Renowned Furniture Designer Rolf Benz Dies at 91

Benz revolutionized German living rooms with his modular sofa designs and left a lasting legacy in the furniture industry.

Rolf Benz, a pioneering German furniture designer, passed away at the age of 91, as confirmed by Walter Knoll, the company he later acquired with his family.
Benz is celebrated for introducing the concept of modular 'sofa landscapes' in the 1960s, transforming traditional living room setups.
His designs, including the iconic 'Wetten, dass..?' couch, became symbols of quality and innovation, with some pieces exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
After selling his namesake company, Benz acquired Walter Knoll in 1993, ensuring his family's continued involvement in the furniture industry, now led by his son Markus and granddaughter Mara.
Benz's contributions to design and entrepreneurship were widely praised, with leaders highlighting his impact on modern German interiors and his visionary approach to furniture-making.