Able Sectional Sofa - Outdoor

SKU #Able_Sectional_Sofa_Outdoor

Overview

The Able sectional is part of Bensen's recently introduced Outdoor Collection that includes a sofa in two sizes, extensive modular components to configure a range of sectionals, a lounge chair, an ottoman, and a daybed. Noted here is the outdoor Able sectional sofa that can be configured in a number of different ways - modular elements include two-seat expanses in two sizes with a single or double back rest as well as left or right facing arm chaise longues and an armless chaise longue. All pieces feature the option of additional loose back cushions. Each piece features a sand gray powder-coated frame with extensive outdoor upholstery options for the cushions that rest upon gray woven bands that wrap the frame's slender orthogonal form. Waterproof covers are also available for an additional charge. Manufactured by Bensen.

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Designed in 2020.

Two-Seat Modular Elements:
65" - 84.6" W" 37.4" D, 27.6" H
Seat Height: 17.3"

Armless Chaise Longue:
32.5" W, 64.7" D, 27.6" H
Seat Height: 17.3"

Right or Left Facing Chaise Longue:
40.4" W, 53.1" D, 27.6" H
Seat Height: 17.3"

Manufacturer

Bensen

Bensen is a design and manufacturing group that was founded in 1981 by Niels Bendtsen and is based in Vancouver, Canada. Along with his staff, Danish-born Bendtsen not only designs the pieces for Bensen, but also oversees production of its extensive line of home furnishings – sofas, sectionals, tables, chairs, stools, credenzas, cabinets, and beds. According to Bendsten, “Quality is a funny concept. We tend to think of it as being associated with handcraft. But quality is also about your attitude to design. Craftsmanship is just as much about how you run the machines that are necessary for economic viability.” Bensen’s philosophy of balancing simplicity and honesty in design is a sentiment that Switch Modern shares. While we have just started adding Bensen designs to our website, we expect to shortly be showing a greater range of pieces and typologies… in the meantime, please contact us for specific information regarding pieces not currently highlighted.

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Designer

Niels Bendtsen

Niels Bendtsen (born 1943 in Denmark) has always been exposed to design and craftsmanship. After emigrating in 1951 to Canada, he began to apprentice under his father, a cabinetmaker who worked under Jacob Kjaer, and continued to build Scandinavian furniture when in Canada. Starting in 1963, Bendtsen had his own retail store where he sold his father's designs, as well as other pieces from Scandinavia. Through this retail experience, he started to learn more about design and manufacturing... in 1972, he sold his store and moved to Denmark to work as a full time designer. While there he worked for a number of Scandinavian companies, including Eilersen, Ikea, and Kebe. It was during this time that he designed the Ribbon chair (1975) for Kebe - this piece is included in the permanent collection of New York's Museum of Modern Art. Bendtsen returned to Canada in the 1980s and has continued to create work his namesake brand, Bensen, as well as Keilhauer, Linteloo, and Montis.