Few names carry as much weight in modern furniture as Knoll. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll in New York, the company has spent over 80 years collaborating with the greatest architects and designers of the 20th and 21st centuries. The result is a catalogue of pieces that defined modernism — and still look completely current today.
At MyConcept, we're proud to be an official authorised Knoll dealer in Hong Kong. This guide covers everything you need to know before investing in Knoll furniture for your home or office.
Why Knoll?
Knoll isn't just furniture — it's design history you can sit on. The brand's roster of collaborators reads like a who's who of modern architecture: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Eero Saarinen, Harry Bertoia, Florence Knoll, and Marcel Breuer.
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Authentic originals — Every piece is manufactured to the designer's exact specifications by authorised factories.
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Materials that last — Chrome-plated steel, full-grain leather, marble, moulded fibreglass. Built for decades.
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Investment value — Knoll pieces hold their value remarkably well on the secondary market.
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Sustainability commitment — Greenguard certified, FSC-certified wood options, and circular design focus.
Iconic Pieces Available at MyConcept Hong Kong
Barcelona Chair — Mies van der Rohe (1929)
Originally designed for the German Pavilion at the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, this is arguably the most recognisable piece of modern furniture ever made.
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Frame: Polished stainless steel with a single-piece curved profile
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Cushions: Hand-welted, hand-tufted full-grain Volo leather (40 individual panels per cushion)
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Dimensions: 75cm W × 77cm D × 77cm H — compact enough for Hong Kong apartments
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Best for: Living rooms, reception areas, reading corners
Hong Kong tip: The Barcelona Chair's relatively compact footprint (under 80cm wide) makes it one of the few truly iconic chairs that works in apartments under 600 sq ft.
Saarinen Dining Table (1956)
Eero Saarinen designed this table to solve what he called "the ugly, confusing, unrestful world" of table legs. The result: a single pedestal base that frees up legroom and simplifies any dining space.
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Tops: Arabescato marble, black granite, white laminate, or natural veneer
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Base: Cast aluminium with rilsan coating
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Sizes: 91cm round (2-4 people), 120cm round (4-6), 198cm oval (6-8), 244cm oval (8-10)
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Why it works in HK: No corner legs means easier movement around the table in tight spaces. The 91cm round is perfect for small apartments.
Bertoia Side Chair (1952)
Harry Bertoia's wire chairs are sculptures you can sit on. The open wire construction makes them feel almost transparent — a huge advantage in compact spaces.
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Frame: Welded steel wire, chrome or painted finish
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Dimensions: 53cm W × 58cm D × 74cm H
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Why it works in HK: Visual lightness. Wire construction doesn't block sightlines, making rooms feel more open.
Womb Chair — Eero Saarinen (1948)
Designed at Florence Knoll's request for "a chair you can curl up in," the Womb Chair remains one of the most comfortable lounge chairs ever made.
Platner Collection (1966)
Warren Platner's wire-frame furniture brings a softer, more decorative quality to modernism. The collection includes dining tables, coffee tables, side tables, and lounge chairs — hundreds of curved steel rods welded to circular frames.
Knoll for Hong Kong Offices
Knoll has deep roots in workplace design:
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Generation by Knoll — Ergonomic task chair with flexible back and seat. Breathable mesh keeps you cool in Hong Kong's humid climate.
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Florence Knoll Credenza — Clean-lined storage for executive offices. Marble top options add luxury.
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Home office setup: Saarinen round table (91cm) as a desk + Bertoia Side Chair + Florence Knoll credenza for storage.
How to Choose the Right Knoll Piece
| Apartment Size |
Recommended Pieces |
| Under 500 sq ft |
Bertoia Side Chairs, Saarinen 91cm round table |
| 500-800 sq ft |
Barcelona Chair, Saarinen 120cm table, Bertoia chairs |
| 800+ sq ft |
Womb Chair, Saarinen oval table, Platner coffee table |
Why Authenticity Matters
Hong Kong has no shortage of "Barcelona-style" chairs. Here's why the originals are worth it:
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Quality: Specific steel alloys, leather grades, and manufacturing processes that alternatives can't match.
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Durability: Authentic Knoll pieces last 30-50+ years. Non-authentic alternatives typically last 3-5.
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Resale value: A genuine Barcelona Chair retains 50-70% of its value.
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Warranty: Knoll backs their furniture with comprehensive warranties.
Pairing Knoll with Other Brands at MyConcept
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Knoll + USM Haller: Saarinen table with USM storage — two modernist icons in one room
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Knoll + Occhio: Barcelona Chair under Occhio Luna pendant — German precision meets American modernism
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Knoll + Moooi: Bertoia chairs with Moooi Heracleum chandelier — classic meets contemporary Dutch design
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Knoll + Sovet: Mix Knoll seating with Sovet glass tables for a lighter, more contemporary feel
Care & Maintenance
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Leather: Wipe with damp cloth, condition every 6 months, keep away from direct sunlight.
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Chrome steel: Clean with soft cloth and mild soap, dry thoroughly.
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Marble: Seal annually, use coasters, clean with pH-neutral stone cleaner.
Visit MyConcept — Official Knoll Dealer in Hong Kong
See and try Knoll furniture in person at our Lee Garden showroom in Causeway Bay. Our team can help you choose the right pieces, compare finishes, and arrange delivery with professional installation.
MyConcept Showroom
Lee Garden, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
www.myconcept.com.hk
