The first pieces conceived for and manufactured by Knoll, Jens Risom’s furniture was originally constructed of simple maple frames and discarded parachute webbing due to wartime material restrictions. Described as good, honest furniture design, the collection helped establish Knoll as an early provider of modern design in America.

Construction and Details

• Webbing
  • Cotton: 100% natural cotton
  • Sunbrella®: Acrylic/Polyester blended yarn. Has slight stretch, is UV/fade resistant, water repellent, bleach-cleanable and stain resistant (Sunbrella is recommended for use in kitchen and dining areas, or anywhere where you will need to easily clean food stains)
  • Cotton/Nylon: 40/60 blend with water repellent finish
• Frame
  • Frame available is Maple, Walnut or Teak hardwood with mortise and tenon construction
  • Back available with wood slat or webbed
  • Catalyzed lacquer finish

Contract Collection

• The Risom Side Chair is available in a contract version designed for high-traffic areas. It features a reinforced frame with solid wood stretchers underneath the seat (will match the selected wood frame finish). Please refer to price list for details.

Sustainable Design and Environmental Certification

• Risom Lounge Chair is certified Clean Air GOLD

Dimensions