Knoll unveiled Konzert, a private‑office system, presenting it as a response to evolving workplace requirements.
Design concept and flexibility
Italian architect and designer Paolo Dell’Elce led the creation of Konzert, which the company describes as a “total design” solution. The system includes panels, tables, seating and storage that can be recombined in many configurations, letting a space move from open plan to segmented layouts without major reconstruction.
“It’s pretty complex from a product designer perspective,” he told the outlet. “You always have to zoom in and zoom out, because every single piece is a piece of furniture, but then it works as a whole… It’s both furniture and space.”
The flexibility stems from what Dell’Elce calls “tectonic planning,” a method that lets designers arrange cabinets and shelves both horizontally and vertically, adjusting heights and depths to suit a particular interior. He likens the system to a “design toolkit,” giving planners the freedom to experiment with a range of configurations.
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Materials and finishes
Konzert offers a selection of premium materials, including veneer, Techgrain, laminate and melamine. These are available in a broad palette of colors and finishes, and the system supports integrated lighting, upholstered banquette options and selectable grain direction. “The main goal was to create furniture that is interesting and transmits some kind of emotion and expression,” the designer explained.
One practical feature is the ability to specify the orientation of grain on panels, a detail that can affect both aesthetic appeal and durability. Integrated lighting can be adjusted to suit the desired ambience, whether a bright collaborative zone or a subdued private office.
The modular nature means a single office can evolve over time, reducing the need for costly refurbishments. This mirrors broader trends in workplace design, where adaptability is prized over static layouts.
Compared with earlier modular office solutions, Konzert pushes the envelope by treating each element as both an individual piece and a component of a larger spatial composition. The emphasis on “tectonic planning” recalls past attempts to merge furniture and architecture, but the breadth of material options and the depth of configurability suggest a richer execution than many earlier attempts.
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Market positioning and availability
Knoll frames Konzert as part of its ongoing effort to shape the future of work through design innovation. The company’s history of interior planning includes several notable product lines, and Konzert is presented as the latest iteration of that legacy. The system is now listed on Knoll’s website, where potential buyers can explore specifications and request samples.
While the product is aimed at designers and architects, the firm also highlights its suitability for corporate interior planners seeking a versatile system that can accommodate changing office needs.
Whether Konzert will achieve widespread adoption remains to be seen.
