A place gains its genius loci from the events that have taken place within its walls. Michael Thonet’s factory in Bystřice pod Hostýnem has been operating without interruption since 1861, making 2021 the year in which we celebrate 160 years of the factory’s existence.
We are reminded of our rich history every time we move through the old factory complex, which has stood witness to the events that have shaped the company’s direction. Now we shape the latest chapter of the company’s history, trusting that the factory will watch over the work of at least six more generations as they push its development even further.
This special occasion has provided the impetus for a collection of stories, which jointly uncover important milestones in the life of the factory in the +- 160 book. The stories reveal the many ways in which bentwood has shaped countless lives.