For more than 85 years, Essem Design has devoted itself to a specific part of the home: the hallway. The Swedish company creates sustainable, functional, and thoughtfully designed furniture for entrances in private residences and public spaces alike.
By adding its collection as a public catalog, it now becomes part of the pCon Community and brings its products to a wider planning audience.
Where welcome begins
The story begins in 1937, when Gunnar Bolin crafted a hat rack from melted-down scrap aluminium in Anderstorp, Sweden. What started as a small foundry has grown into a recognized name in furniture, valued for combining practical function with a clean Scandinavian aesthetic.
At the heart of Essem Design is the belief that the hallway deserves the same attention as any other room in the home. As the first space people enter and the last they leave, it plays a key role in shaping everyday routines and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
This idea continues to guide every piece, resulting in thoughtful designs that bring order, character, and purpose to entrance spaces.
Bring entrances to life with pCon
Essem Design is now available in pCon as a public catalog, giving designers and planners direct access to its collection. It allows the manufacturer to present furniture, accessories, architectural elements, and finishes in a structured format suited to digital planning.
With a broad selection available, it is easy to explore options, test layouts, and develop hallway concepts from the earliest design stages.
The catalog can be accessed via browser, mobile devices, and directly within CAD tools such as pCon.planner and other compatible systems, supporting seamless use within workflows.
Whether evaluating how a rack, shelf, or bench fits within a space or preparing a detailed client proposal, it supports both design development and accurate planning.
Everything the hallway needs
The portoflio offers solutions for every part of the hallway, from the timeless Nostalgi to the iconic Classic and Tamburin families. Whether the need is for coat storage, shoe organization, or a complete entrance setup, the range combines practical function with thoughtful design.
Materials include oak, walnut, birch, ash, metal, and marine bamboo, allowing the pieces to complement a wide variety of interior styles, from contemporary spaces to more traditional settings.The Essem Design product range includes:
- Hat racks and shoe racks
- Hooks
- Hook strips
- Coat stands
- Mirrors
- Benches
- Hangers
- Accessories
And because a good hallway matters everywhere, Essem feels just as natural at home as it does in busier, more public spaces, including:
- Private homes and apartment entrances
- Hotel lobbies and reception areas
- Offices and cloakrooms
- Restaurants, cafés, and other hospitality settings
- Public buildings
Made with care in Sweden
The business is family-run, with furniture still produced in Anderstorp, where the original foundry was established. When the company changed ownership in 2002, traditional artisan production methods were preserved. Leadership has since passed to the next generation, with performance and durability continuing to serve as core principles.
The company maintains close contact with customers and suppliers and works with local partners wherever possible. Environmentally friendly materials are used when available, along with efforts to minimize resource use across all operations.
Good for your home, good for the planet
Lasting quality is the heart of responsible design. A product that stays in use for years is one that never needs replacing. This approach guides the entire process, from initial design to delivery, including spare parts and aftercare.
Essem Design has received an EcoVadis Gold Medal, placing it among the top-rated companies for sustainability management. Its products are further evaluated by Byggvarubedömningen, which assesses chemical content, lifecycle impact, and supply chains, with the Nostalgi range achieving the highest “Recommended” rating.
Sustainability doesn’t end with the finished product. Tracking the CO₂ footprint across the supply chain enables more informed decisions. Development is an ongoing process, shaped in close collaboration with suppliers who use renewable energy and efficient production methods.
A refined hallway sets the tone for the rest of the home, shaping the first impression from the moment someone arrives. With its presence in pCon, Essem Design supports architects and planners in creating entrances that feel both efficient and welcoming.
The selection is available through the public catalog, making it easy to integrate into planning projects from the earliest stages of design.
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