Foster 500 Armchair
Brand:
Walter Knoll
Designer:
Norman Foster
A contemporary yet timeless collection, the Foster 500 series features generously proportioned designs with loose seat and back cushions for exceptional comfort.
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Delivery 9-12 weeks
Technical info
| Brand | Walter Knoll |
|---|---|
| Designer | Norman Foster |
| Depth | 80 cm |
| Height | 73 cm / 43 cm |
| Width | 80 cm |
| Armrests | With armrests |
| Base | Metal |
| Material | Leather / Polyurethane / Fabric / Steel / Wooden inner frame |
| Material | Metal / Leather / Upholstery / Fabric |
| Outdoor | No |
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The signature element of this collection is a minimalist chrome frame, over which geometric leather surfaces appear to float with precise suspension. The collection includes sofas, armchairs, and occasional tables, offering a complete furnishing solution.
The collaboration between Norman Foster and Walter Knoll began with the redesign of the Berlin Reichstag. From that partnership emerged the Foster 500 Armchairs and Sofas—now recognized as modern design classics. Whether in lounges, conference rooms, or hotel suites, these pieces continue to offer comfort and elegance that people truly appreciate.
Designer
Norman Foster
* 1935
Foster was raised in Manchester in a working-class family and was intrigued by design and engineering from a young age. His years observing Mancunian architecture subsequently influenced his works, and was inspired to pursue a career in architecture after a treasurer clerk noticed his sketches and interest in Manchester's buildings while he worked at Manchester Town Hall.
Foster gained an internship at a local architect's office before...
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