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Wassily Chair – Belting Leather

Pete — Wed, 12 May 2010 16:08:43 +0000

In spirit and stature, Marcel Breuer’s Wassily Chair (1925) from Knoll has few equals. Believed to be the first bent tubular steel chair design, the Wassily Chair distills the traditional club chair to a series of strong, spare lines, executed with dynamic material counterpoint. The gleaming chrome-finished tubular steel frame-inspired by the graceful, curving handlebars of the Adler bicycle-is seamless in its assemblage. Thick cowhide leather slings create the designs seating surfaces, which…read more

Bertoia Replacement Seat Pad – Vinyl

Pete — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:38:24 +0000

Designed for the classic Bertoia Side Chair (1952), the replacement seat pads fit both the Bertoia chairs and stools. A thin layer of padding is upholstered in waterproof vinyl for use indoors and out. Available in a new array of colors (Charcoal/Mandarin/Parakeet) with a smoother, softer vinyl, the seat pad is easy to clean and offers a heightened level of comfort. Manufactured by Knoll according to the original and exacting specifications of the designer. Made in Italy.…read more

Brno Flat Bar Chair – w/ Armpads – Volo Leather

Pete — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:17:34 +0000

The Brno Flat Bar Chair (1930) from KnollStudio is a masterpiece of structure, paying tribute to early modernisms gravity-defying skyscrapers. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to have a cantilevered base, the Brno offers the comfort of an armchair without the old-line stuffiness or bulk of upholstery. Weighty bar stock steel lends the chair its strength and boasts seamless joints and hidden hardware. A lengthy triple-plate chroming process ensures a resilient, rust-resistant mirror-quality…read more

Pensi Square Cafe Table – Disks

Pete — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:14:53 +0000

Available in a variety of sizes and finishes, Jorge Pensi’s collection of caf and dining tables are quickly becoming the standard for outdoor cafs in Europe. Pensi created this versatile design in 1988 to coordinate with his Toledo Stacking Chair. Made with recyclable materials, the “disks” style has a stainless steel tabletop patterned with sanded discs. A UV-resistant metallic laminate tabletop is also available. The tabletop stands on a polished and anodized cast aluminum base with a tubular aluminum c…read more

Pensi Bar Height Cafe Table – Metallic

Pete — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:46:09 +0000

Available in a variety of sizes and finishes, the Pensi Caf Table (1988) is quickly becoming the standard for outdoor cafes in Europe. Made with recyclable materials, the “metallic” style has a tabletop made with UV-resistant Trespa metallic laminate. A stainless steel tabletop is also available. The tabletop stands on a polished and anodized cast aluminum base with a tubular aluminum center column and wide, sturdy feet with black silicone glides that won’t scuff floors. This table is Greenguard Indoor Air…read more

Risom Side Chair

Pete — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:16:13 +0000

The Risom Side Chair (1941) by Danish designer Jens Risom is testament to the simplicity and ingenuity that is so often found in timeless modern designs. Widely known as the first chair to be designed for Knoll, the Risom Chair brought the natural materials and understated form of Scandinavian design to large-scale U.S. production. The streamlined maple hardwood frame is expertly joined with mortise and tenon construction. A comfortable seat and backrest provide support. In the place of bulky…read more

Toledo Chair

Pete — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 23:45:52 +0000

Completely recyclable, the Toldeo Chair (1986) by Jorge Pensi brings rugged strength and streamlined aesthetics to outdoor furnishings. This contract-quality chair is crafted out of thermo-treated polished aluminum, a material that stays cool to the touch even in hot climates. The comfortable seat echoes the scale more typically found in dining chairs for indoor use and is made out of durable cast aluminum. Stackable up to four high for compact storage, the Toledo Chair is designed to coordinate with the Pe…read more

Barcelona Couch w/ Black Straps – Volo Leather

Pete — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 01:12:10 +0000

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona Couch (1930) was added to his Barcelona Collection in the year following the introduction of the Chair and Stool. Still produced to his original specifications, the couch gained widespread popularity in 1953, when architect Philp Johnson selected it for his New York apartment. The cushions — welting and buttons included — come from a single Spinneybeck Volo cowhide and are supported by cowhide belting straps, dyed to match the color of the couch. To creat…read more

Brno Tubular Chair – Volo Leather

Pete — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:53:20 +0000

One of the first cantilevered chair designs to be produced, Ludwig Mies van der Rohes Brno Tubular Chair (1930) is the most elegant of its kind. The mirror-finish chromed tubular steel frame is fluidly bent into a sinuous single-piece form, which gracefully supports the sitter while seemingly defying gravity. A lengthy triple-plate chroming process ensures a resilient, rust-resistant mirror-quality finish. The padded seat is upholstered in supple full grain Spinneybeck leather for long-endurin…read more

Saarinen Side Table – Coated Marble 1

Pete — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:14:47 +0000

With the aim of designing furniture defined by sculptural, holistic structures, Eero Saarinen produced the Tulip Side Table as part of his iconic pedestal collection (1956). Crafted of a heavy aluminum base that has been cast into a slender and fluid span, the table is topped with beautiful white and gray Arabescato marble. Both the base and tabletop are treated with a clear protective finish to resist scratches, stains and scuffs. Made in Italy.Each piece is stamped with the KnollStudio logo…read more