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Carl Hansen & Søn is a Danish manufacturer of designer furniture and lighting. Many Carl Hansen & Søn products are on display in the showroom and available for immediate delivery.

Carl Hansen & Søn

Carl Hansen & Søn is particularly well known for its long collaboration with Hans J. Wegner, a major figure in Scandinavian design, whose famous Wishbone CH24 chair it has manufactured since 1949.

Scandinavia Design is an authorized Carl Hansen & Søn dealer. Our showroom displays many of its products [read more].

Carl Hansen & Søn is a Danish family design company, founded in 1908 by cabinetmaker Carl Hansen. Today, the company is run by Knud Erik Hansen, the third generation of Hansens. Although often omitted from the company's history, it should be noted that for 20 years the company was run by a woman, Ella Hansen, wife of Holger Hansen.

For over a century, Carl Hansen & Søn has specialized in the manufacture of exceptional furniture, the work of visionary designers. The company's philosophy is based on the conviction that a lasting piece of furniture should be a combination of simplicity, aesthetics and functionality, the result of meticulous work with materials of the highest quality.

The evolution of Carl Hansen & Søn has been profoundly influenced by its long-term relationship with one of the greatest designers of all time: Hans J. Wegner. This collaboration began in 1949 and gave rise to iconic pieces such as the Wishbone CH24 chair

Hans Wegner was a considerable driving force behind the success and development of Carl Hansen, but also behind the international success of the Danish modernist movement from the 1950s onwards.

Today, Carl Hansen & Søn continues to work closely with Studio Hans J. Wegner and is the world's largest producer of Wegner furniture, all made in Denmark. 

The company also produces important works by other mid-century Danish masters, and collaborates with contemporary designers who perpetuate the fundamental principles of Danish modernism.

Carl Hansen & Søn has considerably expanded its international presence under the leadership of Knud Erik Hansen. The company has flagship stores and showrooms all over the world, as well as retailers in France (notably in Saint-Georges-desSept-Voies), the United States, Japan and Hong Kong. 

Despite this expansion, the company's century-old commitment to producing world-class design has remained constant.

Sustainability and ecological responsibility are at the heart of Carl Hansen & Søn's concerns. Wood comes from responsibly managed forests and wood waste is recycled for local heating.

But above all, today as in the past, Carl Hansen & Søn is convinced that the essential key to sustainable living is to make and buy things that last. The company uses the finest materials and craftsmanship in everything it produces, with the hope that its furniture will be passed on and enjoyed for generations.

The company also invests in the future of craftsmanship by training young apprentices. In 2019, Carl Hansen & Søn introduced The Lab, a mentoring program designed to complement the time apprentices spend learning on the production site.

Carl Hansen & Søn offers a warranty of up to five years on its indoor furniture and two years on its outdoor furniture, demonstrating its confidence in the quality and durability of its products.

Carl Hansen & Søn Chairs

Wishbone CH24 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950
Wishbone CH24 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950

Wishbone CH24 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950 

The CH24 Chair - or Wishbone Chair, in reference to its chicken breast-shaped backrest - is the most famous and best-selling chair by Danish designer Hans J. Wegner.

Elbow CH20 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1956
Elbow CH20 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1956

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Elbow CH20 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1956 

Designed in 1956 with a timeless, classic beauty, the Elbow CH20 chair only went into production in 2005.

CH23 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950
CH23 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950

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CH23 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950 

The CH23 chair is part of the first collection of 4 chairs designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen.

Chaise-T OW58 Ole Wanscher, 1958 Carl Hansen & Søn
Chaise-T OW58 Ole Wanscher, 1958 Carl Hansen & Søn

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T-Chair OW58 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Ole Wanscher, 1958

The OW58 chair's T-shape and beautiful joinery transitions offer a marriage of classic and bold lines. The look is as light as it is elegant.

PK1 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Poul Kjærhom, 1955
PK1 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Poul Kjærhom, 1955

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PK1 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Poul Kjærhom, 1955

The PK1 chair was the first chair designed by Poul Kjærholm, in 1955, and marked the beginning of his impressive career in furniture design.

CH88 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1955
CH88 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1955

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CH88 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1955

The CH88 Chair is an example of Hans J. Wegner's exploration of materials. The elegant combination of wood and steel, eventually complemented by the upholstered seat, demonstrates Wegner's ability a conjure up soft, comfortable minimalist forms.

Carl Hansen & Søn Tables

CH337 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962
CH337 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

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CH337 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

Hans Wegner's series of extendable oval wooden tables includes three models, CH337, CH338 and CH339, which differ in length, but share the same comfortable width of 115 cm and a sliding system for up to 4 extensions.

Embrace table – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS
Embrace table – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS

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Embrace table – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS

The Embrace E020 dining table completes the eponymous collection, which includes a lounge chair, an armchair, chairs and coffee tables.

table CH327 design Hans Wegner, 1962 Carl Hansen & Søn
CH327 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

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CH327 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

Hans Wegner's magnificent CH327 table is available in two lengths and can be extended at either end.

