Manufacturer: Audo Copenhagen

Designer: Ib Koford-Larsen Design

Originally a collector’s item, the Everyday Icons edition of the Knitting Chair is reimagined in modern materials and finishes that honour its legacy while increasing its accessibility for a new generation.

The Knitting Chair was designed in 1951 by the talented Ib Kofod-Larsen. Despite an initially limited release, the design quickly became an icon of Danish innovation and craftsmanship thanks to its ergonomic comfort and striking silhouette. The distinctive open-arm construction was intended to accommodate the natural movement of the arms when knitting, giving the piece its name. This sculptural feature invites a deeply relaxing pose and is emblematic of Danish Modernism ideals of simplicity, function and comfort – ideals that endure today.

Kofod-Larsen’s mastery of form and function, and his exceptional craftsmanship, are retained in this special edition. Effortlessly combining heritage and contemporary aesthetics, the new version  of the chair both preserves and evolves a cherished Danish design.Through Everyday Icons another chapter is added to the Knitting Chair’s story – respectfully adapting it for today’s standards of quality, comfort and aesthetics.

For the first time, the chair is offered in black-stained solid oak with a lacquer finish that imparts a subtle gloss for a contemporary edge. This thoughtful update celebrates the elegant, textural woodgrain and the chair’s craftsmanship. The rich tone of the oak base is complemented by a new, ivory Barnum Boucle upholstery. Minimal, soft and inviting, the tactile boucle seat- and back-rest are in striking contrast with the black-stained timber frame, emphasising the chair’s sculptural shape. Together, these finishes balance the old with the new for a beautiful piece that elevates any interior.

Find out more about this Everyday Icons edition.