Inspired by the surprising strength of the apple crates he played on as a child, Frank Gehry created his thoroughly original collection of bentwood furniture. The ribbon-like designs transcend the conventions of style by exploring, as the great modernists did, the essential challenge of deriving form from function.

Construction and Details

• Seat cushon available in a variety of Spinneybeck® leathers
• ¾” thick high resiliency foam used for square seat cushion which snap-locks underneath the chair
• Frame constructed of hard white maple veneer strips, laminated 7 to 9 thick with high-bonding urea glue
• Thermo-set assembly glue provides structural rigidity without the need for metal connectors
• To maximize tension compression, limited assembly glue is used in woven seat: weaves flex in unison for spring-like comfort
• Chair back flexes for added comfort
• Built-in lumbar curve for enhanced back support
• Clear plastic glides with matte frost finish included
• The underside of each piece is embossed with the Knoll logo and Frank Gehry’s signature