The Relaxed Bench, Medium Square 5-seater 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 comfortably seats 5 people, offering enhanced comfort. It features a softer seat and deeper proportions than the regular benches from Florence Knoll's original series.
Relaxed Square Bench shown in Medium Size with Tangeri Italian Aniline Leather on Satin Chrome Steel.
The Archetype Forms Relaxed Bench: Square 5-Seater is a faithful reproduction of the original Florence Knoll Relaxed Medium Square Bench, Model 2530YRC5.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Mosaic | Chenille Micro Boucle$1,400.00 USD
A rhapsody of colour, this dense boucle weave is interlaced with chenille strands. It balances pronounced texture with a soft hand and vibrant tonal shifts that engage its objects and the rooms it occupies.
COMPOSITION: 73% PES, 27% Acetate
WEIGHT: 430 g/m²
WYZENBEEK EP: 100k+ Rubs
MARTINDALE ABR. EP: 100k+ Rubs
Chenille
Midnight Weave | Chenille Micro Boucle
Mosaic | Chenille Micro Boucle
Auburn Hue | Chenille Micro Boucle
Leather
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Papiro | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Umbria | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Carminio | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Brezza | Aniline Leather
Boucle
Midnight Black | Classic Boucle
Marshmallow White | Classic Boucle
Vermilion Knit | Tight Boucle
Velvet
Obsidian Black | Woven Velvet
Mist | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Oyster | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Drift | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Ruby | Woven Velvet
Golden Ochre | Woven Velvet
Beach Pebble | Heavyweight Woven Velvet
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Carmine | Aniline Sueded Leather
Other Options
Chalk | Heavyweight Structured Woven
Wheat | Plain Weave
Premium 30 µm multilayer chrome plating (2-4x thicker than industry standard) on 304 stainless steel. Its brushed satin finish delivers a soft, sophisticated appearance with subtle directional sheen and excellent fingerprint resistance.
BASE: 304 Stainless Steel
FINISH: Multi-Layer 30µm Nickel-Chrome
APPEARANCE: Semi-lustrous, satin; textured
CARE: Medium; simple cleaning; avoid hard impacts or abrasive materials
Satin Chrome Plating
Mirror Chrome Plating
White | Powder Coat
Black | Powder Coat
Details
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Product Information
Product Details
Relaxed Bench: Square 5-Seater
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.
This Relaxed 5-Seater medium-sized Square Bench is a seat, footrest, and a large coffee table for books and trays.
Buy the Relaxed medium-sized Square 5-Seater Bench, originally designed by Florence Knoll, online here in Canada and the USA. Match it with other pieces from the classic Florence Knoll designed Relaxed Series Sofas & Benches.
Designer
Florence Knoll
Florence Knoll Bassett 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.
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
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms Relaxed Bench: Square 5-Seater is a faithful reproduction of the original Florence Knoll Relaxed Medium Square Bench, Model 2530YRC5. It is a tribute to her enduring legacy. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Florence Knoll Bassett 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.
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