What Figueras Seating does

Figueras Seating, founded in 1929 in Barcelona, designs, engineers, and manufactures fixed and movable seating systems for public venues including theatres, concert halls, cinemas, stadiums, arenas, auditoriums, government facilities, and educational institutions. Its product portfolio centers on a Seating Collection of named models (Kairos, Aptum 247, Flame, Landscape, Delta, Amik, Sensó) plus retractable system solutions such as Mutasub, with proprietary technology including the patent-protected Integral Form one-piece upholstery system (introduced 1980) and Controlled Soft Rise Technology (CSRT) for silent seat return. The company manufactures in-house at its Lliçà d'Amunt headquarters near Barcelona, holds ISO 9001/14001/14006 certifications, and runs a Design Center where collaborations with star architects (Jean Nouvel, Foster + Partners, OMA, Dominique Perrault) generate bespoke projects.

The business operates a project-driven enterprise sales model with quote-based custom pricing per venue, targeting five vertical segments: Cinema, Education, Publicum (government/civic), Sports, and Theatre. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales from offices in Spain, the USA (Plantation, FL), and Singapore (APAC), a regional US representative network, and the 2023-awarded Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract for North American government and education buyers. Lifecycle service and maintenance contracts generate recurring post-installation revenue. The company has installed more than 10 million seats across 40,000+ projects in 130+ countries, with anchor references including FC Barcelona's Camp Nou (60,000+ seats), Warner Bros cinemas across Europe and Japan (170,000 seats), the White House Press Room, the United Nations in Geneva, the Philharmonie de Paris, and OVO Hydro in Glasgow.

Since 2020, Figueras has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Brand Corner Group, a family-owned Spanish industrial conglomerate founded in 1987 with 17 portfolio companies spanning lighting, furniture, construction, and appliances, and consolidated revenues exceeding €400 million. Figueras itself employs between 101 and 250 people and has no independent public financial disclosure. Revenue mechanics are tied to large multi-year contract cycles aligned with major venue construction and renovation projects, with bespoke specification, design, manufacturing, installation, and after-sales service delivered as an integrated package.

Name

Figueras Seating

Legal name

FIGUERAS SEATING EUROPE S.L.

Website

https://figueras.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1929

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Figueras Seating, founded in 1929 in Barcelona, designs and manufactures bespoke fixed and retractable seating systems for theatres, cinemas, stadiums, arenas, auditoriums, and public venues worldwide, serving architects and venue operators through project-driven enterprise sales and lifecycle services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Venue Seating Solutions

NAICS

Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (337127), Office Furniture (including Fixtures) Manufacturing (33721)

SIC

Office Furniture (2520), Public Bldg & Related Furniture (2531)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Corporate, Event & Staging Furniture Rental (Short-Term) (CRAIAOAG)

Keywords

• Stadium seating solutions
• Theatre cinema seating
• Movable seating systems
• Auditorium seating design
• Custom venue seating

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Seating Solutions: Project-driven custom seating solutions for theatres, auditoriums, cinemas, stadiums, and arenas. Each seat is a unique testament to personalized craftsmanship, developed as part of integrated project approach.
2. System Solutions: Movable seating systems including retractable and multipurpose solutions that optimize space profitability for venues.
3. Lifecycle Service: Maintenance services extending product durability and profitability of each project.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Figueras Seating designs, engineers, manufactures and installs custom fixed and movable seating solutions for public venues including cinemas, theatres, concert halls, stadiums, arenas, auditoriums, educational institutions and government/civic spaces. The company offers a catalog of branded chair models (e.g., Kairos, Aptum, Flame, Landscape, Delta, Amik, Sensó) along with retractable seating systems such as Mutasub, complemented by project-based services including consultancy, custom product development, lifecycle maintenance and integrative project management.

Product overview

Figueras Seating is a physical seating manufacturer specializing in fixed and mobile seating solutions for public venues. The product portfolio centers on the Seating Collection (individual chair models like Kairos, Aptum 247, Flame, Landscape, Delta, Amik, Sensó) and Movable Seating Systems (retractable and mobile solutions like Mutasub), complemented by Tables & Accessories. The company offers project-driven services including Consultancy, Customized Products, Life Cycle Service, and Integrative Projects. Seating is developed for five market segments: Cinema, Education, Publicum, Sports, and Theatre. The company also operates the Figueras Design Center where renowned architects collaborate on bespoke seating designs. With 95 years of experience since founding in 1929, Figueras has installed over 10 million seats in 40,000 projects across more than 130 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kairos stadium seat Next-generation tip-up stadium seating for arenas, stadiums and multipurpose grandstands, offering durable construction, clean architectural look and flexible specification options for general admission, premium and media areas.
• Aptum 247 theatre and auditorium seat Theatre and auditorium seating with simple lines, timeless design and versatility. Features Controlled Soft Rise Technology (CSRT) for slow seat return without noise, ergonomic lumbar support and acoustic adaptability for performing arts centers.
• Flame theatre seat Theatre seat designed by Filipe Oliveira Dias, inspired by the shape of a candle flame. Originally installed at Teatro Helena Costa in Porto, Portugal, and later installed at the White House Press Room.
• Landscape seating Versatile and adaptable seating for waiting areas in collective spaces, created by Emiliana Design Studio.
• Sensó 13113 chair Chair model designed by Marta Vilallonga, part of the Figueras Seating Collection for collective and public spaces.
• Delta Plus 430 chair Chair model designed by Josep Lluscà (Lluscà Design), part of the Figueras Seating Collection.
• Delta 433 chair Chair model designed by Josep Lluscà (Lluscà Design), part of the Figueras Seating Collection.
• Amik 310-312-313 chair Chair model designed by Josep Lluscà (Lluscà Design), part of the Figueras Seating Collection.
• Seating Collection (product line) Comprehensive catalog of Figueras seating models including fixed, modular, multipurpose and retractable seating solutions for cinemas, theatres, auditoriums, sports venues and public spaces.
• Movable Seating Systems (incl. Mutasub retractable) Mobile and retractable seating systems, including the Mutasub system that can be stored to maximize space profitability in multipurpose venues.
• Tables and Accessories Tables and accessories complementing the Figueras seating collection for complete venue solutions.
• Consultancy Services Expert consultation service where Figueras designers, acoustic engineers and creative team collaborate with clients to develop optimal seating solutions considering aesthetics, comfort, acoustics and functionality.
• Customized Products (bespoke seating solutions) Bespoke seating solutions developed in close collaboration with architects and design teams, tailored to each venue's architectural concept and functional requirements.
• Life Cycle Service Maintenance and lifecycle service to extend product durability and profitability of installed seating projects.
• Integrative Projects Integrated project management combining seating design with overall architectural and functional concept from early design stages, ensuring seamless integration with the venue.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40,000+ projects completed worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and notable.

• SourcewellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 August 2023Sourcewell is a self-sustaining government organization offering cooperative purchasing programs with over 50,000 member organizations in government, education, and nonprofit sectors throughout North America. Figueras was awarded a Sourcewell contract following rigorous RFP process.
• Ateliers Jean NouvelflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing collaboration with architect Jean Nouvel on iconic projects including Opera de Lyon, Philharmonie de Paris, and DR Koncerthuset in Copenhagen.
• Foster + PartnersflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Sir Norman Foster's firm on OVO Hydro arena in Glasgow and Glasshouse International Centre for Music in Gateshead, UK.
• Dominique Perrault ArchitecturenotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment of special seating with retractable systems for Métal 57 auditorium in Paris renovation project.
• Rem Koolhaas / OMAnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Milstein Hall at Cornell University, developing innovative auditorium with individual movable seating system based on Figueras Mutasub system.
• Guillermo Vázquez ConsuegranotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCustom seating design for FIBES Palacio de Congresos in Seville and Teatros del Canal in Madrid.
• Juan Navarro BaldewegnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesigned the Alicia seating model for Teatros del Canal in Madrid, later installed at Forum Evolution Burgos and Centro Cultural de Benidorm.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hussey Seating Company: Hussey Seating is a US-based manufacturer of fixed and telescopic seating for stadiums, theatres, auditoriums, and gymnasiums. Directly comparable to Figueras as both compete for large-scale venue seating contracts in the Americas, with overlapping customer bases including schools, sports venues, and performing arts centers.
• Irwin Seating Company: Irwin Seating is a North American manufacturer of fixed seating for cinemas, stadiums, auditoriums, and public venues. Directly competes with Figueras on cinema chain contracts (similar to Warner Bros scope) and educational/government installations across the US. Both serve global brands and large-venue specifiers with custom seating solutions.
• Ferco Seating: Ferco Seating manufactures fixed and retractable seating systems for theatres, concert halls, auditoriums, and arenas. Comparable to Figueras as both offer bespoke venue seating with acoustic and ergonomic optimization, primarily in the EMEA/APAC markets, with overlapping theatre and performing arts center clientele.
• Series Seating: Series Seating is a UK manufacturer of stadium, arena, and auditorium seating. Direct competitor to Figueras in the European sports venue market, with comparable product offerings (tip-up seats, fixed seating) and a similar project-driven B2B sales motion targeting premier sports venues and entertainment complexes.
• Quinette Cinematic Seating: Quinette (part of Galis Group) is a French manufacturer specialized in cinema seating for major cinema chains globally. Directly comparable to Figueras's cinema segment, both serving premium cinema operators with customized seating solutions and acoustic performance optimization.
• Poltrona Frau Group: Poltrona Frau (part of Lifestyle Design Group, formerly Haworth) produces premium seating including theatre, auditorium, and contract seating. Comparable to Figueras in the premium/upscale segment of the venue seating market, with similar focus on material quality, ergonomic design, and customization for iconic architectural projects.
• Vitra (correction) - Camatic / Now part of Sofa House Group: Camatic Seating (Australian-origin, now part of broader seating groups) is a manufacturer of auditorium, theatre, stadium, and transport seating. Direct competitor serving global venue markets with comparable fixed and retractable seating systems for performing arts centers, sports arenas, and public spaces.
• Figueras Seating competitor - Mobiliario y Equipamiento: Mobica is a Spanish manufacturer of theatre, auditorium, and cinema seating. Direct domestic competitor in the Iberian market serving similar performing arts centers, educational institutions, and public venues with custom seating solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Vitra: Vitra is a Swiss design-driven furniture manufacturer with a broader portfolio including office, home, and institutional seating. While not a direct theatre/stadium seating competitor, Vitra serves institutional, education, and corporate markets with similar premium positioning and designer collaborations, making it a broad incumbent competing for institutional project specifications.
• Knoll International: Knoll (now under MillerKnoll) is a US-based premium contract furnishings manufacturer including office, institutional, and auditorium seating. While broader than venue-specific seating, Knoll competes with Figueras in high-end institutional and corporate seating specifications for architect-designed projects in North America and Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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