The Parker Knoll story

From a simple workshop in London to a world-renowned business based in Nottinghamshire, Parker Knoll has, over the last 150 years, established itself at the heart of high-quality furniture manufacturing in the United Kingdom. The finest design, craftsmanship and materials come together to create the beauty and unparalleled comfort of Parker Knoll’s sofas and chairs.

Portrait of Parker Knoll
History of Parker Knoll

When you choose Parker Knoll you are choosing exquisitely designed classic sofas and chairs that look and feel wonderful, with innovative interiors that make sure you enjoy cradling comfort. From its factory in Nottinghamshire, Parker Knoll makes fireside chairs, statement chairs, and even lift and rise chairs to help you to your feet. And to go with the sofas and chairs are high quality footstools in fabric and leather. Every piece of furniture with the Parker Knoll name is a handcrafted masterpiece, with strong frames, high density foam core cushioning fibre back cushions and even soft arm cushions. If you wish you can choose power or manual recliners for the ultimate in comfort. The sofas, chairs and footstools are available in the full range of Parker Knoll fine fabrics and high-quality leathers. And those in patterned fabrics benefit from Parker Knoll’s expert hand pattern matching. Many feature scroll arms, turned feet in teak or mahogany and other timelessly traditional features that look beautiful in both classic and modern interiors, while others have curved, contemporary lines. When you choose a Parker Knoll armchair, sofa or footstool you are choosing Parker Knoll heritage, so you know you can rely on superior design, comfort and style, in a wide choice of upholstery.