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Top 20 German Dining Chair Manufacturers: A Go-To List for Furniture Buyers

  • Writer: Sunbin Qi
    Sunbin Qi
  • Apr 27
  • 3 min read

Updated: Apr 28

If you're sourcing high-quality dining chairs in Europe, knowing who the real players are in the German market gives you a serious edge. From heritage brands to cutting-edge design studios, these are the top manufacturers reshaping dining spaces across Germany and beyond.



Legacy Meets Innovation. Founded in 1819, Thonet is the pioneer of bentwood chairs, including the iconic No. 14—the Vienna Coffee House Chair. Their mastery of wood shaping and collaboration with renowned designers make them a staple for timeless style.


Comfort in Couture Form. Rolf Benz fuses elegance with ergonomics. Their upholstered dining chairs are synonymous with luxury and are often seen in high-end interiors and hotel chains.


A Touch of Bauhaus. With over 150 years of history, Walter Knoll is a master of minimalism and architectural design. Their chairs are often specified in commercial and luxury residential projects.


Functional Fashion. KOINOR creates chairs that not only look sharp but offer hidden technical features such as adjustability and comfort-enhancing mechanics.


Ergo-Friendly Aesthetics. Known for recliners, Himolla’s expertise in comfort translates into their dining chairs—perfect for open dining-living plans.


Timeless in Timber. Their chairs are handcrafted in Germany using sustainably sourced solid wood, making them a go-to for eco-conscious buyers.


Dynamic Designs. Gwinner integrates material innovation with classic silhouettes, offering durable and visually striking pieces.


Daring to Be Different. If you need eye-catchers for urban lofts or concept stores, KARE’s eclectic and colorful chairs are worth a look.


Integrated Dining Solutions. Best known for kitchens, Nolte extends its aesthetic into dining areas, ideal for kitchen retailers seeking bundles.


10. DEDON

Indoor-Outdoor Fusion. Famous for its woven outdoor pieces, DEDON’s indoor chair line uses high-performance fibers for modern, airy designs.



Architect-Endorsed Craftsmanship. A century-old brand that handcrafts chairs with input from Germany’s leading architects and interior designers.


Design Meets Versatility. Hülsta’s clean lines and modular approach make their chairs a hit among apartment dwellers and modernist fans.


13. Vitra

Iconic Collaborations. Their partnerships with designers like Charles & Ray Eames or Verner Panton make every chair a collector’s piece.


Mid-Range Royalty. Known for quality at accessible price points, Musterring is strong in both e-commerce and traditional retail.


Marketplace Muscle. Not a manufacturer per se, but their wide selection and volume make them one of Germany’s biggest dining chair distributors.


Design That Surprises. This catalog-style retailer sources chairs with unique functionalities—ideal for niche concepts and tight spaces.


Premium Home Vibes. Domicil focuses on lifestyle rather than just furniture, offering coordinated collections of chairs, tables, and soft furnishings.


Space-Conscious Elegance. More known for partitions, raumplus also offers highly customizable chairs for compact urban settings.


Luxury Bedroom, Dining Included. Their dining chairs are typically paired with their bedroom collections for a whole-home aesthetic.


Simplicity with Style. Rauch’s focus on functionality, affordability, and design makes them an excellent source for volume orders.



Why I Believe ASKT Deserves a Spot on This List



I'm Sunbin Qi, CEO of ASKT Furniture, and while we may not have been founded in the 1800s, our commitment to quality, sustainability, and engineering precision rivals the best in the business.


  • We use zero-plastic packaging to help European clients reduce compliance costs.

  • Our dining chairs are tested with 12 types of mechanical safety equipment for durability.

  • We offer custom samples within 10 days, perfect for agile retail cycles.

  • Our fabrics are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified, stain-resistant, pet-friendly, and formaldehyde-free.

  • Our factory passed BSCI audits, ensuring ethical production standards.

  • In 2025, I was featured on the cover of möbelmarkt, a leading German industry magazine, where I shared our innovation philosophy.


If you’re a furniture buyer looking for a partner who combines German-level standards with Chinese manufacturing flexibility, I’d love to connect. Feel free to browse our full line of dining chairs at ASKT Furniture or reach out directly at sales@sinoaskt.com.

Let’s build better chairs, together.


 
 
 

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