Kangaroo Bench

Reclaimed Teak
Replica of Original Pierre Jeanneret Bench from c. 1955

The compact and comfortable Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Bench also known as the “Kangourou Banquette” is a two-seater arrangement that works for all kinds of spaces. Mostly seen in the halls of the general hospital and in private residences around 1955, this low bench style was designed for lounging. The solid teakwood frame features braided canework on the seat and backrest. The slanted backrest forms the base and continues into the legs giving this piece a horizontal ‘Z’ shaped profile. The three front legs are connected together by two separate rods. All our pieces are made by hand using the exact same materials and techniques used during the Chandigarh masterplan. This item is made to order and can be customized.

Available in Multiple Finishes (Natural pictured)

  • Natural
  • Aged Dark
  • Aged Light
  • Bleached
  • Weather Beaten
  • Charcoal

Size (cms): 103 (W) X 78 (D) X 64 (H), 35 (Seat Height)
Size (inches): 40.5 (W) X 30.7 (D) X 25 (H), 13.8 (Seat Height)

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Reclaimed Teak
Replica of Original Pierre Jeanneret Bench from c. 1955

The compact and comfortable Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Bench also known as the “Kangourou Banquette” is a two-seater arrangement that works for all kinds of spaces. Mostly seen in the halls of the general hospital and in private residences around 1955, this low bench style was designed for lounging. The solid teakwood frame features braided canework on the seat and backrest. The slanted backrest forms the base and continues into the legs giving this piece a horizontal ‘Z’ shaped profile. The three front legs are connected together by two separate rods. All our pieces are made by hand using the exact same materials and techniques used during the Chandigarh masterplan. This item is made to order and can be customized.

Available in Multiple Finishes (Natural pictured)

  • Natural
  • Aged Dark
  • Aged Light
  • Bleached
  • Weather Beaten
  • Charcoal

Size (cms): 103 (W) X 78 (D) X 64 (H), 35 (Seat Height)
Size (inches): 40.5 (W) X 30.7 (D) X 25 (H), 13.8 (Seat Height)

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