The exceptional craftsmanship and use of premium materials are hallmarks of our furniture. We aim to strike a exquisite balance between the classic and the modern by fusing contemporary aesthetics with traditional cultural elements. This personalised approach, also fosters a sense of comfort and belonging.
At Schmalenbach, craftsmanship does not begin only with design. It continues on the assembly line, where precision, discipline and experience ensure that every component comes together exactly as intended.
Meet Dominique Rochetau, a key member of our Assembly Line team.
Dominique plays a critical role in bringing each piece to its final form. Working with components prepared across different stages of production, he ensures every element aligns perfectly, from structural assembly to the final construction details. His work requires accuracy, technical understanding and a deep familiarity with the materials and systems used in our furniture.
Years of hands-on experience allow Dominique to identify adjustments instantly and maintain the high standards that define Schmalenbach’s craftsmanship. It is this careful attention to detail on the assembly line that ensures every finished piece reflects the quality our clients expect.
At Schmalenbach, true luxury begins with precision. Every wardrobe, dressing table and bespoke interior we create starts as a concept and it’s the job of our Technical Product Designers to turn that concept into something that can be built to perfection.
Meet Carina, our Technical Product Designer.
Carina transforms ideas into detailed technical plans, ensuring every element from structural integrity to material compatibility, meets our exacting standards. Her role demands an understanding of engineering principles, a sensitivity to design aesthetics and an ability to solve complex challenges before they reach the workshop floor.
Every line she draws and every measurement she specifies is a commitment to precision. She works closely with designers, craftsmen and clients to make sure the final product is not only beautiful but also built for longevity and flawless function.
Carina’s work is where German engineering meets bespoke artistry and this is an essential stage in ensuring that what we promise in concept is delivered in reality. Without her expertise, the seamless elegance our clients experience would not be possible.
Luxury is often defined by what you see – the clean lines, the perfect proportions, the seamless finishes. But at Schmalenbach, we believe real luxury lives in the details you may not notice at first glance. It’s in the way a surface feels under your fingertips, the way an edge folds without a flaw, the way every element comes together in perfect harmony.
Our ‘Meet the Makers’ series celebrates the artisans whose mastery transforms materials into something far greater than the sum of their parts. These are the masters of craft whose skill and dedication are woven into every wardrobe, dressing table and bespoke interior we create.
This time, we step into the quiet workspace of Henning, our leather expert. Henning is the guardian of precision, ensuring that every hinge, edge and finish meets the exacting standards that define Schmalenbach. Working with leather is a craft that demands patience, skill and an instinctive understanding of its character, such as how it stretches, how it responds and how to guide it into perfection while preserving its natural beauty.
In many ways, Henning is the keeper of an unspoken promise that no matter how small the detail, it will be done right. For over seven decades, Schmalenbach has stood for German craftsmanship at its finest. Precision, discipline and an unwavering commitment to excellence define our process.
Every piece we create is built to endure, balancing function with beauty in a way that only comes from generations of expertise. This is what makes Schmalenbach the way it is. It is a mark of trust built by people who understand that excellence lives in the smallest of things.
In October 2024, Schmalenbach marked a significant milestone with its official launch at Poggenpohl Stockholm, bringing our legacy of bespoke German craftsmanship to the heart of Sweden’s design capital.
This partnership unites Schmalenbach with Poggenpohl Stockholm, a family-owned studio that shares our values of excellence, innovation and personalised service. Much like our own heritage, their approach is rooted in long-standing relationships, meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to creating spaces as individual as the people who live in them.
By joining forces in this influential Nordic hub, we bring together German precision and Scandinavian style, two distinct yet complementary design philosophies dedicated to quality, individuality and enduring beauty.
Meet the family behind Poggenpohl Stockholm
Since 1976, Poggenpohl Stockholm has called the city’s design district home. Led by a family deeply immersed in the world of interiors, the team blends German precision with Scandinavian sensibility. Their passion for design is matched by a personal approach, ensuring every project reflects both functional excellence and timeless elegance.
First collaboration: Djursholm Project
Our partnership’s debut came to life in an exclusive commission in Djursholm, a prestigious suburb just outside Stockholm. This project exemplified our shared ethos of combining function with beauty for a truly bespoke outcome.
The result was a series of smoked oak wardrobes with soft microfibre interiors, providing an elevated tactile experience while ensuring durability and organisation. Every element from the proportions to the internal configurations was tailored to the client’s lifestyle and seamlessly integrated with the home’s architecture.
Experience the showroom
Poggenpohl Stockholm’s showroom is an immersive experience in design excellence. Located in the heart of the city’s design district, the space has been a destination for discerning clients since 1976.
Visitors are welcomed into a light-filled environment where Schmalenbach’s wardrobe and storage solutions sit alongside Poggenpohl’s kitchen innovations, each presented with the precision, materiality and elegance that define both brands.
It is a destination where German precision meets Scandinavian elegance and where shared values translate into interiors of lasting beauty.
