ClassiCon

Overview

ClassiCon GmbH produces and distributes furniture based on classic modernist designs and contemporary works. It emerged from Vereinigte Werkstätten in Munich and holds licenses for designs by Eileen Gray, Eckart Muthesius, and Otto Blümel, alongside pieces by modern designers like Sebastian Herkner and Konstantin Grcic. The company maintains a balance between historical and current design, operating from a Munich facility designed by Joachim Jürke since 2003.¹⁴⁶

History

ClassiCon was founded in 1990, emerging from the traditional Vereinigte Werkstätten in Munich.⁴⁷ It began with licenses for classic modernist designs by Eileen Gray, Eckart Muthesius, and Otto Blümel, later expanding to contemporary designers such as Sebastian Herkner, Neri & Hu, Konstantin Grcic, and Jader Almeida.⁴ Owner Oliver Holy has influenced the company for nearly 20 years; since mid-2024, he and CEO Timotheus Günak jointly manage it.⁴⁶⁸

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Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Germany with a focus on purchase, import, and distribution of furnishings.² The company operates from its Munich headquarters, which includes showroom, offices, and warehouse since 2003.⁴⁶

Notable Products

• Eileen Gray Designs - Iconic modernist furniture pieces like side tables and chairs.
• Eckart Muthesius Collection - Reproductions of classical German designs.
• Konstantin Grcic Works - Contemporary furniture emphasizing material innovation.
• Sebastian Herkner Pieces - Modern items blending tradition and craft.
• Aluminium Component Products - Recent collection highlighting material effects.

Reputation

ClassiCon is recognized among design professionals for faithfully reissuing modernist classics and integrating contemporary works.⁴ Enthusiasts value its commitment to design heritage from Vereinigte Werkstätten.⁴ Limited information on criticisms; perceived as niche player in high-end furniture with revenue under $5 million to $51 million.¹⁵