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Knowledge Corner

Remarkable innovations, exciting trends, and forward-looking developments: In the series 'Knowledge about Knowledge,' we keep you informed about noteworthy insights from the world of furniture design. So you stay up-to-date, know what's coming, and can engage in informed discussions."

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Immerse yourself in learning

The immersive learning centre miri has been located at the Kulturforum Hanau since March 2026. Children and young people can embark on virtual learning journeys here. How does this benefit learning?

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Flexible elementary school learning space featuring a circle of stools, stackable tables, cantilever chairs, and a mobile bookshelf from VS

How spaces create school

Subject-based lessons in 45-minute blocks, concentrated in the morning: that's how most of us remember school. In order to meet changing requirements, many things are set to change in all-day schooling. But how?

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Coworking is trending

From improvised shared offices to design labs of the future: coworking spaces demonstrate how flexible, connected and creative work can be today. It is clear that furniture is much more than just furnishings. It shapes culture, promotes exchange and brings spaces to life.

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Well-Being is Worth It – What Makes a Perfect Working Environment

Rooms affect motivation, performance and it is important to take advantage of that in offices. First things first: no, it’s not enough to buy hip designer furniture. For a perfect working environment, your office must be proficient in soft skills. Read on to find out what they are so that you can design a perfect working environment.

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Everybody stand, please …

… and ensure more moving moments in the office. Find the best tips against too much sitting here.

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How does Smart New Work work?

Organising New Work efficiently and successfully is presenting many challenges to companies. Smart Office technologies are doing a good job there. Seven reasons for a networked office.

Wooden skid chairs of VS in different pastel colours next to each other

A classic

Skid chair by VS – do you know me?

Wooden skid chairs of VS in different pastel colours next to each other

A classic

Skid chair by VS – do you know me?

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The Education Revolution – Focus on Learning Concepts

New Learning turns education on its head and focuses on learning instead of teaching. Experts say that it's high time, and explain what New Learning entails.

Sustainability at VS: What Does It Look Like in Practice?

A look at VS manufacturing using the example of the JUMPER Air Active school chair shows what is important for sustainable manufacturing and why the circular economy is nothing new for VS.

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Two children balance on and play with the Hokki stools by VS outdoors

Exercise Makes You Clever

Fidgeting, wobbling – when children move during their lessons, they are intuitively doing everything right. Exercise expert Dr. Dieter Breithecker explains why sitting still is nonsensical.

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Digital learning – where are the giant leaps?

New technology demands new methods, says Jörn Muuß-Merholz. The media expert shows how innovative learning could be – and why schools have problems with it.

Co-Creation – Achieving More Together

LEGO does it. Nike and IKEA too. VS obviously. They rely on co-creation with customer and experts and develop something better together. A brief foray into the varieties of co-creative cooperation.

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125 years of VS – how will we learn and work in the future?

“Asking questions, seeking answers, finding solutions.” When Managing Director Philipp Müller dives into VS’s history, he shows a refreshing lack of nostalgia. Looking back sharpens his eye for future tasks for this family-run furniture specialist. Thinking ahead, that’s what it's all about, as it has been for the last 125 years.

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Number of the Month

Every month, we present an intriguing fact about a number related to furniture, education, or office spaces. Numbers and statistics tell stories and often reveal best how the dynamic world of interior design is evolving.

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One-to-one with ...

How do designers find the right inspiration? What makes good design? These are all questions that interest us. We want to find answers to all of these questions. But we also go beyond the design process and ask even more questions. That’s why we meet with experts from a wide range of industries for discussions.

A good Question

We shed light in the dark and help you to find quick and meaningful answers to questions from the work, education and furniture sectors! Good questions – because good answers make the difference!

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