SLEEPING AND LIVING WITH CULTURE

CRAFTSMANSHIP AND NATURAL MATERIALS

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CRAFTSMANSHIP
FROM AUSTRIA

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Handwerkskunst
aus Österreich

Genuine Viennese craftsmanship, good furniture design and natural materials – these are the three pillars on which our SOMNIFER product philosophy is based. Our natural mattress manufactory has been in existence since 1986.

You will find our shop for testing, trying out and detailed advice right next to Vienna’s Naschmarkt in the 5th district at Franzensgasse 25. Come and visit us and see the SOMNIFER quality for yourself. Because a good night’s sleep takes time.

SLEEP ON PURE NATURE

We spend a third of our lives sleeping. A good night’s sleep keeps us healthy. This is even better with handmade products from nature. Our SOMNIFER products for sleeping:
– Solid wood beds – Made in Austria
– Natural beds without metal screws
– Hand-sewn natural mattresses, also in organic quality
– Orthopaedic slatted frames
– Bedding made from fairtrade organic materials
– Bedside cabinets made from real wood

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NEW: OUR MATTRESSES ARE NOW ALSO AVAILABLE IN ORGANIC QUALITY!

In addition to our Somni mattresses, which have been tried and tested for decades, we now also offer a refined version – all materials comply with the BIO standard! Come and try out our new Somni-0 (soft) and Somni-II (firm) organic mattresses.

NEW: SHOJI WITH CIRCULAR LATTICE PATTERN

Now new after over 1 year of development work! We can now also build shoji with a circular lattice design . Come and see us, we will be happy to advise you.

JAPANESE LIVING CULTURE

A piece of Japan in the centre of Vienna.
With SOMNIFER you can bring Japanese
living culture into your home.
And all from Austrian craftsmanship

– Shojis, Japanese sliding walls and doors
– Original tatami mats
– Tatami pedestal
– Japanese screens
– Japanese accessories: Zaisu, tatami bench,
Zori, Japanese lamps and much more.

Customised with the highest quality.

ACCESSOIRES

In addition to all our products, you will also find
of course plenty of accessories
for an atmospheric ambience:
– Lamps
– Cushions & stools
– Curtains & blinds

JAPANESE LIVING CULTURE WITH PERSONALISED ADVICE IN VIENNA

Traditional Japanese living culture has developed in the triangle between closeness to nature, limited space and a focus on the essentials. Japanese living is often perceived as minimalist, purist and reduced, where the mind should not be distracted. Variable walls and screens allow interior spaces to be used in multiple ways. Futons, which lie on Japanese rice mats, can simply be rolled up and the room put to another use. A few decorative elements are used to create a visual effect with natural and high-quality materials. Natural materials such as wood, stone and sometimes precious fabrics are combined. All in all, Japanese living culture creates places of peace and meditation and a stage for a life focused on the essentials.

 

TATAMI MATS MADE FROM RICE STRAW (JAPANESE RICE MATS)

The rice mat made from pressed rice straw, which is characteristic of Japanese home decor, is mainly used as flooring in washitsu (traditionally designed rooms). Tatami have both heat-insulating and sound-absorbing properties and are also rarely used as wall elements. Tatami mats are also used on the multifunctional tatami platform developed by Somnifer and manufactured in Austria. A tatami platform is a traditional-looking living element and piece of Japanese furniture that can be used as a Japanese table, storage space and sleeping area. Tatami mats are available in different sizes, but they are usually rectangular, rarely square (90 x 90). You can buy tatami directly from Somnifer in Vienna. Somnifer also ships or delivers tatami from Vienna to other places in Austria and beyond.

 

SHOJI – BUY JAPANESE SLIDING DOORS AND SLIDING WALLS IN VIENNA

Shoji are traditional Japanese room elements that are an essential part of Japanese home decor. Until the end of the Edo period in 1868, they were predominantly built as sliding elements. Today, there are also other forms for modern applications, such as folding elements or round shapes, which are used as shoji windows, as shoji wall elements as room dividers or as an entire bunk. Less frequently, they are used in shoji furniture. Somnifer manufactures shoji predominantly from lime wood because it is light and warp-resistant and can be oiled very well in different colours. Shoji sliding doors can also be oiled in a natural color or stained and glazed to resemble other types of wood. Somnifer sliding doors in Japanese style are customised in Austria. Shoji sliding door prices are made up of many factors: the overall size, the type of shoji lattice , the number of shoji elements, the type of wood and surface treatment, any additional element like wooden hipboard or the type of railing system. A one-sided or double-sided design also has an effect on the price, as do the type of facing material and the scope of installation.

