Founding of Röthlisberger Montagen AG. Specialised in the assembly of high-end interior fittings in Switzerland and abroad.
2022
Founding of Röthlisberger Montagen AG. Specialised in the assembly of high-end interior fittings in Switzerland and abroad.
2020
Establishing of a new profit centre with a range of products and services in the field of air conditioning technology.
2019
Founding of Roethlisberger Ltd. as subsidiary in London.
2019
Founding of Roethlisberger Ltd. as subsidiary in London.
2017
Stabellö by Tomoko Azumi wins the “Design Preis Schweiz” in the Category Furniture Design.
2017
Röthlisberger Kollektion celebrates its 40th anniversary.
2017
Röthlisberger Kollektion celebrates its 40th anniversary.
2017
Rövolution – The fourth generation takes over.
2017
Beat Röthlisberger joins the executive board.
2017
Beat Röthlisberger joins the executive board.
2016
Mark Röthlisberger joins the executive board.
2015
With the installation of an extensive solar panel system throughout all company buildings, the power demand is covered by solar energy. In combination with an on-site heating facility that runs on production waste, Röthlisberger has taken another step towards a fully energy independent production.
2015
With the installation of an extensive solar panel system throughout all company buildings, the power demand is covered by solar energy. In combination with an on-site heating facility that runs on production waste, Röthlisberger has taken another step towards a fully energy independent production.
2014
Takushi table by Australian Designer Gavin Harris wins the IF Design Award.
2013
Etage by Moritz Schmid wins the Design Price Switzerland in the category Furniture Design. He also wins the federal design Award with ETAGE and is nominated for the iF Design Award 2014.
2013
Etage by Moritz Schmid wins the Design Price Switzerland in the category Furniture Design. He also wins the federal design Award with ETAGE and is nominated for the iF Design Award 2014.
2013
Röthlisberger Schreinerei AG wins 2nd place at the Prix SVC Mittelland
2013
After 20 years of dedicated work for Röthlisberger Kollektion, Jürg Scheidegger leaves the company and passes on the profit centre to Jan Röthlisberger. Jan Röthlisberger is accepted into the executive board of Röthlisberger Schreinerei AG.
2013
After 20 years of dedicated work for Röthlisberger Kollektion, Jürg Scheidegger leaves the company and passes on the profit centre to Jan Röthlisberger. Jan Röthlisberger is accepted into the executive board of Röthlisberger Schreinerei AG.
2012
The new manufacturing centre building for the production of the Röthlisberger Kollektion opens. The 9th edition is presented.
2009
Opening of new planning, engineering and co-ordinating office in New York – Founding of Rothlisberger LLC.
2009
Opening of new planning, engineering and co-ordinating office in New York – Founding of Rothlisberger LLC.
2008
Insourcing of solid wood production and establishment of a solid wood production centre.
2007
The 8th edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion is launched and wins an iF Gold Award for the Allumette table as well as an iF Product Award each for the At-At writing desk, Bank Plus, Paravent Plus and Garderobe Plus.
2007
The 8th edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion is launched and wins an iF Gold Award for the Allumette table as well as an iF Product Award each for the At-At writing desk, Bank Plus, Paravent Plus and Garderobe Plus.
2002
The new planning, engineering, production, administration and showroom building in Gümligen is completed.
2002
The Torsio chair – the product made in the largest numbers – is presented as part of the 7th edition. It wins the iF Top Ten Award.
2002
The Torsio chair – the product made in the largest numbers – is presented as part of the 7th edition. It wins the iF Top Ten Award.
2000
Acquisition of Flückiger Holzbau AG and start of planning phase for a new production site.
1998
Röthlisberger Engineering is expanded, incorporating the latest CAD technology to provide specialized planning and development solutions for architects. The Shell cabinet wins various international design prices including the iF Top Ten award in Hanover.
1998
Röthlisberger Engineering is expanded, incorporating the latest CAD technology to provide specialized planning and development solutions for architects. The Shell cabinet wins various international design prices including the iF Top Ten award in Hanover.