Asserbo table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961
Asserbo table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961

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Asserbo table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961

Made from solid eucalyptus, the Asserbo table and bench were designed by Børge Mogensen for his own holiday home in 1961.

Carl Hansen & Søn Lounge chairs

CH25 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950
CH25 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950

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CH25 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1950

The CH25 armchair is still extremely popular and has been in uninterrupted production since 1950 - a sign of Wegner's visionary approach.

CH07 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1963
CH07 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1963

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CH07 lounge chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1963

When Hans J. Wegner unveiled his CH07 armchair in 1963, many critics praised its frankly avant-garde aesthetic, but the general public, baffled, was much more reserved.

Cuba MG501 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Morten Gøttler, 1997
Cuba MG501 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Morten Gøttler, 1997

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Cuba MG501 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Morten Gøttler, 1997

The Cuba MG501 folding armchair is lightweight, easy to handle and designed for contemporary living rooms, open-plan kitchen living areas and other modern, relaxed spaces.

Plico FK10 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1964
Plico FK10 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1964

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Mama Bear CH78 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1954
Mama Bear CH78 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1954

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Mama Bear CH78 chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1954

Affectionately known as the Mama Bear Chair, the CH78 Armchair was introduced in 1954 as an extension of Wegner's 1952 CH71 “Mini Bear” armchair.

Carl Hansen & Søn Coffee tables

CH004 nesting tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1952
CH004 nesting tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1952

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CH004 nesting tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1952

The light, organic look of our nesting tables gives them a distinctive Wegner identity, where every detail has been thought through.

BM0488S tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958
BM0488S tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958

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BM0488S tables – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958

Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen as a complement to the BM0865 Daybed, the BM0488 bench-table boasts a beautiful construction in oak heartwood, the central part of the trunk dense and flawless, with cabinet joints, rounded edges and double-weave wicker seat.

CH008 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1954
CH008 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1954

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CH008 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1954

The CH008 a three-legged coffee table by Hans J. Wegner is a classic in the Carl Hansen & Søn catalog and a benchmark of Scandinavian design.

CH417 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1970
CH417 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1970

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CH417 table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1970

The CH417 reversible table by Hans J. Wegner is simply designed with a folding base and a reversible round top, making it easy to store and change its appearance in the blink of an eye.

Carl Hansen & Søn Stools and benches

Asserbo bench – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961
Asserbo bench – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961

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Asserbo bench – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1961

The Asserbo table and bench were designed by Børge Mogensen for his own holiday home in 1961.

Egyptian stool OW2000 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Ole Wanscher, 1957
Egyptian stool OW2000 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Ole Wanscher, 1957

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Egyptian stool OW2000 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Ole Wanscher, 1957

Ole Wanscher designed the Egyptian folding stool with inspiration from ancient Thebes. Though graceful in line, it inspires dignity and power.

BM0488 bench table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958
BM0488 bench table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958

BM0488 table bench – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1958

Designed to complement the BM0865 daybed, the BM0488 boasts beautiful oak heartwood construction, the dense, flawless center section of the trunk, with cabinet joints, rounded edges and a double-weave wicker seat.

CH56 / CH58 barstool – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner
CH56 / CH58 barstool – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner

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CH56 / CH58 barstool – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner

The superb CH56 (height 76 cm) and CH58 (height 68 cm) barstools were designed by Hans Wegner in 1985.

Carl Hansen & Søn Sofas

Embrace modular sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS
Embrace modular sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS
Embrace modular sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS
Embrace modular sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS

Embrace modular sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS

Embrace is a flexible, modular sofa with an elegant wooden frame, combining formal rigor, relaxed comfort, sensual materials and craftsmanship.

Sideways sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost, 2021
Sideways sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost, 2021
Sideways sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost, 2021
Sideways sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost, 2021

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Sideways sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost, 2021

The shape of the asymmetrical Sideways sofa is an invitation to conversation. Designed by Danish designer Rikke Frost, the Sideways sofa combines classic materials such as wood and paper cord.

CH72 sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1952
CH72 sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1952

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CH72 sofa – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1952

The CH71 armchair and CH72 sofa have not been produced since the late 1970s. These two compact but very comfortable pieces illustrate the talent of the famous Danish architect and designer Hans Wegner when it comes to blending wood and fabric.

Daybed Colonial OW150 Ole Wanscher, 1950 Carl Hansen & Søn
Daybed Colonial OW150 Ole Wanscher, 1950 Carl Hansen & Søn
Daybed Colonial OW150 Ole Wanscher, 1950 Carl Hansen & Søn

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Daybed Colonial OW150 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Ole Wanscher, 1950

The Daybed Colonial OW150 is a meridienne with timeless lines and exceptional finishes. The solid wood frame is stretched with cotton strips, and the mattress can be covered with fabric or leather.

