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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Furniture |
| Founded | 1977 |
| Founder | David King |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia |
Area served | Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, United Kingdom, United States, Canada |
Key people | David King (Director) David Woollcott (CEO) |
| Products | Sofas, chairs, tables, bedroom furniture |
King Living is an Australian furniture manufacturer and retailer founded in 1977 in Sydney by David King.[1][2] The company produces modular sofas and other furniture, and operates showrooms in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.[3][4] It has also operated manufacturing facilities in China, Thailand and Australia.
History
[edit]King Living was founded in Sydney by David King, who began making foam furniture with his mother, Gwen, in their family garage.[1][5] In 1987, the company introduced the Postureflex seating system, which uses steel frames instead of the more common wooden structures.[2][6] The business operated as King Furniture until 2015, when it was renamed King Living.[6]
In 2022, David Woollcott, a former executive at BMW Group and Miele, was appointed CEO. King continues to be involved with the company as Director.[5]
Product milestones and design legacy
[edit]In 1998, King Living introduced the Delta, a modular sofa designed with a steel frame that allowed for multiple configurations, including use as a bed. The Delta was used at the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscars party, an appearance that brought wider attention to the design.[7]
In 2003, the company released the Jasper, which has remained one of its most popular models. Later versions incorporated features such as integrated storage and adjustable headrests.[1]
In 2024, King Living launched a redesigned version of its original 1977 sofa, marketed as The 1977 Sofa. The model won two Red Dot Design Awards for its indoor and outdoor versions.[8][9][10]
Sustainability
[edit]King Living has incorporated modular and replaceable components in some of its furniture designs, which the company states are intended to extend product lifecycles.[5][11] The business operates a vertically integrated manufacturing system, controlling design, production, and distribution.[2][12]
International expansion
[edit]King Living opened its first overseas showrooms in Singapore, Malaysia, and China. In 2018, it expanded into Canada[4] and the United Kingdom. As of 2024, the company reported operating 28 stores worldwide, with more than a third outside Australia.[3] In December 2024, King Living announced the opening of a showroom in Orange County, California, and indicated plans for additional locations in Chicago and Calgary.[3][12][13]
Awards and recognition
[edit]King Living has received recognition in international and national design competitions. In 2024, its 1977 Sofa won two Red Dot Design Awards in the indoor and outdoor furniture categories.[8][9][10] In 2023, the company received multiple Australian Good Design Awards, including recognition for the Jasper Sofa 20th Anniversary Edition and the Aura Sofa.[14] In 2025, King Living was awarded two iF Design Awards for the 1978 High Back Sofa and the Plateau Outdoor collection.[15][16]
The company and its products have also been featured in publications such as The Straits Times, Vogue Living, and the Australian Financial Review, which have covered its furniture design and international expansion.[2][1][7]
Key products
[edit]- Delta Sofa – Introduced in 1998, the modular Delta sofa allows multiple configurations, including use as a bed. It has been featured at events such as the Vanity Fair Oscars Party and on The Oprah Winfrey Show.[7]
- Jasper Sofa – Launched in 2003, the Jasper includes integrated storage and has remained one of the company’s most commercially successful models.[1]
- 1977 Sofa – Released in 2024 as a reinterpretation of King Living’s first design, the 1977 Sofa won two Red Dot Design Awards for indoor and outdoor categories.[8]
- Zaza Sofa – Designed in collaboration with Australian designer Charles Wilson, the Zaza sofa is modular in design and has been profiled in design publications.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e Todd, Stephen (22 May 2020). "The King of Australian furniture design sits down for a rare chat". Australian Financial Review. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b c d Sajan, Chantal (30 June 2023). "King Living's 'sofa science' drives design innovations". The Straits Times. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b c Nichols, Nick. "King Living ups ante in North America with first US store". Business News Australia. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b Patterson, Craig (20 July 2018). "Upscale Aussie Furniture Retailer 'King Living' to Enter Canada with 1st Store". Retail Insider. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b c Stewart, Melissa. "King Living CEO David Woollcott on building a furniture brand that lasts: 'We're here forever'". CNA Luxury. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b Logi, Lorenzo (20 August 2015). "What's in a name? King Furniture's new identity". IndesignLive. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b c Lacey, Stephen. "How the Delta sofa became one of Australia's biggest design success stories". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b c Lim, Dayna. "How this reimagined King Living 1977 sofa brought home two Red Dot Design Awards this year". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b "Red Dot Design Award: 1977 Sofa". Red Dot. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b "Red Dot Design Award: 1977 Sofa (Outdoor)". Red Dot. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b Simon, Audrey. "How King Living leverages its legacy to create lasting investments in style and comfort". Good Design Australia. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ a b Walters, Kelly (10 December 2024). "King Living: Global Expansion Brings The Australian Firm's Relaxed Aesthetic To The U.S." Aspire Design and Home. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Ambery, Emily (29 January 2025). "Inside King Living's New US Showrooms: What Interior Designers Need to Know". Work Design Magazine. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ Pascual, Levy (1 October 2024). "King Living Takes Home Two Australian Good Design Awards – News Feature". The Local Project. Retrieved 2 August 2025.
- ^ "iF Design – 1978 High Back Sofa". iF World Design Guide. Retrieved 1 September 2025.
- ^ "iF Design – Plateau Outdoor". iF World Design Guide. Retrieved 1 September 2025.