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KNOCKONWOOD Crafting Stories with Furniture<br />

“OUR STORY .”<br />

"To enhance life and spirit through timeless, responsible design...total design."<br />

Namaste,<br />

I started in my parents garage back in 2000, with some essential tools and two workmen who were as enthusiastic as I was.<br />

Together we designed, drew, cut, sawed and chiseled our way to create a design company. By the time we were done with<br />

our first assignment– sawing, joining and polishing I knew it was the beginning of a dream; of ‘somethingelse’!<br />

Over the last decades ,our small idea has grown into a state-of-the-art furniture design and manufacturing unit, spread over<br />

a few thousand square feet. We may have grown in scale but we remain a 'peoples' company at heart. A team that is<br />

committed to quality and responsible design. We welcome you to our world. You may find it classic or contemporary,<br />

sometimes bold, sometimes eccentric, sometimes daring, but always, always genuine and honest. At least that is my hope<br />

KNOCKONWOOD.


YOURS TRULY<br />

Yours Truly' represents KNOCKONWOOD’S dedication to functional design.<br />

Good Design to us is sustainable, functional and beautiful; With Yours Truly’, we have endeavoured<br />

to coalesce state-of-the-art, scientific trends with Art. Each product in this collection speaks of<br />

attention to detail, precision and our commitment to good craftsmanship.


THE BUTLER<br />

The making of ‘The Butler’ exemplifies KNOCKONWOOD’s reliance on artisans’ skills and hand-crafting techniques. By deftly<br />

incorporating the original details involved in the manufacturing process, this cabinet tells a story; a story of the mastery of the<br />

craftsmen, an essential element of the manufacturing process.<br />

The gorgeous design of the cabinet makes it the perfect addition to a room where people come together to enjoy special moments.<br />

Size :- 2438mm x 548mm x 850mm


THE BUTLER<br />

Aimed to provide a complete buffet solution, this 8-foot long cabinet is a combination of 4 different components. Whilst the first and second<br />

sections form the bar ,the third section is designed for storage with pull-out drawers for items such as cutlery, etc. The fourth component<br />

serves the purpose of a hydraulic tea trolley. Differing from the first three, this section is designed with sliding shutters that provide more<br />

room for storing other related items out of sight.


MISTRESS<br />

This bedside cabinet exhibits high level of quality and design, while attending to a multitude of<br />

individual requirements. Devised as a solution to the inherent laziness in bed, the mistress<br />

physically and metaphorically is ‘a secret place for all personal items.<br />

Size :- 792mm x 548mm x 579mm


MISTRESS<br />

While the top of the cabinet provides you with access to daily essentials such as a water bottle, tissue holder etc., a hinged lid further<br />

augments plenty of electronic possibilities with an outlet that can charge 3-5 units at a time. The pull out drawers are lined with felt to<br />

avoid scratches on devices such as tablets, phones, iPods etc. One of the drawers opens up with a number lock to keep valuables and<br />

secret treasures hidden (wallet, rings, pen, etc.). Accessorized with lighting, this cabinet is ideal for the bedroom.


SOLEMATE<br />

With the intent of creating a product that adapts to people and befriends<br />

its surrounding rather than people adapting to it, we present to you ‘The<br />

Solemate’. The perfect blend of function and style, along with a beautiful<br />

seating component, this cabinet is crafted to hold shoes and other<br />

paraphernalia.<br />

Size :- 833mm x 487mm x 914mm


SOLEMATE<br />

Solemate is constructed from a combination of board and ash wood. The cutwork on the wood not only<br />

lends an elegant look to the piece, but makes for a good air escape for the shoes. Displaying up to 14<br />

pairs of shoes effortlessly, the lower section of the rack is divided in two parts for accessories such as shoe<br />

horn, cleaning cloth etc. and the seating.


