What Et al. does

Et al., operating as Et al. Divisione Ifi S.p.A., is an Italian designer and manufacturer of seating and tables for collective and contract spaces, headquartered in Tavullia (Pesaro-Urbino) with a logistics center in San Giovanni in Marignano. The company is a privately held division of the Ifi S.p.A. furniture conglomerate with a registered share capital of €1,580,490 and operates as an S.p.A. (joint-stock corporation). Its catalog comprises 15+ collections spanning chairs, armchairs, sofas, stools, modular seating systems, poufs, and tables, designed in collaboration with internationally recognized designers including Marco Acerbis (appointed Art Director in 2026), Philippe Nigro, Marc Sadler, Emilio Nanni, Francesco Geraci, and Carlo Bimbi.

The company's underlying production model combines CNC machining of wood and metal components with artisanal craftsmanship and industrial production methods. Products target the contract/hospitality segment as the primary market, with secondary segments in office/corporate spaces, retail, residential, and outdoor environments. The product portfolio supports both indoor and outdoor use through dedicated outdoor-rated lines (e.g., Ari outdoor, Uni.one, Zero, Playa) with weather-resistant materials and waterproof inner linings. Customization is a core commercial feature, leveraging the NCS color system and upholstery from Kvadrat, Gabriel, and Rubelli.

Et al. generates revenue through one-time sales of furniture to B2B contract clients on a quote-based pricing model with no public pricing disclosure. Distribution occurs through three channels: a dedicated commercial sales team for Italy and an export team for international markets, the pCon.planner 3D design platform (partnership announced September 2024) targeting architects and interior designers, and direct engagement at major trade shows including Salone del Mobile (Milan) and Clerkenwell Design Week (London). Reference customers span hospitality (Hilton Garden Inn Tirana, Ibis Hotel Sydney, Campofelice Hotel Village Switzerland), corporate dining (Compass Group Madrid, Airbus Helicopters Marseille), education (ALMA La Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana), and performing arts (Piccolo Teatro di Milano), with realized projects across more than 30 countries spanning Europe, North America, South America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania. Marketing channels include social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn), email newsletter, PR/earned media coverage, and the pCon digital platform.

Name

Et al.

Legal name

Et al. Divisione Ifi S.p.A.

Website

https://et-al.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Et al. (Divisione Ifi S.p.A.) is an Italian manufacturer of design seating and tables for hospitality, contract, office, and residential spaces, sold globally through direct sales, the pCon.planner 3D platform, and international trade shows.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tavullia, Pesaro-Urbino

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Furniture sales (seating and tables): Et al. generates revenue through the design, manufacture, and direct sale of high-quality seating (chairs, armchairs, sofas, stools, modular seating systems) and tables to contract and residential clients. Products are sold through its own sales force, the pCon digital platform, and trade show engagements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Et al. designs, manufactures, and sells seating (chairs, armchairs, sofas, stools, modular systems, poufs) and tables for hospitality, contract, office, retail, and high-end residential spaces. The portfolio consists of 15+ collections developed with internationally recognized designers (Marco Acerbis, Francesco Geraci, Emilio Nanni, Philippe Nigro, Marc Sadler, Carlo Bimbi), combining artisanal tradition with industrial innovation using CNC machining and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Product overview

