Outstanding products are often created in the context of architecture: the redesigned Reichstag laid the foundation for the collaboration between Walter Knoll and Norman Foster. Our great appreciation for the finest materials and masterful craftsmanship helped give shape to the architect's ideas, which are enduring, globally relevant, and consistent to the very last detail.

The design of the ARAG building in Düsseldorf in 2002 marked the birth of the iconic Foster 500 series. At the time, the clarity, calm and expressiveness of the design were entirely new. Hard steel meets soft leather, immediately creating a stimulating tension. The appearance and combination of the seams is an art in itself.

The Foster 500 series is based on fine proportions, the highest-quality leather and superb craftsmanship: superior elements that become ever-more beautiful over time. The silhouette endures, nothing can be added or taken away - in reflection of its uniqueness and design value.