P.A- PERSONAL ASSISTANT<br />

A multifunctional addition to the home or the home study,<br />

the personal assistant is a beautiful and thoughtfully<br />

designed piece of furniture that serves to its name<br />

functionally and dutifully. Its bold color scheme and<br />

Ombre finish provide a visual pleasure.<br />

Size :- 883mm x 579mm x 1508mm


P.A- PERSONAL ASSISTANT<br />

Bringing the best of both personal and professional worlds together into one single piece of furniture, it offers a<br />

stylish, yet functional way to store files, supplies and other equipment. The pull-out work top further slides out to<br />

showcase stationery. If one uses a fax machine, copier or printer on a consistent basis, there is an ideal place to<br />

store these items for ease of access. And if that wasn’t enough, the knob on one side of the PA holds a flat piece<br />

of wood that opens up to form a chair.


BAE- MY BETTER HALF<br />

BAE allows us to marry our passion for creativity with science. It’s not just a set of chairs with a table but a graceful<br />

medium to help you hide your necessities that include remotes, tech gadgets, magazines, etc. The sleek and linear<br />

aesthetic of the chair looks stylish in both contemporary and traditional settings.<br />

Specification :- Structure is in teak wood with upholstered seat. Fabric as per approval.<br />

Size :- 880mm x 990mm x 810mm


ALLIES IN STYLE<br />

Celebrating wood in its true form, our allies in style are small flat strips of wood joined together to form the top of the table.<br />

The wood flats have been glued together and are completely nail-less. These tables are ideal for living rooms or other spaces<br />

around the home. Moreover, they add an original touch of imagination to professional environments.


ALLIES IN STYLE<br />

The tables have been built in combination of 2 woods or wood and metal. They are vertical cross sections created out<br />

of wenge, ash wood , teak wood accentuating differential coloring and gain .Variations are available with tops made<br />

of MS and thin powder coated aluminum .


FOREST COLLECTION<br />

With this collection , we return to the forest , literally , working with bare logs , raw and rustic ,<br />

without embellishments. The beautiful and bountiful forests which take little and give a lot. They<br />

have always helped us survive and sustain overselves.<br />

This collection celebrates nature in all its glory.


FORESTRY<br />

An ode to Nature. This collection uses materials in their natural form. This bed combines natural<br />

teak wood, rusted mild steel and natural linen fabric. Along with the side tables, this ensemble<br />

adds a subtle, stylish touch to your bedroom décor.<br />

Specification :- Solid texture wood in oil finish with accents in Rusted M.S finish.<br />

Size :- (a) Bed - 2286mm x 2133mm x 431mm<br />

(b) Side Table - 600mm x 431mm x 431 mm


COFFEE BREW<br />

Rustic and refined, this coffee island will make a stylish statement in your living room. The 3-part<br />

creation features textured teak wood. Each of the parts can be used as separate units or combined<br />

together to form this unusual ensemble.<br />

Specification :- Solid Texture wood coffee table in Burnt and oil finish.<br />

Size :- <strong>12</strong>00mm x <strong>12</strong>00mm x 240mm


KETCH- THE BENCH<br />

The bench has been built with waste and reclaimed pieces of teak and other woods. The process of putting this piece together<br />

like a jigsaw puzzle is what lends it, its character. The bench is fit for indoors as well as the out doors. Sanded and finished with<br />

white oil the ketch is ready to sail your living rooms or your gardens .<br />

Specification :- Teak wood finished with oil finish.<br />

Size :-1995mm x 640mm x 375mm


TWO AND A HALF MEN<br />

Raw and seasoned logs have been transformed into beautiful side tables. The wood is treated in a way that<br />

its natural grain is highlighted to perfection. The diagonal cut adds to the grain lines.<br />

Specification :- Burnt cassia wood.<br />

Size :- (a) Round top –Dia. 390mm x 445mm<br />

(b) Semi circular table – 275mm x 445mm<br />

(c) Semi circular table –250mm x 445mm


THREE WISE MEN<br />

Solid wood turned on LATHE and textured. These stylish side tables are your personal bits of<br />

forest in your living room.<br />

Specification :- Solid Texture wood table in burnt and oil finish.<br />

Size :- (a) Glass top table –Dia.450mm x 508mm<br />

(b) Media table – Dia.558mm x 508mm<br />

(c) Small table – Dia.450mm x 508 mm


PLATEAUX<br />

These beautiful side tables incorporate the rustic sophistication of the woods with classic composition that combines<br />

the natural with the elegance of geometry to give a perfect blend.<br />

Specification :- Top in burnt raw wood dinished in oil w/out stain and base in black powder coated.<br />