1998
Shell trunk cupboard from the 6th edition wins the iF Top Ten Award in Hanover, one of numerous awards to follow for the Röthlisberger Kollektion.
1997
In celebration of the 6th edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion the company introduces entirely new CI branding. At the same time substantial investment is made in renewing machinery and increasing production capacity.
1997
In celebration of the 6th edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion the company introduces entirely new CI branding. At the same time substantial investment is made in renewing machinery and increasing production capacity.
1996
Focus on “lean production” and “just-in-time” delivery of materials.
1994
Röthlisberger Kollektion is presented at the first joint staging of Forum 8 (8 owner-managed Swiss manufacturers) in the Galerie Jamileh Weber in Zurich.
1994
Röthlisberger Kollektion is presented at the first joint staging of Forum 8 (8 owner-managed Swiss manufacturers) in the Galerie Jamileh Weber in Zurich.
1993
Development of new business and marketing objectives with long term goals for Röthlisberger Innenausbau and Röthlisberger Kollektion. Creation of Röthlisberger Engineering as a new subdivision.
1992
The Piedestal chest of drawers evolved from Hans Eichenberger,s birthday card for Ernst Röthlisberger – 7 steps to his 70th.
1992
The Piedestal chest of drawers evolved from Hans Eichenberger,s birthday card for Ernst Röthlisberger – 7 steps to his 70th.
1990
First acquisition of a major international contract for Daimler Benz, Stuttgart.
1989
Transition from Ernst Röthlisberger & Co. to Röthlisberger Schreinerei AG.
1989
Transition from Ernst Röthlisberger & Co. to Röthlisberger Schreinerei AG.
1989
Swiss Design Exhibition at Centre Pompidou in Paris.
1987
The computer is introduced and the first CNC-aided machining centre is established.
1987
The computer is introduced and the first CNC-aided machining centre is established.
1987
Furniture architecture for the 20th century. The Manhattan furniture series by Trix and Robert Haussmann.
1984
First exhibition for Röthlisberger Kollektion in Milan.
1984
First exhibition for Röthlisberger Kollektion in Milan.
1984
Founding of Ernst Röthlisberger & Co. Peter Röthlisberger takes over as CEO in 3rd generation.
1982
From the 3rd edition and is still a classic: Schubladenstapel. Design: Susi and Ueli Berger.
1982
From the 3rd edition and is still a classic: Schubladenstapel. Design: Susi and Ueli Berger.
1978
The Röthlisberger Kollektion has its first international trade fair presence in Cologne. Further alternating or parallel exhibitions take place annually in Milan.
1977
The 1st edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion is produced. It consists of 31 items of furniture, designed by Susi and Ueli Berger, Hans Eichenberger, Trix and Robert Haussmann, Teo Jakob, Koni Ochsner and Ueli Wieser.
1977
The 1st edition of the Röthlisberger Kollektion is produced. It consists of 31 items of furniture, designed by Susi and Ueli Berger, Hans Eichenberger, Trix and Robert Haussmann, Teo Jakob, Koni Ochsner and Ueli Wieser.
1955
Licensed manufacturer from 1955 to 1975 for Knoll International. Gained crucial experience from first encounters with designer furniture and specialist design retailers.
1951
Founding of Soltermann und Röthlisberger Möbel und Bauschreinerei. Switch of company focus to furniture production and interior fit-outs. Purchase of first car.
1951
Founding of Soltermann und Röthlisberger Möbel und Bauschreinerei. Switch of company focus to furniture production and interior fit-outs. Purchase of first car.
1950
Marriage between Ernst Röthlisberger and Helene Soltermann. Founding of Gottfried Soltermann and Company.
1928
Gottfried Soltermann (born 22.05.1887) starts carpentry and joinery business in Gümligen employing one apprentice.
1928
Gottfried Soltermann (born 22.05.1887) starts carpentry and joinery business in Gümligen employing one apprentice.
