The story of De Machinekamer

We are De Machinekamer, where vintage and new design classics come together. Everything we do is driven by a love for design. Our collection is a distinctive mix of new designs with Dutch and Scandinavian influences, vintage furniture and reissued classics. Our journey began with a passion for restoring iconic design pieces and has grown into a leading destination for design furniture. We love furniture with character. Designs that bring together form, materials and functionality.

How it all began

De Machinekamer was founded by friends Rick and Olger. In 2006, they purchased their first batch of tubular steel chairs, which they restored and successfully sold. What started with a single chair soon grew into an extensive collection of tubular steel chairs and vintage design finds from the 1930s to the 1980s. A holiday in Norway resulted in a car full of Scandinavian furniture, further strengthening their love for design. Their passion for design furniture and the joy of restoring it gradually turned a hobby into a thriving business.

From a door sign to a company name

Initially, Rick and Olger worked from home, but it wasn't long before they needed more space. They found a workshop and shop in the former machine room of an agricultural business. With the original 'Machinekamer' sign still on the door, the name was an obvious choice.

The old machine room soon became too small, and in 2012 they moved to a new location: the former company garage of the Bruynzeel factory in Zaandam.

Tubular steel furniture

The chair that started it all, the tubular steel chair, remains an important part of De Machinekamer. We offer these chairs in a wide range of designs, fabrics and colours. Take a look at the many options available for the Purmer and Elsene chairs, for example. We are proud to call ourselves true specialists in tubular steel furniture.

Vintage icons

Our love for design began with iconic classics. Furniture with a story to tell, where the design, materials and history give each piece its own character. Our vintage furniture collection consists of carefully selected classics from the 1930s through to the 1980s. What makes vintage furniture so special is its history. Subtle signs of use, original materials and thoughtfully considered designs bring character to any interior.

In our showrooms, you'll discover an ever-changing selection of unique pieces, featuring designs from the Netherlands, Scandinavia and the rest of Europe.

Reissues of design classics

As specialists in design classics, we are proud to have reintroduced the iconic Galvanitas S16, the industrial school chair from the 1950s and 1960s. Using the original moulds and a contemporary colour palette, we have brought this classic back to life. Over the years, the Galvanitas Compass Collection has expanded to include more original Galvanitas designs, exclusively reissued by De Machinekamer.

Our own collections

Alongside vintage design classics, we also develop new furniture designs under our own brands Sav & Økse, Dykmeyer and Tubax. We love taking iconic pieces apart, right down to the very last screw, to understand how every detail came to be. We see the rich history of design classics as inspiration for the future. A driving force for progress.

Our furniture is characterised by high quality and refined finishes. Working closely with experienced European manufacturers, we pay careful attention to the choice of materials and every finishing detail. This allows us to create furniture that is made to last for years to come.

We believe in timeless design, honest materials and quality craftsmanship. A collection that looks beyond trends, featuring designs that remain relevant for years to come.

Design that suits you

Our own collections offer plenty of possibilities to customise furniture to suit your personal taste and preferences. Many of our pieces are available in different types of wood and finishes, such as oak, beech, walnut and whitewash. We also offer materials such as Fenix. For our sofas, armchairs and chairs, you can choose from a wide range of fabrics in various colours and textures. This allows you to create a piece of furniture that perfectly complements your interior.

Showrooms

With a growing customer base throughout the Netherlands, De Machinekamer opened its second store in Utrecht in 2020. A distinctive building from the 1960s was transformed into a bright and spacious showroom in the city's furniture shopping district. A third location followed in Rotterdam in early 2025. De Machinekamer also continued to grow in Zaandam. The original showroom had become too small for the ever-expanding collection. In September 2025, the store therefore moved to a larger showroom of over 1,000 m², just 300 metres from its previous location.