Size :- (a)Dia.338mm x 549mm<br />

(b)Dia.427mm x 427mm


TWINNING<br />

Twinning - these circular tables with solid wood top and<br />

metal base complement both casual and upscale décor. The<br />

wood is finished in oil and steel coated in matt clear<br />

lacquer/powder coated to retain its natural look.<br />

Size :- (a) Dia.406mm x 457mm<br />

(b) Dia.508mm x 610mm


BARE BOARD<br />

From the forest - this sideboard is a happy harmony of burnt pine wood with mild steel frame. The raw wood edges<br />

make for interesting handles. Wood has a burnt finish and is finished in oil. Steel coated in matt clear lacquer.<br />

Size :- 1524mm x 457mm x 762mm


RUSTIC FUSION<br />

Distressed beauty reinforced with strength - Planks of distressed wood fitted in<br />

a mild steel frame with exposed screws. Wood finished in oil and steel in powder<br />

coating.<br />

Size :- 406mm x 406mm x 457mm


MARDI GRAS COLLECTION<br />

Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday” in French, is the traditional, vibrant street festival celebrated to welcome<br />

Spring at the end of Winter.<br />

The Mardi Gras collection is contemporary and celebrates bold, vibrant elements. The collection<br />

features raw, rustic wood and aluminium. The textured wood is finished to zero gloss for a natural<br />

appearance. Dark, walnut stain with black and burgundy undertones creates a beautiful contrast with<br />

polished aluminium.


DINING CHAIR<br />

An elegant curve in wood – the dining chair features shaded silk. The curve in a single piece of wood is textured in a raw, natural<br />

finish to highlight the teak wood grains. The only embellishment is the script engraved along the curve.<br />

Specification :- Solid texture wood dining chair in burnt finish.<br />

Size :- 508mm x 508mm x 900mm


SIDEBOARD<br />

The buffet counter is a combination of 3 trolleys , providing a complete buffet solution. The first is a bar trolley , equipped<br />

with a wine cooler .The second features an induction table for live cooking option and the third trolley has a warmer and<br />

storage.<br />

Specification :- Dining sideboard with texture work / Etching work on shutters.<br />

Size :- 3350 mm x 558mm x 838 mm


SIDEBOARD


WALL INSTALLATION<br />

The wall panel is a composition of 10 discs. Each disc is patterned with concentric circles. Though designed differently<br />

they are part of a whole. Adorned with venetian masks and peacock feather wreath the panel is a work of art.<br />

Specification :- Cluster of wooden disc with combination of different finish – Texture wood , Metallic & High gloss<br />

lacquer .<br />

Size :- 2400mm x 900mm


CANVAS OF LIFE<br />

Art and design enjoy a symbiotic relationship. Art influences design and takes it beyond functionality<br />

alone Good design has always drawn inspiration from art for its form , texture and tones. We believe<br />

that good, responsible design is a functional expression of art. Art forms the very core of our design<br />

aesthetics, for art must have a heart.<br />

We celebrate this synergy of art and design by collaborating with the celebrated artist Manisha<br />

Gawade.


THE STORYTELLER- THE BOOKCASE<br />

This beautifully crafted design is truly worthy of the books it holds within : The doors have been painstakingly created by joining<br />

small pieces of turned wood. The brass body and the specially created “distressed “ red surface on the inside add to the charisma of<br />

the charming façade.<br />

Size -870mm x 460mm x 1800mm


UNWINDING- THE BAR<br />

One of the most wonderful way to celebrate relationships is to get together and share a drink. The bar-<br />

Unwinding- provides the perfect setting for many such occasions. Artist Manisha Gawade’s painting from<br />

the series “The Threads of Life” on the shutter surface of the cabinet, represents the myriad threads of<br />

relationships that are entwined with the warp and weft of life itself. The painting opens up cleverly to<br />

reveal a gorgeous yet sleek wine rack & shelves in solid teak wood. Each section has been designed<br />

carefully and flawlessly refined to make this piece functional, elegant and artistic.<br />

