Heritage

Jacobus Ahrend, at under 18 years of age, founded Ahrend with the help of his mother. The first products were sold from the living room in Amsterdam: a drawing board and a passer box.

The first office furniture is added to the collection of office supplies.

Already established, Ahrend aquiries De Cirkel who design and produce steel furniture. This aquistion marks the start of in-house production for Ahrend.

The Revolt chair, designed by Friso Kramer, was introduced to the market. A breakthrough in industrial design and mass production.

The Result chair, designed by Friso Kramer and Wim Rietveld, is successful installed in schools and living rooms and inspires graphic designers and photographers. Kramer and Rietveld's designs are rewarded with the prestigious Signe d'Or.

Ahrend, and the steel furniture manufacturers ODA and 'The Circle' were brought together under one roof.

Introduction of Mehes (Mobility, Efficiency, Humanisation, Environment, Standardisation), a design by Friso Kramer, in line with the popularity of open-plan offices.

Ahrend won the largest furniture contract worldwide with the establishment of the Hong Kong Banking Corporation (HSBC) headquarters which included 6,500 Mehes workplaces. A building designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.

Ahrend is at the forefront when it comes to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the integration of environmental policy into the business objectives. For example, energy and water consumption are drastically reduced. 30 years later, we consume 90% less water and produce our own energy.

Introduction of first eco design product: Ahrend 220 office chair. The best-selling office chair in the Netherlands, characterised with its distinctive 'letterbox'.

Ahrend celebrates its 100th anniversary and the company receives the title ‘Royal’.

After several years of successful collaboration, Ahrend takes over its partner TECHO. TECHO is active in the Czech Republic, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia and the United Kingdom. Ahrend becomes one of the most significant office designers in Europe.

Clear lines, a luxurious look and ultimate seating comfort. The Ahrend 2020 is characterised by a timeless design, which is completely durable and meets the highest ergonomic requirements.

Ahrend is awarded the Cradle to Cradle Company Award. Ahrend is first and only company in the industry to win this award, something we are extremely proud of!

The Ahrend Innovation LAB is founded and develops products and services to personalise the workplace, improve ergonomics and increase productivity.

Ahrend acquires Presikhaaf School Furniture with 190 employees in Arnhem. At Presikhaaf, individuals with a disadvantaged position in the labour market are given the opportunity to work. Through this collaboration Ahrend combines the production of innovative school furniture with social policy.

Ahrend Balance is designed with the principle that the product lasts longer than one lifecycle. The Ahrend Balance wins the prestigious Mixology award in the category 'Product of the Year – Furniture' in 2016 and is Cradle to Cradle certified.

Ahrend expands its global reach opening offices in Dubai, Shenzen, Shangai and

With the acquisition of Gispen, Ahrend becomes the market leader in the Benelux and leading player in Europe. In the Dutch market, Gispen and Ahrend continue to operate independently.

Ahrend and HAY relaunch the classic 1950s Result chair and Pyramid collection in collaboration with the Danish design brand HAY. The original designs of Friso Kramer and Wim Rietveld have proved their worth

The Ahrend WELL Collection combines comfort with a beautiful design that makes users feel right at home. The Ahrend WELL collection is awarded the prestigious Red Dot best of the best award.

Ahrend joins the CIRCULAR Economy 100 (CE100) network of world-leading companies working on the transition to the circular economy. Ahrend is proud to participate in this prestigious organisation

Ahrend launches the Silence CALL. The Silence CALL brings silence back to the workplace and facilitates flexible working.

Ahrend is committed to further international growth and opens new branches in Paris and Marseille. Ahrend is currently active in more than 25 countries.

Ahrend creates vitalising working environments that attract talent, increase productivity and encourage employee enthusiasm, all or which are crucial to the success of the organisation.

In de visie van Ahrend gaat de toekomstige werkomgeving een reis faciliteren door een diversiteit aan fysieke werkplekken; zowel thuis als op kantoor.

Met de Qabin Collection creëer je afzonderlijke ruimtes in een open werkomgeving. Om te (video)bellen bijvoorbeeld, om samen te werken of juist geconcentreerd te werken.

In onze Circulaire Hub in Veghel hebben we op maar liefst 12.000 m² al onze circulaire expertise en productiefaciliteiten samengebracht. Hier geven we een tweede leven aan nieuw gebruikt meubilair.