Designer
Richard Schultz
Richard Schultz's first Knoll assignment supported development and production of Harry Bertoia's wire furniture. After work in Europe, he joined the company's Design Development Group in Pennsylvania.
Biography
Knoll beginnings
Richard Schultz's first Knoll assignment supported development and production of Harry Bertoia's wire furniture. After work in Europe, he joined the company's Design Development Group in Pennsylvania.
Outdoor furniture
Schultz became known for outdoor designs. His 1960 Petal Table received an Industrial Design magazine award, and the 715 Chaise Lounge entered MoMA's permanent collection in 1963.
1966 Collection
Florence Knoll asked Schultz for furniture suited to salt air. His aluminium outdoor group was introduced in 1966 after years of development.
Collections
Products
1966 Adjustable Chaise
1966 Adjustable Chaise by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
1966 Two Seat Lounge
1966 Two Seat Lounge by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
Swell Sofa
A two- or three-seat outdoor Swell sofa in mesh, straps and aluminium
1966 Dining Chair
1966 Dining Chair with Arms by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
1966 Dining Table Bar and Counter Height
1966 Dining Table Bar and Counter Height by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
Petal End Table
A compact Petal side table with a segmented top and powder-coated base
Petal Coffee Table
A low Petal table with eight independently mounted sections and a star base
1966 Lounge Chair
Richard Schultz's 1966 outdoor lounge chair in aluminium, mesh and weather-resistant finishes
1966 Serving Cart
1966 Serving Cart by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
1966 Three Seat Lounge
1966 Three Seat Lounge by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
1966 Barstool
1966 Barstool by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
1966 Coffee and End Tables
1966 Coffee and End Tables by Richard Schultz, introduced in 1966