Size :- <strong>12</strong>50mm x 1025mm x 420 mm


TRANSLATIONS- THE WRITING TABLE<br />

The writing table is where thoughts converge to become stories and ideas come alive. The suspended painted drawer<br />

features a lyrical painting by artist Manisha Gawade from her popular series Mindscapes of Mindscapes. The table<br />

stands on elegant metal cast in brass that are textured from inside and smooth on the outside. The side panels hold<br />

the glass top.<br />

Size :- 1350mm x 600mm x 750mm


SIGNATURE COLLECTION<br />

Exemplifies bespoke design and high quality craftmanship. Each piece in this exclusive collection is<br />

handcrafted , using the finest materials and attentions to detail. This collection draws inspiration<br />

from the bygone royal era as well as classic , traditional India art of in – lay work and carving.


PRISTINE LOTUS<br />

24 hand sculpted teakwood petals, inlaid with brass motifs and wrapped around fools gold (pyrite<br />

stone) . The upward tilt of the lotus with the curvaceous central pillar, pay homage to the skied<br />

above.<br />

Specification :- Solid teak wood Base with walnut finish & metallic gold lacquer, top with golden<br />

pyrite stone and a detailed brass motif inlaid in wood.<br />

Size :- Dia.<strong>12</strong>00mm x 838mm


LILYPOND SIDEBOARD<br />

Straight line sturdy piece crafted with a symmetrical wood- on- wood inlay work in front. Fine highlights in the copper inlay further<br />

accentuate the design and emphasis the details. It also adds a stylish touch to this sideboard.<br />

Specification :- Sideboard in combination of wood on wood inlay & fine copper wire outlines finished in natural color & PU finish.<br />

Size :- 2400 mm x 600mm x 750mm


CRESCENT MOON- ROCKING CHAIR<br />

“The night walks down the sky with the crescent moon in her hand.”- Oscar Wilde<br />

Inspired by the many phases of the crescent moon, this soft rocking chair is hand carved from teakwood. Stained<br />

dark as the night, set with a cushion in rich raw silk, this seat is both stylish and comfortable.<br />

Specification :- Solid teak wood with sides carved chair in walnut & PU finish.<br />

Size :- <strong>12</strong>00mm x 600mm


DELICATE DARL<br />

This table features an 80 year old antique brass plate which once graced a Royal<br />

Feast. The blending of wood and brass elements makes this stand out in a corner or<br />

centre of your living room.<br />

Specification :- Solid teak wood base with authentic Antique brass plate top.<br />

Size :- Dia.600mm x 558mm


HOSPITALITY<br />

The fine art of good food and good service are combined together in this exclusive collection ,<br />

especially designed for stylish , luxury banqueting . These trolleys and buffet counters are created for<br />

live cooking and take bespoke banqueting to a new level. These can even fit quite comfortably in<br />

your home.


INDUCTION TROLLEY<br />

To display the drama of delicious cooking , these induction trolleys are ideal for gourmet buffets and stylish<br />

events . These are designed with cooking counters, built – in storage for utensils and other essentials .The top<br />

extends into a serving counter.<br />

Specification :- Light colored wood detailing in embossed treatment on walnut finish veneer in teak. Finished<br />

in PU.<br />

Size :- 1350mm x 600mm x 750mm


NESTING BUFFET TABLES<br />

This set of 3 nesting tables is perfect for gourmet buffets and stylish banqueting. 2 of these tables have<br />

in – built induction units, making them ideal for live cooking ,while THE 3rd for display . Being<br />

stackable , these are easy to store and add an elegant touch.<br />

Specification :- Combination of steel and wood in walnut finish , with solid surface on top.<br />

Size :- Nesting table big – 1800mm x 675mm x 900mm<br />

Nesting table small – 1500mm x 600mm x 850mm


TEA AND DESSERT TROLLEY<br />

This elegant tea and dessert island on wheels is perfect for a leisurely and elegant high tea .The acrylic lid<br />

protects the foods, while at the same time displaying the gourmet collection. The drawer on top stores the<br />

napkins and cutlery and the lower shelves are ideal to store the tea service.<br />

