ClassiCon Modern Classics and Contemporary Furniture
ClassiCon creates furniture that connects the pioneering ideas of modernism with the strongest voices in contemporary design. Its collection brings together authorized classics by Eileen Gray and other twentieth-century designers with original furniture by internationally recognized creative talent.
Based in Munich, ClassiCon produces chairs, sofas, tables, desks, lighting, rugs and accessories defined by material quality, skilled craftsmanship and enduring relevance. Each piece is designed to become a lasting companion rather than a temporary expression of fashion.
Where Classic and Contemporary Design Meet
ClassiCon was established in 1990 from the traditional Vereinigte Werkstätten in Munich. Licenses to manufacture furniture by important modernist designers—including Eileen Gray, Eckart Muthesius and Otto Blümel—formed the foundation of the company.
Rather than remaining focused exclusively on historical furniture, ClassiCon began collaborating with contemporary designers whose work demonstrated the same originality, rigor and willingness to challenge convention.
This dialogue between past and present continues to define the brand. When an Eileen Gray design from the 1920s is placed beside a twenty-first-century table or chair, the classic appears remarkably current and the contemporary piece reveals its potential to endure.
Authentic Eileen Gray Furniture
ClassiCon is the authorized manufacturer of the Eileen Gray furniture, lighting and rug collection. Gray’s revolutionary work in architecture and furniture helped shape modernism, and many of her designs remain among the most influential objects of the twentieth century.
The Adjustable Table E1027 is one of Gray’s most recognizable works. Its height-adjustable tubular-steel structure and circular glass top express the functional innovation and visual clarity of her architecture.
The Bibendum armchair uses generous curved upholstery to create an unforgettable silhouette, while the asymmetrical Non Conformist chair challenges conventional expectations of how an armchair should look and support the body.
Other important designs include the Day Bed, Lota sofa, Roquebrune chair, Bonaparte armchair and Tube Light. ClassiCon also produces rugs based on Gray’s original drawings and gouaches from the 1920s and 1930s.
Each authorized design is manufactured with the approval of the relevant rights holders, preserving the proportions, materials and creative integrity of the original work.
Contemporary Furniture with Lasting Relevance
ClassiCon’s contemporary collection is created through long-term partnerships with designers who explore new relationships between material, form, construction and use.
The company works with Sebastian Herkner, Konstantin Grcic, Neri&Hu, Jader Almeida, Barber Osgerby, Herzog & de Meuron, Christian Haas, Victoria Wilmotte and Gabriel Tan, among others.
Sebastian Herkner’s Bell Table places a handblown glass base beneath a metal top, reversing familiar expectations of weight and structure. The resulting table is sculptural, colorful and visually light.
Konstantin Grcic’s designs—including the Chaos chair, Pallas table, Ulisse daybed and Diana table family—combine conceptual clarity with an industrial understanding of materials and production.
The collection also includes upholstered seating, dining furniture, occasional tables, desks, lighting and accessories that offer a quieter expression while maintaining ClassiCon’s commitment to originality.
Exceptional Materials and Specialized Craftsmanship
ClassiCon furniture is produced through partnerships with skilled manufacturers and craft workshops selected for their expertise. Rather than applying one standardized method to every object, production is adapted to the requirements of each design.
Materials include handblown glass, marble, solid wood, tubular steel, leather, cork, wool and carefully engineered metals. Each presents different technical and expressive possibilities.
The Bell Table’s glass base reveals the variations inherent in hand production. Eileen Gray’s tubular-steel furniture demands exact proportions and precisely finished connections. Upholstered pieces require carefully tailored covers and consistent support, while marble and wood are selected for their individual grain and character.
This material-focused approach ensures that construction, function and visual expression remain closely connected.
Furniture for Living, Dining and Working
The ClassiCon collection offers distinctive furniture for residential, hospitality and professional interiors. Sofas, armchairs and daybeds provide comfortable focal points for living rooms and lounges, while dining chairs and tables create expressive gathering spaces.
Desks and occasional tables bring function to home offices and flexible work areas. Lighting, coat stands, mirrors and accessories introduce smaller architectural details throughout an interior.
Many designs possess a strong individual identity, yet they are created to coexist. Historical icons can be combined with contemporary pieces, different materials can be layered and expressive objects can be balanced with quieter furnishings.
The result is an interior that feels collected and personal rather than bound to a single period or style.
Original Design and Authorized Production
Authenticity is particularly important when purchasing modern design classics. ClassiCon’s mark confirms that a product has been manufactured under authorization from the designer or rights holder and according to the company’s quality requirements.
Authorized production supports the creative legacy of the designer while ensuring that materials, dimensions, mechanisms and finishes have been carefully controlled.
This distinction is especially significant for frequently copied designs such as the Adjustable Table E1027. An authentic ClassiCon piece provides the intended construction, performance and finish as well as a documented connection to the original design.
Responsible Furniture Made to Last
ClassiCon approaches sustainability through product longevity, local production relationships, responsible materials and furniture designed for repair and continued use.
The company works with specialized regional craftspeople whenever appropriate, helping preserve technical knowledge while shortening and clarifying production relationships. Materials and manufacturing processes are selected to meet quality and environmental requirements.
New interpretations also introduce alternative materials where they can add meaningful value. Eileen Gray’s rug collection, for example, includes versions made with wild Nepalese nettle, a plant-based fiber with a distinctive texture and subtle sheen.
Above all, ClassiCon creates furniture meant to remain useful, valued and transferable from one generation to the next.
Discover ClassiCon at Scott + Cooner
Explore ClassiCon furniture at Scott + Cooner and discover authentic Eileen Gray classics alongside contemporary chairs, tables, sofas, lighting and accessories.
Our team can assist with product selection, dimensions, finishes, leather, upholstery and material options for residential and commercial interiors. Contact Scott + Cooner to learn more about ClassiCon or find an enduring design for your space.