Showroom Address: 909 W, North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642
Award-winning Australian furniture designer, manufacturer and retailer, King Living, renowned for its expertise in modular design, takes its American expansion strategy to the next stage with the opening of its second showroom in the USA. The new King Living Lincoln Park showroom will be located in Chicago, Illinois within the city’s interior design district at 909 W, North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642. The building is part of Chicago’s vibrant cityscape and is located in a strong, well established trade area.
The new showroom will officially open at the end of November with a celebratory launch event happening in early 2025 for Chicago’s design, influencer and interior design media community. Chicago was chosen as the ideal location for King Living due to it being one of the largest interior markets in the United States. The showroom, which is 9,990 square feet, is designed to create an immersive journey for customers, showcase the King Difference via every touchpoint, and spark creativity within the district’s collaborative interior design and home maker community. The Lincoln Park Chicago showroom will allow customers to experience firsthand the King Living collection of sofas, living, dining, outdoor, and bedroom furniture, as well as rugs and lighting.
King Living has found a strong appetite in the USA market for practical, liveable furniture that combines timeless aesthetics with exceptional comfort and customization capabilities. Customers resonate with its relaxed Australian aesthetic and appreciate the extensive personalization options King Living offers. The ability to tailor every aspect of a sofa—from seat configuration to fabrics, finishes, and smart accessories — is especially well received. Customers are impressed by the King Living mission to make lasting furniture, and particularly value that every sofa is made with a steel frame and backed by a 25 year warranty.
Across the globe, King Living is known for pushing the boundaries of what furniture can achieve. What sets King Living apart in the furniture industry is the King Difference – a unique combination of Australian design, true modularity, sustainability, comfort, and innovation. The sofa’s modular designs adapt to evolving lifestyles and spaces, with arms, backs, and shelves easily rearranging into endless configurations.
Every King Living Sofa is built with a steel frame, which is the flexible foundation that supports endless configurations. Sustainability is paramount, with durable materials and removable covers ensuring longevity and comfort. Innovation is ingrained in its ethos, with features like the King Steel Frame, PostureFlex® Seating System and Smart Pocket® designs enhancing comfort and durability. As a vertically integrated business, King Living can control every aspect of product design and manufacturing to create quality furniture that stands the test of time, rather than ending up in landfill.
Founder David King and his mother Gwen King started off making simple foam chairs in their family home in Sydney, Australia. In 1977 the King family opened their first showroom laying the foundations of what is now a beloved Australian brand. Today, King Living has over 30 showrooms across Australia, the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Singapore.
This second American showroom is a testament to the brand’s commitment to establishing itself in the US and marks another step toward its broader retail expansion strategy. Scheduled to open in 2025, Portland, Oregon will be the third King Living showroom in the USA, and sixth showroom in North America, following the opening of Chicago in November 2024 and Toronto in early 2025.
Founder David King comments: “We are thrilled by the success of our first US showroom in Orange County and are excited to open in Chicago as the next step in our American journey. Chicago is one of the most incredible design destinations in the world and we are honored to be part of the vibrant community.”
“Opening a second showroom in the USA is testament to our innovative approach to furniture design and timeless appeal that translates on a global scale.”
“We’re not content to just create ordinary furniture. We use steel frames, modular components, and removable covers, all underpinned by leading technology within a sustainability-focused framework.” King concludes.
About King Living
Since 1977, King Living has been a pioneer in Australian furniture design and innovation. Exclusively designed in-house, the brand’s award-winning furniture is expertly crafted for a lifetime of comfort. Established in Sydney, Australia, King Living operates globally in the United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, Malaysia, and China. As a vertically integrated company, every detail is handled in-house, from design and manufacturing to delivery and aftercare. King Living designs are a lifetime investment in personal comfort and wellbeing, offering superior quality and performance that outlasts ordinary furniture. Each piece is designed from the inside out, featuring a signature King Steel Frame with 25 year warranty for lasting support.