Stephen Kenn Seating
Canadian
Favoring used materials that wear well and tell a story, Canadian artist and furniture designer Stephen Kenn aims “to create products worthy of repair.” For instance, making comfortable pillows out of vintage, military-issued shelter halves is one way in which Kenn’s pieces facilitate a conversation as rich as the history that inspires them.
Kenn is a passionate designer and entrepreneur. In his early 20s, Kenn set up shop in Los Angeles and co-created two denim companies before selling them to investors. Kenn then focused on constructing men’s travel luggage through his third company. Once again, he went on to sell the company to investors. He shifted to making industrial-style furniture to match his loft apartment. Kenn took apart a vintage sofa and armchair to discover their inner workings and repurposed them into his designs. Through this experimentation, his fourth business, Stephen Kenn Furniture, was born. His wife, Beks Opperman, handled the business end while Kenn advanced his creative process.
Kenn had access to a large array of military fabrics, which became central to his Inheritance Collection. Along with repurposing the fabrics, Kenn welded rusted steel frames covered in a protective coating. Replica “mule belts,” originally used for pack mules in World War II, complemented the tarnished metal and supported the backs of his sofas.
In 2019, Kenn partially opened his downtown Los Angeles loft to the public as an experiential showroom that holds a collection of his work and favorite items from the past. It is open for community events and overnight stays and houses a popular neighborhood coffee shop.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Stephen Kenn’s seating, tables and more.
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Creator: Stephen Kenn
Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Large Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This variation is upholstered in a deep, blue smoke leather...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,100 / item
Grey Waxed Leather Ottoman with Charcoal Powdercoat Frame
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ottoman from Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection is a versatile piece to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This ottoman is upholstered in a light grey waxed ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Three Piece Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Brass
Black Wool and Polished Brass Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$13,500 / item
Natural Canvas and Polished Brass Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a ste...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$11,000 / item
Vintage Military Canvas and Marbled Rust Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
Since first designing Inheritance...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,900 / item
Vintage US Mailbag and Antique Brass Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bench, in the style of Stephen's Kenn Inheritance Collection, has been upholstered with a patchwork of vintage US mailbag canvas material. Since first designing Inheritance Coll...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,000 / item
Brentwood Navy and Blackened Steel Corner Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Corner chair can be used as a standalone piece, or as part of a modular sectional with other Inheritance pieces.
This variation is upholstered in Brentwood Navy leather by Moore...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$5,000 / item
Vintage Military Canvas and Polished Brass Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
Since first designing Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the inherent history in vintage military-issue materials. Each piece of vintage olive green military canvas is distinctive and will have unique markings from its long history of use. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in polyfiber, allowing for a soft and comfortable lounge experience, and sits atop a specialty polished brass plated...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,800 / item
Olive Twill Canvas and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,400 / item
Ruffled Natural Canvas and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,200 / item
Ivory Shearling & Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in ultra-soft ivory shearling from Moore & Giles Hastings collection. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in polyfiber, allowing for a soft and comfortable lounge experience. Sitting atop an antique...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Nickel
$6,800 / item
Providence Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Small Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the seating options from Stephen Kenn's Inheritance Collection, the Ottoman is a great and way to add a flexible lounge element to your seating arrangeme...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Brentwood Navy Leather and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This variation is upholstered i...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,100 / item
Mauve Nubuck Leather and Antique Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new chair in our leather series, this version of the inheritance collection chair has mauve leather upholstery atop an antique nickel frame with natural cotton webbing, natural veg...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,500 / item
Black Wool & Antique Brass Chaise Sectional
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small sectional style piece with an antique brass frame finish and charcoal wool blend upholstery. This item can function as two independent pieces, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$13,600 / item
Black Wool and Antique Brass Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This sofa comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable sofa you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
This version of our Inheritance Sofa is upholstered in black wool. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in polyfiber for added softness and comfort. Sitting atop an antique brass plated frame, the sofa is strapped with support belts featuring black cotton webbing, black leather, and antique brass buckles.
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,000 / item
Valhalla Granite Leather and Marbled Rust Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,500 / item
Black Wool and Antique Nickel Chaise Lounge
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Chaise Lounge by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$6,000 / item
Vintage Military Canvas and Antique Brass Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance seating options, the ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
Since first designing Inheritanc...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,400 / item
Grey Wool & Marbled Rust Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$8,500 / item
Grey Wool and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,000 / item
Tan Wool and Antique Nickel Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$7,500 / item
Navy Leather and Antique Nickel Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and refined, the Inheritance Chair is a great addition to nearly any space.
