mötzingen