For nearly 20 years Designcraft has proudly represented Walter Knoll in Canberra.
The Knoll dynasty started its roots in leather back in 1865, and became the hallmark of quality as the supplier to the Royal Court in Germany.
By 1925 Walter Knoll, then age 50, and successor to his father Wilhelm, was an advocate for modernity and his “Prodomo” models (above) were seen as the first modern upholstered furniture pieces in history!
PRODUCTS AS LIFELONG COMPANIONS
The major elements of Walter Knoll's aesthetics have remained unchanged for more than 150 years: Leather, fabric, wood and metal of the highest quality, carefully combined to create unique masterpieces that last, and last, and last.
A SENSIBLE, MINIMAL USE OF MATERIALS: THE BEST MATERIAL IS THE ONE NOT USED.
Having won more than 150 international design awards clearly shows their design expertise. Timelessness and longevity apply to the design, the materials, the craftsmanship and processing. When you own a piece of Walter Knoll furniture, you have it for life making Walter Knoll one of the most truly sustainable brands on the planet.
Furthermore, the second and third life of a piece of furniture from Walter Knoll can be updated again and again by being refurbished, recovered, or extended with new pieces from the product family.
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MONO-V: A WORKBENCH FOR LEADERS!
The Mono-V is manufactured under licence here locally in Canberra, at Designcraft, to Walter Knoll’s stringent quality standards. Its graphic lines and bridge shape stand for architectural clarity.
Two vertical pieces support one horizontal – recalling the historic place of pilgrimage, Stonehenge. It was this impressive monument that provided designer Wolfgang C. R. Mezger with the inspiration for Mono-V: “To elevate the archetypal look into new spheres, to enliven it with impressive aesthetics, and to imbue it with the most modern of functions.”
The aesthetic of the material conveys a monolithic impression, while Mono-V can be varied between a sitting desk and a standing desk – hence the name.
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LEGENDS OF CARPETS: ARCHAIC BEAUTY OF AFRICA!
Walter Knoll’s CEO Marcus Benz’ many trips to and obsession with Africa had him return with his friend, artist & textile designer Helmut Scheufele to fulfil his idea of turning the archaic beauty found in this multi-faceted continent into a collection of carpets.
Based on their travels, Helmut started work painting beautiful abstract impressions that were translated into the designs which now make up The Legends of Carpets collection.
These are Patterned, Plain and Silks. Every carpet is given a name in Swahili, a language that connects many countries in Africa. Pictured below is the Jioni Carpet with the Ishino Sofa, Armchair & Stool.
Above from left to right - Patterned - Fascinating landscapes translated into abstract paintings; Silk - Finest Chinese Silk in brilliant colours lke the crystals, minerls & precious stones; Plain - Each in an exquisite shade, inspired by a specific landscape and its special light mood.
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