This variation is upholstered in a rich navy leather. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,000 / item
Potomac Leather and Antique Nickel Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$11,500 / item
Potomac Tan Leather and Antique Nickel Two Seat Sofa with Charcoal Belting
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Ebonized Oak and Antique Brass Dining Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A solid oak and steel chair with a comfortable seat, easily stackable to save space when needed. This version has an antique brass finished steel frame with an ebonized oakwood seat ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,750 / item
Black Wool and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,000 / item
Faribault Grey Wool and Antique Nickel Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,000 / item
Black Wool and Antique Brass Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$7,500 / item
Vintage Military Canvas and Tarnished Brass Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Ottoman by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed steel frame and a plush upholstered top. This versatile piece can function as seating, a sofa chaise extension, or a footstool and can pair easily with matching pieces from the Inheritance Collection or furniture from other makers. This ottoman comes with a removable cushion cover to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. The design is highly customizable, allowing you to select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
Since the development of the Inheritance Collection, Stephen Kenn has been inspired by the history inherent in vintage military-issue materials. This version of our Inheritance Ottoman is upholstered with salvaged vintage military canvas...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Brass
$1,700 / item
Black Canvas and Antique Brass Lounge Sectional
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance sectional by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience. This sectional comes with removable cushion covers to allow for easy cleaning should the need arise.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable sectional...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,300 / item
Heavily Pebbled Black Leather & Blackened Steel Loveseat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Loveseat by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
White Canvas and Polished Black Nickel Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Olive Canvas & Tarnished Brass Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$11,000 / item
Valhalla Granite Leather and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Harness Burlap Leather and Polished Black Nickel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, and supportive belts. The deep seating area is perfect for a relaxing lounge experience.
Every Stephen Kenn piece is made to order through our Los Angeles studio in partnership with a number of small businesses and fabricators in the LA area. With this highly customizable armchair you can select from a wide range of finishes and materials to complement your home and lifestyle - please message us to see our Customization Guide with all available options.
This version of our Inheritance Armchair is upholstered in light gold leather from the Harness Collection by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushion has been wrapped in down for added comfort and sits atop a polished black nickel...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance seating options, the ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
Since first designing Inheritan...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,900 / item
Providence Blue Smoke Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair V2
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inheritance armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in Providence Blue Smoke leather by Moore & Giles. The foam seat cushions have been wrap...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Military Canvas and Antique Brass Two-Seat Sofa and Bench
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slightly smaller in size, the two-seat sofa is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a smaller footprint. The inheritance bench is a versatile piece that can be used as a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Valhalla Granite Leather and Marbled Rust Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the inheritance seating options, the ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This variation is upholstered i...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,500 / item
Black Canvas and Blackened Steel Ottoman
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to pair with any of the Inheritance Seating options, the Ottoman is a great addition to add a lounge element to your seating arrangement.
This variation is upholstered in ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,400 / item
Black Wool and Antique Brass Corner Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Corner Chair can be used as a standalone piece, or as part of a modular sectional with other Inheritance pieces.
This variation is upholstered in a rich, black wool ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$5,000 / item
Auburn Leather and Blackened Steel Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,000 / item
Outdoor Leaf and Charcoal Corner Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,200 / item
Tan Wool and Antique Nickel Two-Seat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$10,000 / item
Grey Wool and Antique Nickel Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and refined, the Inheritance Chair is a great addition to nearly any space.
This variation is upholstered in a plush grey wool. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in p...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,800 / item
Encounter Cognac Leather and Blackened Steel Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and refined, the Inheritance Chair is a great addition to nearly any space.
This variation is upholstered in the same soft, cognac leather as our Encounter Collection bags. ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,500 / item
Natural Nubuck Leather and Antique Brass Dining Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A steel and leather chair with a comfortable seat, easily stackable to save space when needed. This version has a steel frame with an antique brass finish, and a natural nubuck leath...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
Black Wool and Polished Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,800 / item
Indigo Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new chair in our leather series, this version of the Inheritance collection chair has Indigo leather upholstery atop an antique brass frame with natural cotton webbing, matching Indigo leather belts, and antique brass buckles...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,500 / item
Obsidian Black Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair is as refined as it is comfortable.
This variation is upholstered in a deep, obsidian black leather. The foam seat cushions have been wrapped in down, allo...
Category
2010s American Modern Stephen Kenn Seating
Materials
Steel
$5,200 / item
Stephen Kenn seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Stephen Kenn seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Stephen Kenn seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Stephen Kenn were created in the modern style in north america during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Marie Burgos Design, Jasper Morrison, and The Tailored Home. Prices for Stephen Kenn seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,300 and can go as high as $30,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,000.
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