Knoll International

Founded in 1938 in New York by Hans Knoll, and later joined by Florence Knoll, Knoll International became one of the most influential design companies of the 20th century. Built on the modernist principles of the Bauhaus and the International Style, Knoll redefined how the world furnished its homes and workplaces, bringing together architecture, art, and industrial production in perfect harmony. Through collaborations with some of the era’s most visionary designers, including Eero Saarinen, Harry Bertoia, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, and Florence Knoll herself, the company created a collection that reads like a history of modern design. Each piece was conceived not as a standalone object, but as part of a holistic environment, a “total design” philosophy that continues to shape contemporary interiors. Today, Knoll remains synonymous with timeless quality and innovation. Its furniture embodies clarity, function, and refined beauty, a lasting testament to the belief that modern design can elevate everyday life.