Driving the digital change and optimally utilising the opportunities of digitalisation – this is the background against which Villeroy & Boch founded a company that invests in innovative startup companies. Young companies whose products and solutions strategically fit with the core business in the areas of tableware as well as bathroom and wellness and that are digitally expanding these areas
Nature and naturalness have been strong trends for many years in the restaurant scene. Honest cuisine made from fresh ingredients, preferably regional, vegetarian or vegan, good for the body and mind, is sought-after. To make sure that guests can experience this pleasure with all their senses, the food is showcased on a special stage: natural stone and wood are in great demand.
Consolidated revenue (€ 197.7 million) and operating result (€ 8.5 million) down on strong prior year quarter due to temporary effects in the Bathroom and Wellness Division
Positive business performance in the Tableware Division
Revenue and earnings targets for 2019 as a whole confirmed
Consolidated revenue: € 197.7 million
The Villeroy & Boch Group generated revenue of € 197.7
The fashion industry has been addicted to black every since. Interior design also benefits from the gallant yet sleek effect of this colour – when combined properly, black can also add a stylish touch without being overpowering. Be it the living room, kitchen or bathroom, this colour spares no room and can be used in a classic as well as modern setting.
Villeroy & Boch stands for outstanding design and the best functionality. Center Parcs stands for cosiness and carefree holidays in nature. The two groups complement each other perfectly. On 12 March 2019, Pascal Ferracci, CEO of Center Parcs Europe, and Andreas Pfeiffer, Bathroom and Wellness Director at Villeroy & Boch AG, signed the contract for the planned cooperation.
The design of the comprehensive Dawn taps & fittings range from Villeroy & Boch speaks a clear language: consciously minimalistic, the high-quality taps & fittings offer a wealth of design options for all contemporary bathrooms. In 2019 the range will be joined by one more colour option and new operating buttons.
High-quality craftsmanship, natural materials, expressive surfaces and original decorations – the Villeroy & Boch Manufacture Rock collection is a confident take on these current global interior design trends. The result is a comprehensive collection of tableware, glasses, cutlery and accessories, which turn the act of preparing, serving and decorating food and drink into a design experience.
The Anmut service boasts clear aesthetics and harmonious shapes, providing the perfect stage for food and exceptional table settings. Anmut Gold, the high-quality décor on Premium Bone Porcelain from Villeroy & Boch, are meticulously hand-decorated by experienced porcelain painters.
Plump cherries, zesty lemons, sweet plums and crispy apples - the large fruits depicted in the Villeroy & Boch French Garden Modern Fruits tableware collection are so fresh and vibrant you could almost imagine yourself in a French garden. French Garden allows you to enjoy this beautiful summery country lifestyle every day in your own home!
The Supervisory Board of Villeroy & Boch AG has appointed Gabi Schupp Director of Tableware with effect from 1 February 2019. She thus succeeds Nicolas Luc Villeroy who, after more than 30 years of work at Villeroy & Boch, will be standing down as a member of the Management Board on 31 January 2019 and leaving the company to devote himself to other tasks.
A soak in an hot tub will help you bounce back in two ways: as well as helping to relieve stress after a long day at work, it also promotes restful sleep, revitalising you for the new day ahead. The healing effects of bathing have been known as far back as ancient Roman and Greek times. Villeroy & Boch’s hot tubs revive the centuries-old tradition and simply turn your patio at home into a spa.
Everyone has a different preference when it comes to hot tubs. One person may want a powerful massage to loosen their tight muscles whereas someone else might prefer a gentle relaxing bath. Villeroy & Boch has high-quality hot tubs that can be configured to individual needs, ensuring that everyone can treat themselves exactly where and how they want it.
