Knoll Furniture Recognition Visual Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering key furniture designs, designers, production years, manufacturers, and visual features from Design Within Reach lecture materials.

Saarinen Dining Table

A 1957 Knoll dining table designed by Eero Saarinen, defined by a single sculptural pedestal base with a round or oval top.

Saarinen Executive Chair

A 1950 Knoll dining, desk, or conference chair designed by Eero Saarinen, featuring an upholstered shell with rounded arms and four legs

Saarinen Tulip Chair

A 1957 Knoll dining chair designed by Eero Saarinen, featuring a single pedestal stem supporting a sculpted shell.

Barcelona Chair

A 1929 Knoll lounge chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich, featuring deeply tufted cushions on a distinctive X-shaped stainless-steel frame.

Womb Chair

A 1948 Knoll lounge chair designed by Eero Saarinen, featuring a large upholstered shell with enveloping sides and a cocoon-like shape.

Womb Chair and Ottoman

A 1948 Knoll lounge chair designed by Eero Saarinen, featuring a large upholstered shell with enveloping sides and a cocoon-like shape.

Saarinen Side Table

• This is an authentic Knoll Saarinen Table. This is the authentic Pedestal Table by Knoll; it’s stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature. Tabletop made in Italy or U.S.A., depending on material.

• Sturdy, cast-aluminum base.

• Solid marble, quartz, wood veneer or laminate top.

• Distinct sculptural base inspired by a drop of liquid.

• A timeless modern classic in continuous production since 1956.

Perron Pillo Sofa (available in 3 sizes, 2 seat depths, and multiple upholstery)

The Perron Pillo Sofa (2024) is engineered to offer lounge-like support within the comforting familiarity of crisply tailored pillows. With his design, Willo Perron sought to spark curiosity while also inviting sitters to curl up and relax. Its individual modular components can be combined in countless ways and reconfigured as needs and locations change. Select from two depths to match the size and function of your space. “Standard” is smaller and more upright, while “Deep” offers a more lounge-like sit. Made in Italy

Perron Pillo Ottoman (available in 2 seat depths, and multiple upholstery)

The Perron Pillo Sofa (2024) is engineered to offer lounge-like support within the comforting familiarity of crisply tailored pillows. With his design, Willo Perron sought to spark curiosity while also inviting sitters to curl up and relax. Its individual modular components can be combined in countless ways and reconfigured as needs and locations change. Select from two depths to match the size and function of your space. “Standard” is smaller and more upright, while “Deep” offers a more lounge-like sit. The Perron Pillo Ottoman pairs with other components from the collection to provide extra room for lounging. Made in Italy.

Perron Pillo Lounge Chair (available as swivel)

The Perron Pillo Lounge Chair (2025) is engineered to offer lounge-like support within the comforting familiarity of crisply tailored pillows. Designed by Willo Perron for Knoll as a complement to his modular sofa system, the chair sparks curiosity while inviting sitters to curl up and relax. Made in Italy.

Perron Pillo Bed

The Perron Pillo Bed (2026) – low, fully upholstered, every edge rounded into the next – is a pillow writ large. One strong idea, fully committed to form. “I grew up with a futon on the floor,” designer Willo Perron says, “so low beds feel natural to me. They inherently feel more casual and grounded.” Part of the Perron Pillo Collection for Knoll, its tailored headboard recalls the back and armrests of the sofa, deeply cushioned for sitting up. “It’s ultimately the same requirement – comfort. A bed just calls for the highest level of relaxation and ease.” Made in Italy.