New Product Offerings Now Available in North America
Knoll's Piero Lissoni Outdoor Collection, Richard Schultz's 1966 Collection, and Antonio Citterio's Klismos Collection Are Available in North America
February 8, 2024
Lissoni Outdoor Collection designed by Piero Lissoni
Piero Lissoni created the unprecedented Outdoor Collection for Knoll that reflects his elegant style. The element that unites all the products in the collection – divided between two- and three-seater sofas, armchairs, stools, and coffee tables of various shapes and sizes – is the linearity of the design. Lissoni’s Outdoor Collection is distinguished by its essential lines and comes with an aluminum frame, available in white onyx and dark red. The micro-perforated pattern on the back of the sofa and armchair’s backrest catches the eye and defines its contemporary aesthetic, while the large cushions and upholstery of the seats ensure an absolute level of comfort and informal relaxation. The covers of the seat and back cushions are fully removable and suitable for extended outdoor use.
The Richard Schultz 1966 Collection®
Richard Schultz remains best known for his collaboration with Harry Bertoia, who created the iconic steel wire seating collection for Knoll. A few years later, Florence Knoll, perhaps mindful of this, expressly asked Schultz to create a collection of outdoor furniture resistant to the open air. Thus, was born the "Leisure Collection" now known as the "1966 Collection", the first contemporary outdoor collection that immediately became a classic and is now available with a dark red frame contrasting with white mesh that characterizes the whole seat. The new collection with the dark red frame includes the 1966 Tables, rectangular or square with porcelain steel top, the 1966 Chair with and without armrests, the 1966 Chaise Longue with or without adjustable backrest, the 1966 Armchair with armrests, the 1966 Serving Cart and the 1966 Square Tables in different sizes.
Klismos Collection by Antonio Citterio
Antonio Citterio designed the Klismos Collection which represents the expression of a modern language, with clear references to the Knoll tradition of classic design. Emphasis has been placed on sustainability, with the use of natural materials like wood and marble. The Klismos Collection originally introduced in 2022, offers an original combination of materials and dynamic, slender forms, through a dining, bench and lounge chair. The seats and backs are in natural cotton cord woven on an oak wood structure. Elegant optional leather cushions can be added to the seat for greater comfort.