Et al. is an Italian furniture company (Divisione Ifi S.p.A.) specializing in seating and tables for hospitality, contract, and residential spaces. The product portfolio consists of multiple named collections spanning chairs, armchairs, sofas, modular seating systems, stools, poufs, and tables. Core collections include: Nuy, Oz, Têt (designed by Marco Acerbis as new Art Director), Uni and Uni-Ka (iconic shell chairs by Francesco Geraci), Myra (upholstered collection by Emilio Nanni), Ari (armchair by Philippe Nigro), Nassau (by Marc Sadler), Ibis (best-seller by Francesco Geraci), Nomad+ (modular sofa system), and Space/Space+ (modular systems). Table collections include AX, MT, XT, Deck, Web, Zenith, Milos, Noodle, Jet, and others. Additional collections include 001 (iconic chair), Uni.one (outdoor steel chair), Kontea, Bloom, Classy, Cuba, Snap, Flint, Shore, Ambit, Abaco, Punto, Playa, Zero, and Poufs. The company emphasizes craftsmanship tradition combined with industrial innovation and good design, working with international designers to create products for collective spaces.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Nuy chair Chair designed by Marco Acerbis featuring an inverted 'Y' structural frame in ash wood, combining structural precision with a generously padded ergonomic seat and back. Designed for contract and residential use as part of the brand's identity renewal.
• Uni chair collection (Uni, Uni-Ka, Uni-al, Unik-al, Uni.one) Iconic polypropylene shell chair collection designed by Francesco Geraci. Available in multiple colors with extensive frame options (steel, wood, aluminum). Variants include Uni (front texture resembling upholstered furniture), Uni-Ka (textured surface, hospitality-focused), Uni-al and Unik-al (aluminum variants), and Uni.one (outdoor stackable 4-leg steel chair).
• Myra collection Upholstered furniture collection designed by Emilio Nanni, featuring modern seat forms combined with international design style, contrasting color stitching, and numerous color/material combinations. The collection spans chairs, armchairs, stools, sofas, poufs, and tables for contract and residential use.
• Ibis collection Best-seller seating collection designed by Francesco Geraci. Technopolymer shell available in multiple colors with various frame options in steel, aluminum, and wood. The collection includes chairs, armchairs, and stools, and is featured in installations such as Ibis Darling Harbour Sydney.
• Ari armchair Armchair designed by French designer Philippe Nigro, featuring a steel tube frame with soft padded seat, back, and armrests. Available in an outdoor version (Ari 1321) with waterproof inner lining, weighing 8.4 kg, suitable for coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, offices, and residential use.
• Nassau collection Collection designed by Marc Sadler, featuring a sober and elegant silhouette with distinctive character. Polypropylene shell available in various colors with multiple frame options including steel, wood, and aluminum. Used in Compass Group corporate dining rooms and hospitality venues.
• Kontea collection Classic-inspired armchair designed by Carlo Bimbi, featuring padded cold-foam backrest and padded seat, available in two-tone options. Multiple frame and upholstery solutions suit diverse hospitality and contract furnishing applications.
• Tables collection Comprehensive line of design tables available in various shapes, materials, and heights. Includes bases and tabletops in multiple finishes across collections such as Agami, Bloom, Main, Milos, Harvey, Noodle, AX, MT, XT, Zenith, Deck, Jet, and Web. Suitable for hospitality, office, corporate dining, and residential use.
• Modular seating systems Flexible, aggregable, and functional modular furnishing systems for community spaces, waiting areas, lounges, corporate cafeterias, and restaurants. Includes Space, Space+, Nomad+, Abaco, Punto, Zero, Playa, and Ambit. Many systems are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with removable water-repellent cushions and stackable frames.
• Stools collection Design stools available in various heights and materials, suitable for bars, restaurants, public, and residential spaces. Includes Shade, Uni, Classy, Cuba, Snap, Flint, Nassau, Hull, Agami, Myra, Kontea, Kicca, Main, Punto, Dalton, Ring, Agatha, Echo, and Ibis stool variants.
• Poufs collection Versatile modern design poufs for indoor and outdoor use. Available in rotation-molded plastic (e.g., Boom by Emilio Nanni) or soft padded cushions, in square or soft-line forms. Includes Agami, Myra, Ari, Bloom, Abaco, Pillow, Punto, Pif, Boom, Apple, and Playa.
• 001 chair Iconic chair design described as a 'history of an unnamed icon', available in indoor and outdoor versions, including a 001 baby variant. Targeted at hospitality, office, and residential use.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cosmo collection selected for ADI Design Index 2025 — a prestigious recognition by Italy's primary industrial design association.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• pCon (by pCon Solutions)coreTechnology or Integration · 11 September 2024Et al. partnered with pCon to make its 15 collections available on the pCon.planner 3D design platform. The partnership enables architects and interior designers to easily find, configure, and visualize Et al. products in 3D project environments. The platform's intuitive interface and real-time rendering tools allow design professionals to create detailed, realistic project previews. This positions Et al. within the professional design community's digital workflow, expanding reach to a global network of pCon users.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• HAY: Danish contemporary design brand with a strong contract and residential footprint. Comparable in serving architects/interior designers, multi-channel distribution, and design-led seating and tables.
• Pedrali: Italian contract furniture manufacturer specializing in chairs, armchairs, stools, and tables for hospitality, office, and residential. Closest direct peer: similar product portfolio (seating + tables), similar B2B contract focus, similar Italian design heritage, and comparable designer-collaboration model.
• Arper: Italian contract furniture manufacturer serving hospitality, office, and residential with chairs, tables, and modular systems. Highly comparable in target customers (contract specifiers), product mix (seating-led), and design-collaboration approach.
• Knoll: US-based premium contract furniture brand serving hospitality, office, and education with a designer-led product portfolio. Comparable in target specifier audience, contract sales model, and premium pricing tier.
• Scab Design: Italian contract furniture manufacturer specializing in chairs, stools, and tables with strong presence in hospitality and HoReCa. Direct overlap with Et al.'s core categories and contract/hospitality customer base.
• Magis: Italian design-led furniture brand offering chairs, tables, and accessories for residential and contract markets. Comparable in terms of designer collaborations, Italian manufacturing heritage, and overlap in seating and tables categories.
• Fritz Hansen: Danish premium furniture manufacturer serving contract and residential with iconic designer collaborations (Arne Jacobsen, Poul Kjærholm). Comparable in premium positioning, designer-driven portfolio, and hospitality/corporate specifier channel.

Broad incumbents

• Vitra: Swiss premium furniture brand with significant contract and residential presence and a deep designer roster (Eames, Panton, etc.). Comparable in designer-collaboration model and contract specifier channel, but broader in scope (lighting, accessories, workplace systems).
• B&B Italia: Premium Italian furniture brand with a sizable contract division (B&B Italia Contract). Overlaps with Et al. in hospitality and corporate seating/tables but operates a much broader residential and outdoor portfolio at scale.
• Cassina: Italian high-end furniture brand (part of Poltrona Frau Group) with strong contract presence and deep designer heritage. Larger and more diversified than Et al., with significant residential pull, but overlapping in hospitality and corporate seating/tables.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC4gxyGGxrVCLIhM3b3gP87g
• Facebookfacebook.com/etal.official
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/e-t-a-l
• Instagraminstagram.com/et_al_official

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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