The Ellie Collection
Designed by Von Robinson
Every detail shapes the story of care
Healthcare furniture design requires empathy at every step.
Designer Von Robinson’s first step when designing the Ellie Collection was studying how patients, families, and clinicians move, rest, and connect in daily care environments. His conclusion was simple yet powerful: when form feels natural, care flows more easily.
The Ellie Collection includes a patient recliner and sleeper sofa shaped by neuroaesthetic research. From the gentle arc of the embrace back to the sculpted loop arms, Ellie’s curved details respond to both physical and emotional needs.
Patients find support without stiffness. Families feel welcome at the bedside. Clinicians gain furniture that performs under constant use. Ellie was built for these moments, where design can soften stress, preserve dignity, and support patients through every stage of care.
Comfort that heals
What does healing look like in the quiet hours of care?
It looks like furniture that’s thoughtfully designed, crafted with soft, inviting curves to help patients and families feel supported.
The Ellie Recliner responds to the real-world needs of inpatient care, offering upright comfort with an embrace back that reduces strain, a footrest tucks neatly away to support easier movement, loop arms that invite a natural grip with steady sit-to-stand, and refined push bar and locking wheels for mobility. The Ellie Sleeper Sofa extends this promise, giving families a place to stay close, rest, and recover alongside loved ones.
Both pieces are built with Protea™, Kwalu’s proprietary, non-porous material that resists scratches, moisture, and years of cleaning. The finish stays beautiful, protecting both patient safety and dignity. Explore how Ellie facilitates early mobility, intuitive use, and healing comfort in healthcare environments.
“Curves help healing, and Ellie’s forms are intentionally soft—reinforcing the idea that beauty and function are not at odds, but essential to care,” explains Robinson. “With Ellie, I set out to provide a safe haven—one that supports rest and connection for patients and care partners alike.”
Ellie Recliner Brochure
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