Can values grow from roots?
We are a traditional family business in its fourth generation that has been supporting the development of modern educational centres for over 125 years. With deep-rooted expertise and many years of experience, we design spaces that promote learning and working cultures and create a sense of well-being. Our independence enables us to focus on the highest quality - from production in Germany to close, personalised customer support.
Strong roots: what sets us apart
Thriving for 125 years and beyond - that only works with a solid foundation. These roots give us the support we need:
Quality and sustainability,
honesty and reliability,
design and digitality.
By working closely with leading experts in science, design and architecture, we integrate sustainability and aesthetics into our innovative concepts. This is how we create inspiring environments for lifelong learning, innovation and team spirit.
Quality and sustainability
What lasts a long time always gets better. This is not true everywhere, but it certainly applies to VS. We have accompanied the development of modern educational centres and educational reform ideas from their beginnings around 1900 to the present day - as consultants, designers and pioneers.
We value proximity to our customers and partners. That is why we produce in Germany, source many resources from the region and attach great importance to fair working conditions and the responsible use of natural materials.
We are not only the market leader for school and office furniture with a global presence, but also remain a family business that cherishes its roots and lives its values. To this day, we have strong ties to Tauberbischofsheim. Here, in the north of Baden-Württemberg, you will find our company headquarters, our ultra-modern production facilities and our school museum.
Incidentally, this is also where the world-famous wooden skid-base chair, which characterised the classrooms of the post-war era, comes from. (Introduced in 1950, it can still be found in many schools today - and is still part of our programme. It's simply a classic. And indestructible). It's very likely that you also sat on a VS chair when you were at school. Do you remember?
Philipp Müller, VS Managing Director since 2016, and Dr Thomas Müller, VS Managing Director from 1987 to 2019.
Philipp Müller, VS Managing Director since 2016, and Dr Thomas Müller, VS Managing Director from 1987 to 2019.
Philipp Müller, VS Managing Director since 2016, and Dr Thomas Müller, VS Managing Director from 1987 to 2019.
Honesty and reliability
We are constantly developing our products and concepts in line with the latest requirements in terms of functionality, sustainability, design and ergonomics.
In doing so, we are both inspired and supported by our diverse network of partners. In addition to (interior) architects and designers, these include experts from the fields of movement science, ecology, education, didactics and spatial psychology.
We rely on direct sales in Germany with our own specialist consultants, planning offices and project developers throughout the country as well as long-standing and strong partners abroad. As a rule, every customer has a single reliable contact person who brings all the threads together. This allows long-term, trusting relationships to grow.
Design and digitalisation
We are experts in education. As such, we also know how digitalisation is changing learning and working. Our furniture and room concepts - whether for schools, offices or commercial premises - are designed for knowledge exchange, lifelong learning and shared growth. We always think about people, furniture and media together.
Design also plays an important role in this holistic approach. For us, the role of design goes far beyond aesthetics, which we value highly. After all, design is always about solving problems: are the product or room concept emotionally appealing, usable, sensible, robust, ergonomic, sustainable...?
We endeavour to promote a fruitful culture of learning and cooperation for our customers. We know how and where concentration and relaxation, individual and team work can be accommodated. If necessary, we also draw on our strong network of leading minds in science, technology, design and architecture for knowledge and inspiration.
Our three business divisions
Education
Our customised school furniture is more than just a seat or a desk - it's a springboard to learning success
Office
We combine functionality with aesthetics to create working environments that are not only productive but also inspiring.
Digital
We develop ideas for flexibly designed learning and working spaces in which the analogue and digital worlds can be combined.
Corporate values: What we stand for
Our values characterise the VS Group, our joint activities and our human interaction - within the VS family as well as with our customers, partners, dealers and suppliers. Our values guide us in our daily thinking, planning and actions. And they help us to be successful together in the long term.
Integrity
We stand by what we say. This is our basis for a trusting co-operation with our customers, partners and suppliers.
Diversity & respect
We are open to different opinions and behaviours. We value our colleagues who share our corporate values and contribute to the success of VS.
Willingness to improve
We want to continuously improve. We support each other in this by respectfully giving and accepting criticism.
Sustainability
We want to have a positive impact on our environment and our social environment. We harmonise this with the economic success of VS.
Independence
We work on our tasks independently. We accept mistakes and show appreciation for results.
Mission to think ahead
Be curious. To learn. Think ahead. Asking questions: This passionate thirst for knowledge has always driven us at VS. This has an impact on our products and services and on how we work with our customers and partners.
Then get in touch with us!
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