Knoll, Inc. is an esteemed American design company renowned for its furniture and furnishings in residential, workplace, and educational settings. Founded in 1938 by Hans G. Knoll and Florence Knoll, the company has left a lasting impact on modern design.
Initially focused on importing European furniture, Knoll soon began collaborating with renowned designers and architects to create their own collections. Florence Knoll, an architect and designer, played a key role in the company's success by introducing the concept of "total design." This approach, integrating furniture, textiles, and spatial planning, revolutionized interior design and set Knoll apart.
Knoll's collaborations with influential designers and architects such as Mies van der Rohe, Harry Bertoia, Eero Saarinen, Warren Platner, and Marcel Breuer resulted in iconic furniture pieces. The Barcelona Chair and Stool by Mies van der Rohe, the Tulip Table and Womb Chair by Eero Saarinen, and the Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia are celebrated for their elegant designs and innovative use of materials.
In addition to residential furniture, Knoll excels in workplace and office furniture, offering desks, chairs, storage solutions, and collaborative furniture for functional and inspiring workspaces.
The company's designs have garnered numerous accolades, including Red Dot Design Awards and Good Design Awards. Knoll also prioritizes sustainability, incorporating environmentally responsible practices into their manufacturing processes.
The Womb
Product Highlight
Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb Chair at Florence Knoll's request for "a chair that was like a basket full of pillows - something she could really curl up in." This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm—hence the name.
“The sweeping form offers endless postures and extra room for elbows, books or tablets.”
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