Koenig Neurath
ActiveOverview
König + Neurath AG is a German family-owned manufacturer of office furniture and room systems, founded in 1925 and headquartered in Karben near Frankfurt. It provides comprehensive solutions from planning to production, including standard and customized products for office environments, with a focus on supporting workplace transformations through furniture, room systems, and digital tools. The company operates five showrooms in Germany and has international presence in several European countries, generating about 80% of its €173 million 2023 revenue domestically.12
History
König + Neurath was founded in 1925 as a family-owned business in Germany. It has maintained production exclusively at its Karben headquarters, expanding to include metal and wood prefabrication, final assembly, and lean manufacturing on 77,000 square meters. The company grew internationally with subsidiaries and representations in Europe, achieving €173 million in revenue in 2023 while remaining unlisted and family-controlled.124
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Office Desks (height-adjustable and fixed) | Modular workstations for modern offices | $800 - $3,500 |
| Seating (task chairs and conference) | Ergonomic solutions for daily use | $500 - $2,000 |
| Room Systems (partitioning walls) | Flexible space dividers | $1,200 - $5,000 |
| Storage Units (cabinets and shelves) | Customizable organization | $400 - $2,500 |
| Conference Furniture (tables and seating) | Collaborative meeting setups | $1,000 - $4,000 |
| Acoustic Solutions (panels and booths) | Noise reduction for open spaces | $600 - $3,000 |
Manufacturing
All products are manufactured exclusively in-house at the Karben headquarters near Frankfurt, Germany, on approximately 77,000 square meters including metal/wood prefabrication and final assembly. Production integrates series and custom one-off items using lean principles and state-of-the-art technologies. Around 850 employees handle development, planning, production, and distribution.125
Notable Products
- Nexen Desk System - Height-adjustable desks for agile workstations with modular extensions.
- Oline Task Chair - Ergonomic office chair with adjustable lumbar support.
- Move Room System - Flexible partitioning for reconfigurable office spaces.
- Filo Storage - Wall-mounted and freestanding units for cable management.
- Quattro Conference Table - Modular tables supporting up to 20 seats.
- Silence Acoustic Pods - Sound-absorbing booths for private calls.
Reputation
Professionals regard König + Neurath as a reliable provider of durable, customizable German-made office furniture suitable for mid-to-large corporate fit-outs. It is praised for in-house manufacturing quality and comprehensive service from planning to installation, particularly in Europe. Some note higher pricing compared to mass-market competitors, though customization justifies the cost for tailored projects.125
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