Fischbacher 1819 is a globally successful Swiss purveyor of furnishing fabrics, rugs, and wallcoverings for private and public spaces. The company’s collection of luxurious textiles is created with great care, passion, and creativity. Over two centuries after its foundation in 1819, the company is still in the hands of the same family. Today, Michael Fischbacher and Camilla Douraghy Fischbacher run the company in the 6th generation, and as passionately as the five generations before them. Michael as CEO and Camilla as Creative Director, in which capacity she is responsible for the creative development of the company’s collections. The company’s headquarters are located in St. Gallen, Switzerland, an important textile centre since the 13th century.
"Generations of experience over two centuries have established the brand as a market leader in the creation and manufacture of luxurious and elegant furnishing fabrics, carpets, and wallcoverings for the international design industry. Based in St. Gallen, Switzerland, the company is led by 6th generation CEO Michael Fischbacher, and Creative Director Camilla Douraghy-Fischbacher who are as passionate and forward-thinking as the five generations before them. Under their stewardship, Fischbacher 1819 has reached unparalleled global success through its continued innovation and development in artisanal textile craftsmanship and sustainability, striking a balance between the changing demands of the times and the unchanging principles of the craft. Fischbacher 1819’s collections are sold exclusively through a network of showrooms, agents, and distributors."
"Nomadic Journeys is the latest collection from the Swiss textile house Fischbacher 1819. An intellectual exploration of nomadism, the new indoor textile collection is inspired by a way of life characterised by constant movement and a deep connection with nature.
'Our new collection tells stories of freedom and journeys to remote places. This thirst for discovery is what unites all generations of the Fischbacher family past and present.'
Camilla D. Fischbacher, Creative Director of Fischbacher 1819 The 'Nomadic Journeys' collection features a carefully selected colour palette of natural tones, yak wool, hemp, and other natural fibres, creating a refined yet authentic textural landscape. It offers a contemporary interpretation of different nomadic cultures, honouring timeless textile heritages whilst providing a glimpse into the future, specifically how textile design can be made more sustainable, something which Fischbacher has pioneered for many years."