 

NATURAL BEDS, NATURAL MATTRESSES AND SLATTED FRAMES – HEALTHY, RELAXED AND COMFORTABLE SLEEP

Pure nature is the motto. For all those who are looking for healthy sleep and for whom natural materials are important: High-quality and durable natural beds are made without metal and without metal screws. Handmade natural mattresses are free from synthetic fibres, chemicals and adhesives. Orthopaedic and rigid slatted frames are the foundation for a good night’s sleep. Natural beds, natural mattresses and orthopaedic slatted frames are just as important for healthy sleep as the bedding, duvet covers and pillow cases . These should be skin-friendly and temperature-regulating and create a healthy sleeping environment.
Different materials can be combined in handmade mattresses. This allows to achieve the optimum hardness or softness of a natural mattress.

A futon mattress is the natural Japanese version of natural mattresses. A futon is multi-layered and consists of different materials such as coconut fibres, sheep wool, horsehair and cotton. The vegan futon is encased in linen-hemp instead of sheep wool.

 

HANDMADE NATURAL FURNITURE: HANDCRAFTED, PERSONALISED ADVICE AND THE HIGHEST QUALITY FOR JAPANESE FURNITURE AND HOME ACCESSORIES

Longevity, regionality and handmade products are Somnifer’s guiding principles. It goes without saying that this is closely linked to comprehensive, personalised advice. This includes Japanese furniture, Japanese shoji, Japanese lamps and ceiling lamps, Japanese home accessories as well as natural beds and everything needed for a healthy sleep. Somnifer is the hotspot for small Japanese furniture in the centre of Vienna.

 

SOMNIFER E.U. – JAPANESE LIVING IDEAS FROM THE 5TH DISTRICT IN VIENNA

Japan has great appeal due to its culture and way of life. Japanese living ideas and the interpretation of Japanese living culture for our Central European habits is an essential part of Somnifer. For example, the tatami platform is perfectly suited to European seating habits, as you can place the legs directly under the table. A Japanese shoji can also be used as a cabinet door, sliding door, room divider or in front of a window. Get Japanese living ideas from the 5th district in Vienna. We bring a piece of Japan into your four walls.

Here you will find a large selection of natural beds, natural mattresses, Japanese sliding doors, tatamis, futons, Japanese lamps & accessories and much more.

Our natural beds are high-quality, durable and completely without metal screws. A natural product for healthy sleep with the quality guarantee and service of a Viennese specialist workshop. Each of our carpenter beds is customised and adapted to individual requirements.

All mattresses are handmade and free from chemicals, synthetic fibres and adhesives. Naturally, there are also matching orthopaedic slatted frames . The bedding is skin-friendly, temperature-regulating and ensures a healthy sleeping environment. So that you can sleep healthily every day.

We also offer customised shoji, Japanese sliding doors. These elegant doors are not only functional, they also allow you to add a unique touch to your home. We offer different styles and designs to ensure you find the perfect sliding door for your space.

Our tatamis are perfect for anyone who wants a piece of Japan in their home. These traditional Japanese floor mats not only provide a comfortable surface to sit and lie on, but are also a stylish addition to any room. We offer a wide range of sizes and materials to help you find the perfect tatami for your home.

We also have handmade futons in our product range. These traditional Japanese mattresses are available in different sizes and variations to suit every need. Whether as a guest bed or a permanent place to sleep, our futons are an excellent choice.

Somnifer always prioritises the durability, regionality and quality of its products. We only work with the best partners to ensure that we can offer our customers high-quality and long-lasting products.

Visit us in our shop and get Japanese living ideas from the 5th district in Vienna. We bring a piece of Japan into your home.