{"title":"Warren Platner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArchitect and furniture designer\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe famous architect Warren Platner was born in Baltimore in the USA on 18 June 1919 and died on 17 April 2006. In 1942, he graduated in architecture from Cornell University in New York State. After working with design legends Raymond Loewy, Eero Saarinen and I. M. Pei, he immersed himself in designing furniture with steel wire frames, helping to develop the methods and tools for manufacturing the lounge chair himself. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne of his first projects was the design of the Georg Jensen Design Centre. A few years later, he gained particular fame with his design for the restaurant \"Windows on the World\", located in one of the towers of the former World Trade Center in New York City. His Platner furniture collection for Knoll is also impressive because of its elaborate manufacturing process. The design of the Platner furniture dates back to the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"knoll-platner-armlehnstuhl","title":"Knoll - Platner Armchair","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Polished nickel armchair\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nIn 1966, the Platner Knoll collection, with its decorative, gentle, and aesthetic forms, irresistibly captured the spirit of the times. Today, the Platner armchair is an undisputed classic.\r\nDrawing on his experience working with Eero Saarinen, it was no surprise that the second generation of Knoll’s single-legged “ \u0026 ” “Pedestal \u0026 ” furniture was created by Warren Platner . Parallel to the shift in cultural values during the 1960s, furniture also became more expressive—a trend for which the Knoll Platner armchair is a prime example: simple in form, yet striking in execution.\r\nPlatner wanted to create, with his steel wire collection, a furniture series that was more pleasing to the eye than the austere designs of his time. At the same time, however, the designs were not to be overly ornamental, nor were they to overshadow the chair’s function.\r\nThe Platner armchair consists of hundreds of curved, nickel-plated steel wires that are welded together. The steel frame serves both as a structural element and as a decorative feature. Knoll manufactures the seat shell from fiberglass with cold-foam cushions. On the underside, the Platner armchair has a transparent plastic ring on the underside that protects both the floor and the chair from damage.\r\nUpon request, the frame of the Knoll Platner armchair is also available in a bronze-colored finish. Additional colors and upholstery fabrics are available for the upholstery. We’d be happy to advise you on your custom configuration!","brand":"Knoll International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57323123704152,"sku":"223931","price":3722.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/247712_1859c6a2-b5c4-403a-b15e-9d13e6ace850.jpg?v=1779275767"},{"product_id":"knoll-platner-esstisch","title":"Knoll - Platner Dining Table","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGlass Dining Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThe Platner dining table by Knoll is distinguished by its iconic design, which was created by the famous American architect and designer Warren Platner . Its distinctive base consists of a delicate frame of curved steel rods that interweave to form an artful network, lending the table an airy lightness. The round tabletop, made of high-quality glass, completes the harmonious interplay of form and function and offers ample space for convivial meals and gatherings.","brand":"Knoll International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57323381883224,"sku":"223936","price":4717.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/164433_c0d9e1ae-642e-4e9d-bf62-f77115d150d7.jpg?v=1779279184"},{"product_id":"knoll-platner-couchtisch","title":"Knoll - Platner Coffee Table","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Design Classic in Nickel and Crystal Glass\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\nThe Platner coffee table by Knoll, designed by Warren Platner, is an iconic piece that captivates with its elegant combination of polished nickel and clear crystal glass. The round table exemplifies Platner’s famous technique of artfully bending and welding steel rods to create a delicate, sculptural base that combines stability and lightness. The smooth glass top skillfully showcases the complex design and creates a fascinating interplay of light and shadow. A timeless statement piece for any room.\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eClassic modern design, ideal as an eye-catcher\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality craftsmanship with polished nickel and crystal glass\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBlends perfectly with a wide variety of interior styles\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Knoll International","offers":[{"title":"Ø 91 cm","offer_id":57323477139800,"sku":"224112","price":1922.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/1760\/5208\/files\/176088.jpg?v=1782922682"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.connox.com\/collections\/warren-platner.oembed","provider":"Connox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}