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Grange was established in 1904 by Joseph Grange and is one of the oldest cabinetmakers in France today. With its global dealer structure, the Group recognised the potential in Grange as a platform for the Group’s international expansion and in 2003 acquired an initial stake of c20% in the business, increasing this to 75% in 2005.
Based in Lyon, Grange produces both premium classical furniture and contemporary French furniture. The standard of craftsmanship which goes into Grange furniture is quite unique. It has steadily built itself into an international brand with its products available around the world – from St Petersburg to Istanbul; from Toronto to New York and from Dubai to Adelaide. Approximately 80% of its turnover is in exports with a presence in 40 countries worldwide. It has eight stores in Europe, eleven showrooms in the US and a further two in Canada with around 200 international dealers.
More recently Grange has created the French-styled Bastide range of free-standing kitchen and bathroom furniture for Fired Earth and similarly Fired Earth’s Shaker collection based on original ‘Shaker’ designs.
At the helm of Grange, is 34 year old Drazan Babic who took over as Managing Director in March 2007. Drazen was previously Finance Director at Grange. His energetic management style, sound financial background and enthusiasm for the product all stand him in good stead to drive through new synergistic initiatives with other Group companies.
Link to website:
http://www.grange.fr/
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