Today, our story continues to unfold across 5 continents and in 71 countries. But how did it all begin?
In our journey to create a unified and unbeatable Turkish brand, we are committed to providing the most functional, secure and cost-effective products worldwide. Our mission extends to helping children fulfill their dreams in numerous parts of
the world.
In 1996, when we were founded in Türkiye as a family business, our journey began with the aim of bringing children's dreams to life in their own rooms.
Our first export to Ukraine marked a significant milestone. It was a thrilling day when we embarked on our journey, introducing a Turkish brand to the global market. Setting sail from İnegöl, we ventured out to reach the world.
In 1997, we launched our website, marking the beginning of Cilek.com's digital presence and online broadcasting.
1998
Our first store was opened in Bursa.
We started on the Guarantee System.
1999
Our first Tv advertisement was published * .
Our Çilek Academy was established.
2000
We moved into our new factory.
In 2001, we opened our first store in Malta.
2002
We received the first GS Quality Certificate.
2003
We switched to second shift in production.
2004
We moved our General Management Office into Istanbul.
Throughout the year, we shared the pride of being chosen as Türkiye's Super Brand with all of our employees, business partners, and customers.
2006
Our Family Constitution was written.
We were granted the status of a renowned brand.
2007
We became a Turquality brand.
2007
We received the ISO 9001 document.
In 2007, we achieved the title of 'Furniture Export Champion.' That same year, we celebrated a remarkable milestone when our 2000th trailer truck was dispatched to Switzerland. We continued our exports to 66 countries, a testament to our commitment to international trade.
2008
We received the Most Admired Company award.
We adopted the Toyota Production Philosophy.
2009
Our Cilek Foundation was established.
2010
We came in first place in Customer Satisfaction.
We reached to a point of having 444 sales spots in 66 different countries.
2013
We received the ISO 14001 document.
2014
E-sales begun.
We were selected as the Most Innovative Brand.
2015
We received the EU Perfection Award.
In 2015, we established our Research and Development (R&D) Center, approved by the Ministry of Science, Industry, and Technology on November 27, 2015. Our primary objective is to systematically enhance all aspects of product, process, and software development. This effort is conducted under the coordination of our R&D Center.
* At the Cilek Ar-Ge Center, we employ 46 engineers and technical staff who play a crucial role in our research and development initiatives.
2016
We embraced the minimalist office philosophy.
2016
We established our Cilek USA Company in California.
2016
We adopted the philosophy of Simple Office.
We built our Cilek Design Hub design center in the very same year we were awarded the Design Turkey Best Design Award.
*Çilek Design Hub
Since its inception, Çilek Mobilya has been dedicated to offering original designs, considering it an indispensable value within its corporate culture. The Çilek Design Hub, approved by the Ministry of Science, Industry, and Technology and awarded the Design Center Certificate, is the first of its kind in the industry.
Located at the heart of design within Çilek's headquarters, the Design Hub brings together industrial designers, architects, and graphic designers. It manages all aspects of product creation, graphic design, visual arrangements, and store design, from the birth of a product to its presentation to customers in stores. The aim is to foster a common design language.
The design team, guided by the motto 'to dream,' creates original designs that capture imagination and cater to the needs of children and young people. These designs are characterized by being ergonomic, innovative, fun, high-quality, safe, environmentally conscious, and capable of providing new emotions and experiences from the inception of a product to its introduction in stores.
2018
We purchased the brand and model rights of CS Schmal Möbel 1896 Germany.
2019
We established our CS Schmal Office in Bad Salzuflen.
2020
We made it into top three in Turkey's Most Admired Furniture Category.
2021
We became the brand that best manages customer experience in the furniture category.
2021
In Turkey's Most Admired Companies Survey, we were recognized as Turkey's Most Admired Company in the Furniture Category.