Carl Hansen & Søn Shelves, sideboards and enfilades

BM0057 sideboard – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1957
BM0057 sideboard – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen, 1957

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BM0253 shelving system – Carl Hansen & Søn – Børge Mogensen

Conceived in 1953 but never produced, the BM0253 shelving system has finally seen the light of day thanks to Carl Hansen & Søn. Simple and elegant, it perfectly illustrates Børge Mogensen's philosophy of “furniture under construction”, designed to adapt to changing needs and spaces over time.

FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963
FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963

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FK63 bookcase – Carl Hansen & Søn – Fabricius & Kastholm, 1963

The FK63 Modular Bookcase system is made from solid oak at Carl Hansen & Søn's factory in Gelsted on Funen, Denmark, and it takes many hours of painstaking carpentry before the finished shelves can be shipped to customers around the world.

Carl Hansen & Søn Outdoor furniture

Embrace Outdoor E008 & E022 EOOS, 2023 – Carl Hansen & Søn
collection Embrace Outdoor E008 & E022 EOOS, 2023 – Carl Hansen & Søn
collection Embrace Outdoor E008 & E022 EOOS, 2023 – Carl Hansen & Søn
collection Embrace Outdoor E008 & E022 EOOS, 2023 – Carl Hansen & Søn
collection Embrace Outdoor E008 & E022 EOOS, 2023 – Carl Hansen & Søn

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Embrace Outdoor collection – Carl Hansen & Søn – EOOS

The Embrace Outdoor collection is an extension of the Embrace Indoor series.

Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn
Mobilier de Jardin BM Series Børge Mogensen, 1968/1970 Carl Hansen & Søn

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AH Outdoor collection – Carl Hansen & Søn – Alfred Homann

Simplicity, clarity and logic were the design principles that guided Alfred Homann during the development of the AH Outdoor series, where all superfluous details were eliminated in favor of simple expression and great functionality.

Cuba chair MG501 outdoor Morten Gøttler, 1997 Carl Hansen & Søn
Cuba chair MG501 outdoor Morten Gøttler, 1997 Carl Hansen & Søn

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Cuba chair MG501 outdoor – Carl Hansen & Søn – Morten Gøttler, 1997

The outdoor version of the Cuba armchair is made of oiled teak with synthetic braided straps. Lightweight and easy to handle, it's ideal for terraces and gardens, and can be easily folded and stored by leaning it against a wall.

Mobilier enfant Carl Hansen & Søn

ND54 high chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel, 1954
ND54 high chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel, 1954
ND54 high chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel, 1954

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ND54 high chair – Carl Hansen & Søn – Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel, 1954

The ND54 high chair by Nanna Ditzel is a beautiful, durable piece of design that adapts to the needs of growing children.

Peter’s chair & table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1944
Peter’s chair & table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1944
Peter’s chair & table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1944

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Peter’s chair & table – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1944

Hans J. Wegner designed Peter's chair and table as a gift for the son of his friend and fellow furniture designer Børge Mogensen, in 1944, at a time when the Second World War made it very difficult to find quality toys.

Wishbone chair limited ed. – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950
Wishbone chair limited ed. – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950

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Wishbone chair limited ed. – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1950

“We've been dreaming for years of creating a child-sized version of the iconic Wishbone chair, and we're delighted with the result. This smaller version of the Wishbone chair blends in perfectly with the rest of the home furnishings and makes an ideal gift idea for future design enthusiasts.”

Carl Hansen & Søn Desks

Society desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Arne Jacobsen, 1952
Society desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Arne Jacobsen, 1952

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Society desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Arne Jacobsen, 1952

The Society desk is one of the first works by the man who became world-famous for icons such as the Egg and Series 7. It was commissioned in 1952 as a gift for the American-Scandinavian Foundation, which had just opened new offices in New York.

CH110 desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962
CH110 desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

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CH110 desk – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans Wegner, 1962

The simple, powerful lines of Hans Wegner's CH110 desk and the exceptional quality of its craftsmanship and materials make it a timeless piece of furniture that exudes serenity.

PK52 desk – Carl Hansen – Poul Kjærholm, 1955
PK52 desk – Carl Hansen – Poul Kjærholm, 1955

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PK52 desk – Carl Hansen – Poul Kjærholm, 1955

Trained as a cabinetmaker, Poul Kjærholm first worked with wood, before moving on to eminently contemporary materials such as glass, leather and steel. This trajectory is particularly evident in the collection of tables he designed in 1955 for the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

Carl Hansen & Søn Lamps

Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Opala lamp – Carl Hansen & Søn – Hans J. Wegner, 1973
Petal RF200 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost
Petal RF200 – Carl Hansen & Søn – Rikke Frost
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Scandinavia Design has successfully supplied a multitude of Carl Hansen & Søn products for a large number of projects, both public and private. These include universities, shops, hotels, restaurants, offices, museums, flats, station waiting rooms,
cruise ships and much more.

We are able to deliver furniture, lighting, fabrics, carpets, decorative elements and other accessories to almost any part of the world.

You can contact our sales department, specifying the products concerned (finish and quantity) and your exact delivery address so that we can give you the best possible response.