by Claudia Schiera.
A 200-year history of producing the highest-quality luxury fabrics for home décor and contract, a Swiss company that continues a great legacy, today more than ever inspired by an ecological and sustainable vision.
Founded by Christian Fischbacher in the early 19th century, Fischbacher 1819 is a leading name in the international luxury textile industry. Headquartered in St. Gallen, on Lake Constance, it is now run by the sixth generation, led by CEO Michael Fischbacher and Creative Director Camilla Douraghy Fischbacher. Passion, quality, and innovation are the watchwords that guide the company, which is also (and above all) renowned for its uncompromising attention to the environment and sustainability. This commitment is reflected not only in the production processes but also in the actual creation of the raw materials.
Benu Sand fabric.
An example of development in textile craftsmanship, the Swiss brand has revamped its design in recent years to reach an even wider audience with diverse collections in line with current trends, along with a wide range of outdoor products and a 100% sustainable line: the Benu Recycled Collection . A deep ecological awareness is the hallmark of its production: in 2009, it was among the first to create decorative fabrics from recycled PET bottles and waste textiles from the fashion world.
Nomad rug.
Benu Recycled Collection is divided into four product ranges: Benu Pet, Benu Yarn, Benu Sea and Benu Industry.
- Benu Pet They are fabrics developed starting from bottles of Recycled pet.
- Those of the range Benu Yarn instead they arise from recycling of textile waste, and reduce the amount of waste and the use of natural resources.
- The collection Benu Sea, instead, reconverts the plastic waste fished from the sea transforming them into a strong polyester yarn, from which high-quality fabrics and rugs are made.
Jinpa Diamond Curtain Fabric.
“ We are committed to an environmentally friendly and sustainable future. With the Benu Recycled collection, we are continuously developing new products and production processes that aim to improve the ecological impact of textile production. The numerous awards we have received for this line confirm our commitment as pioneers in this field .” – Camilla Douraghy Fischbacher , Creative Director Fischbacher 1819.
Tramontana Fabric and Sitara Fabric both part of the Nomadic Journeys collection.
But Fischbacher 1819 isn't just about sustainability; the company also embraces style and the latest trends. The latest lines presented are a prime example of this, including Nomadic Journeys . Launched in 2024, the collection is a nomadic journey that intertwines past and future. A tribute to the world's vast textile heritage, with an eye to the future. Yak wool, hemp, and other natural fibers are the ingredients chosen to create refined and authentic textures, enhanced by natural colors.
The Drei Berge Collection , a capsule collection designed by Ramdane Touhami, launched during the latest edition of the Salone del Mobile in Milan, is both interesting and innovative. A tribute to the majestic grandeur of the three Swiss Alps mountains—the Eiger, Jungfrau, and Mönch—reinterpreted in the two curtain fabrics and throws that make up the collection. An imaginative mix of bold, eclectic textures and colors.
Fabric part of The Drei Berge Collection.
Among the new products for 2024, the Nomad line of rugs stands out : hand-woven on a combined cotton and wool warp, they are striking for their robustness and elegance. Offered in seven color variations, created using only the natural nuances of wool and not chemically treated in any way, they convey the beauty and soft tones of raw materials.
Susa outdoor fabric part of the Nomadic Journeys collection.
Part of the same collection – Nomadic Journeys. Intertwining past and future – Tagua and Wadi are two new wallpapers featuring soft earth tones and nature-inspired designs. Designed to meet the highest standards of functionality, they feature a durable, colorful non-woven backing with a textured vinyl coating that provides stability while remaining removable without leaving residue.
Tagua wallpaper in two color variations, part of the Nomadic Journeys collection.
From design to production, Fischbacher 1819 has always focused on quality and the highest production standards, both in-house and with its partners. Starting in January 2024, the new Fischbacher 1819 logo (previously known as Christian Fishbacher) underscores the brand's strong commitment to the future and its desire to be a modern textile manufacturer, clearly anchored in its past and the company's traditional values since its founding.
The Nomadic Journeys Collection.
Camilla Douraghy Fischbacher – creative director Fischbacher 1819 and Michael Fischbacher – CEO Fischbacher 1819.
On the cover, Benu Sky fabric.
