team

The history of Kohlmaier is a history of craftsmanship—driven by people who have continued to develop it over generations. Since the family business was founded in 1884, with roots in Carinthia and growing in Vienna, Kohlmaier has combined precision craftsmanship with creative ambition. This combination of experience, passion, and teamwork continues to shape every project to this day—from the first meeting to the final touch.

The story of Kohlmaier is a story of craftsmanship—driven by people who have carried it forward through the generations. Since the family business was founded in 1884, with roots in Carinthia and a history of growth in Vienna, Kohlmaier has combined precision craftsmanship with a commitment to design.

After many years of working together, the two brothers have stepped down from the company and handed over the reins to a new team. A young team is now carrying on the legacy of Kohlmaier with fresh ideas and new perspectives—always mindful of the long tradition that has shaped the company since 1884 and remains an essential part of its identity to this day. The trust placed in us to lead this company into the future fills us with deep gratitude and a sense of responsibility.

This combination of experience, passion, and teamwork continues to shape every project—from the initial consultation to the final touch.

Family

Kohlmaier Vienna Team Bernd Kohlmaier Peter Kohlmaier Sarah Kirschner Family
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Kohlmaier is a family business with a long history. Since 1884, the craft has been passed down from generation to generation—rooted in Carinthia, grown in Vienna. What began as a saddlery and upholstery business is still characterized by the same attitude today: respect for the material, precision in detail, and the desire to create furniture with character.

Peter Kohlmaier is a trained upholsterer and passed his master craftsman's examination in 1986. Together with his brother Bernd, a trained cabinetmaker, he developed a close synergy between design, furniture upholstery, and craftsmanship over many years. With Sarah Kirschner, Peter Kohlmaier's daughter, the fifth generation has been part of the company since 2022. She brings her experience from the creative, craftsmanship environment and continues the family line with a contemporary perspective.

workshop

The workshop is the heart of Kohlmaier. This is where upholstery work, traditional techniques, and modern knowledge come together. Whether it's fabric for covering furniture, custom-made foam, or complex special solutions—every project is individually designed and precisely implemented.

Our team consists of people from a wide variety of backgrounds, united by a passion for craftsmanship. As upholsterers in Vienna, we work every day to make the seemingly impossible possible—with experience, patience, and the standards of an upholsterer in Vienna who leaves nothing to chance when it comes to quality.

office

Every project begins with a conversation in our office. Personal consultation, an open ear for ideas, and a keen sense for spaces form the basis of our work. In our showroom, we display materials, fabrics, and solutions that you can see, feel, and compare—an important part of our understanding of craftsmanship in Vienna.

This is where design, function, and experience come together. We work with our customers to develop concepts that are durable and suit the space in question. From the initial design to implementation, everything remains in one place—transparent, well thought out, and with attention to detail.