Specification :- Solid teak wood trolley in walnut finish with openable acrylic top cover.<br />

Size :- 900mm x 600mm x 750mm


BREAKFAST ON WHEELS- A POP UP TOASTER TROLLEY<br />

There is nothing more heartwarming and cheerful than freshly baked bread in the morning Equipped with a<br />

pop up toaster , show trays and a bread cutting board, the trolley promises a hearty breakfast on wheels .with<br />

elegant wicker lattice work and adequate display space for various condiments like cheeses and spreads , this<br />

trolley in classic teak wood is designed for a gourmet breakfast experience.<br />

Specification :- solid teak wood trolley in walnut finish, Internal drawer finished in white high gloss lacquer.<br />

Size :- <strong>12</strong>00mm x 600mm x 975mm


ABOUT KNOCKONWOOD


KNOCKONWOOD Crafting Stories with Furniture<br />

“Follow the grain in your own wood.” Howard Thurman<br />

Based out of New Delhi and Chandigarh, with a focus on customized and bespoke hardwood furniture, Knock on Wood (KNW) voices stories<br />

through its designs. A brand that has built itself from a legacy of over a decade from its home brand ‘House of Design’ to combat the dearth of<br />

custom- created quality furniture, it is now a dedicated furniture and product design studio that prioritizes quality over quantity. Fostering on the<br />

brand’s love affair with wood, the KNW brand crafts contemporary wooden furniture that is a unison of art, science and functionality.<br />

With a modern manufacturing facility of around 10,000 sq. ft. and a special R&D lab dedicated to implement research on device machinery, working<br />

mechanisms for specific applications, and to test the behaviour of various finishes on wood and metal, KNW is a craftsmen’s and design<br />

connoisseurs’ paradise. The lab also implements stress-testing to avoid risk tool design for special applications.<br />

Driven by dynamic and passionate individuals, KNW’s team is led by Aarti Aggarwal, a renowned furniture and chair designer. With a qualified design<br />

team of over <strong>12</strong> people (8 designers, 4 engineers) engaged in customer interface, design, approval, project planning and delivery. Its manufacturing<br />

team of 45 comprises highly skilled carvers, carpenters, craftsmen, 5 axis router programmer and operators, packers and administration.<br />

KNW is a subsidiary of India’s largest mobility solutions creator - JCBL GROUP, which is a conglomerate with diversified interests in the automobile<br />

and pharmaceutical domains. Over the years, the axis of growth has been on innovation and in providing world class products and service solutions<br />

to customers.<br />

The designs and projects of KNW have appeared in prestigious art and design publications nationally and worldwide. Quality, custom made furniture<br />

has chiseled a home for itself at Knock On Wood.


“Design is not for philosophy; it's for life.”<br />

With an Ideation to excel, Aarti Aggarwal leads the creative design team at KNOCK ON WOOD (KNW), erstwhile known as the House<br />

of Design. She is recognized nationally for her inherent creativity, knowledge, dexterity and craft with hardwood furniture and product<br />

design that allows her to push boundaries and create pieces for a diverse set of clients.<br />

Aarti has studied domestic design from University of Arts, London and specialized in Chair design from Danish Skole of Design,<br />

Copenhagen. Her designs sit at the confluence of an Indian sensibility and a specialized western training. Solid on concept and driven by<br />

passion, she is among the first in India to cater to clients ranging from global brands in hospitality, residential developments to high net<br />

worth individuals.<br />

Her strong design sensibility articulates her international exposure and innate love for Indian Art & culture.<br />

She is the proud recipient of the Perspective 40 under 40 in the product category. “The biggest accomplishment for any designer is the<br />

trust that the clients place in them”.


KNOCKONWOOD<br />

Design Studio<br />

Ph: +91-11-64714649<br />

Please call for appointment<br />

Works<br />

Lalru , District Mohali<br />

Ambala – chandigarh<br />

www.knockonwood.in

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