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Herman Miller Padded Storage Walnut Bench in Red Fabric and White Laminate
$1,995
£1,523.13
€1,744.52
CA$2,794.99
A$3,125.14
CHF 1,639.26
MX$37,852.90
NOK 20,692.49
SEK 19,549.40
DKK 13,021.08
About the Item
The Herman Miller Cognito Bench is a masterclass in restrained modern elegance—an object that feels as at home in a gallery setting as it does in a sophisticated interior. Designed with the company’s hallmark blend of functionality, sculptural clarity, and material richness, this example pairs a warm walnut frame with vivid red upholstery, creating a piece that is both visually striking and inviting in use.
The frame, crafted in walnut, showcases the wood’s signature depth of tone and flowing grain. Its lines are clean and architectural, yet softened by the natural variation and warmth of the timber. The slender legs and streamlined base keep the profile light, while the precise joinery and thoughtful proportions underscore Herman Miller’s reputation for enduring craftsmanship.
Upholstered in a richly textured red fabric, the seat provides a bold pop of color that plays beautifully against the walnut’s earthy warmth. The hue is saturated but refined, making the bench equally suitable as a centerpiece in a minimalist space or as a vibrant accent in a layered, eclectic room. The cushion is generously padded, offering both comfort and visual volume without overpowering the clean geometry of the frame.
Versatile in application, the Cognito Bench works effortlessly in an entryway, at the foot of a bed, in a reception area, or as additional seating in a living space. Its understated elegance allows it to blend with a wide range of design styles—from mid-century modern to contemporary and transitional interiors—while its craftsmanship ensures it will remain a functional and aesthetic asset for decades.
As a company, Herman Miller has set the global benchmark for modern design for over a century, working with legendary figures such as George Nelson, Charles and Ray Eames, and Isamu Noguchi. The Cognito Bench continues this legacy—combining heritage craftsmanship with a contemporary sensibility, and carrying forward Herman Miller’s reputation for pieces that are as enduring in build as they are timeless in style.
This walnut and red fabric version offers a perfect balance of warmth, vibrancy, and timeless design integrity. More than a place to sit, it is a statement of modern luxury—an enduring work of design that invites both admiration and daily use.
- Creator:Herman Miller (Maker)
- Similar to:Charles and Ray Eames (Designer)George Nelson (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Seat Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:2000's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good overall condition. No major flaws. Minor scratching & scuffs on white laminate. One small dark spot on fabric, everything else in good condition.
- Seller Location:Chattanooga, TN
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2255346182872
Herman Miller
No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful, iconic and, one can even say, noblest chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever.
Founded in 1923, Herman Miller was originally known for grand historicist bedroom suites: heavily ornamented wood furniture that appealed to a high-minded, wealthier clientele. The company — named for its chief financial backer — began to suffer in the early 1930s as the Great Depression hit, and D.J. De Pree, the company’s CEO, feared bankruptcy. In 1932, aid came in the form of Gilbert Rohde, a self-taught furniture designer who had traveled widely in Europe, absorbing details of the Art Deco movement and other modernist influences. After persuading De Pree that the growing middle class required smaller, lighter household furnishings, Rohde set a new course for Herman Miller, creating sleek chairs, tables and cabinetry that were the essence of the Streamline Moderne style.
Rohde died suddenly in 1944. The following year, De Pree turned to George Nelson, an architect who had written widely about modern furniture design. Under Nelson’s leadership, Herman Miller would embrace new technologies and materials and audacious biomorphic forms.
Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless — staples of a modernist décor; striking, offbeat notes in traditional environments.
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