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From Bentley to King Living: How an ex-automotive designer is redefining luxury furniture

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October 22, 2026 • 01:39:24 PM
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In this video, King Living design mentor Chris Cooke reflects on his background in automotive design and his move from Bentley in the UK to leading King Living’s creative direction in Sydney. He discusses the company’s approach to design and its focus on circular production and product recovery, as well as the collaborative energy that drives the studio.

From Bentley to King Living: How an ex-automotive designer is redefining luxury furniture

In this video, King Living design mentor Chris Cooke reflects on his background in automotive design and his move from Bentley in the UK to leading King Living’s creative direction in Sydney.

King Living’s Turrella production facility in Sydney’s inner south unites the brand’s design and manufacturing teams under one roof. The space embodies King Living’s commitment to local production and a design philosophy centred on quality and accessible luxury.

In this video, design mentor Chris Cooke reflects on his background in automotive design and his move from Bentley Motors in the UK to leading King Living’s creative direction in Sydney. He discusses the company’s approach to design and its focus on circular production and product recovery, as well as the collaborative energy that drives the studio.

Through footage of King Living’s makers at work, we see how every piece is crafted with purpose – part of a continuing story of innovation, sustainability, and the evolution of King Living as a global design brand.

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