KN02 High Back Chair

For the Salone del Mobile 2018, Knoll introduces the KN Collection by Knoll, designed by Piero Lissoni. This impeccable seating collection can make every moment a precious opportunity for complete relaxation, open interaction, and the pleasure of socialising. It can also be used in private spaces for regeneration in a dimension of personal identity.

The collection features a range of materials that set every creation apart, underlining the sophisticated spirit that looks to the future while at the same time paying tribute to the great design of the past: accents to scatter freely in residential spaces but also versatile solutions for high-performance workplaces and luxury interiors.

The whole collection has a swivel base in polished or coated cast aluminium. The base with an internal damper offers a self-regulating system to ensure immediate comfort.

A second version, KN02, with more compact and extended proportions, offers a headrest and a practical manual mechanism built into the armrest, enabling the chair to recline and adapt to posture variations. The mechanism hidden under the upholstery can shift from an upright position to a more relaxing angle and block the back in any position. The mechanism can be returned to its original posture with a soft, supple motion to provide flexibility, remarkable freedom of movement, and extreme comfort for long periods. The configuration can also be completed with a footrest KN03 suitable seat cushion padded down, complete with lower back support.

“This is a seating collection, a family of chairs with a modernist spirit, for which I have applied my usual proportions. In this project, I have set out to reflect the entire history of Knoll”, so Lissoni describes the new collection of armchairs.

The KN Collection’s various versions include a wide range of fabrics and leather, offering many personalization options and accentuating the sober elegance of the design. KN is the perfect combination of some of Knoll’s fundamental values: design, high-quality materials, maximum comfort, and painstaking attention to detail.

ABOUT KNOLL – A Legacy of Modern Design

Knoll embodies a belief in the power of modern design—a philosophy that has guided the brand for over 80 years. Rooted in the Bauhaus design principle that modern furniture should complement architectural space rather than compete, Knoll has consistently upheld this ideal, creating environments where form and function coexist harmoniously.

Founded by Hans and Florence Knoll, the company draws inspiration from the innovative spirit of the Bauhaus School and the Cranbrook Academy of Art. Their vision of a new kind of furniture and workplace design, where craftsmanship and technology blend seamlessly, continues to shape Knoll’s values and informs every piece produced today.

For more than eight decades, Knoll has collaborated with pioneering modernists and bold contemporary designers, pushing the boundaries of design. Partnerships, from Florence Knoll’s timeless works to the innovative creations of Antenna Design, Don Chadwick, and David Adjaye, have defined the brand’s legacy and will continue to shape its future.

Knoll is more than just furniture; it is about creating connections—between people and their work, their lives, and their world. Recognised globally since 1938, Knoll’s workplace and residential furnishings are designed to inspire, adapt, and endure. The company’s commitment to modern design, deep understanding of the evolving workplace, and dedication to sustainability have culminated in a unique portfolio of products that respond to the changing needs of its customers.

This is Knoll’s story—a story of design that not only stands the test of time but also continues to lead the way forward.