Relaxed Bench: Two-Seater

CAD $780 – $1,080

The Relaxed 2-Seat Bench was originally designed by Florence Knoll as part of her 1954 classic lounge collection. This versatile bench reflects her dedication to objective perfectionism and rational design, influenced by her mentor Mies van der Rohe.

This “Relaxed” version 2-seat bench offers enhanced comfort, featuring a softer seat and deeper proportions than the regular benches from Florence Knoll’s original series.

Shown in White Italian Aniline Leather on Satin Chrome Steel.

The Archetype Forms Relaxed Bench: Two-Seater is a faithful reproduction of the original Florence Knoll Relaxed 2-Seat Bench, Model 2530YRC2.

Upholstery: No selection

Base: No selection

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Florence Knoll

Florence Knoll Bassett (1917-2019) was a pivotal American designer, architect, and entrepreneur, recognized for her contributions in shaping the modernist furniture, corporate interiors, and modern architectural landscapes. Knoll studied at the Cranbrook Academy of Art and the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, mentoring alongside Eero Saarinen, Charles & Ray Eames, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and other iconic designers. Her design approach included functionalism, modernism, integration, attention to detail, and collaboration.

Product Dimensions

Depth (cm): 48
Width (cm): 96
Height (cm): 42
Depth (in): 19 inches
Width (in): 37.75 inches
Height (in): 16.5 inches

Archetype Forms Relaxed Bench, 2-Seater Construction:

Upholstery: Custom Selection of Fabric or Leather from Archetype Forms
Legs & Outer Frame: Heavy-Gauge Steel in Polished Chrome Plate, Finished, or Powder-Coated Custom Selection from Archetype Forms
Padding: Variable-Density Polyurethane Foam and Cotton Fibre
Internal Frame: Solid Wood

This Relaxed 2-Seater Bench is a seat, footrest, and a soft table for books and trays. Known for considering her furniture the “meat and potatoes” of design, the versatility and geometry of this bench align with Florence Knoll’s minimalist and functional approach.

Buy the Relaxed 2-Seater Bench, originally designed by Florence Knoll, online here in Canada. Match it with other pieces from the classic Florence Knoll designed Relaxed Series Sofas & Benches.