Dutch designer Friso Kramer was born on Aug. 13, 1922. The son of Amsterdam School architect Piet Kramer, Friso Kramer studied at the Institute of Applied Art in Amsterdam to become an interior architect. Kramer contributed to the "Goed Wonen" ("Good Living") movement in the 1950s. The Goed Wonen group was focused on restoring the quality of life in the Netherlands following World War II. As such, Kramer focused on creating molded plywood and steel chairs that were both functional and stylish.

Initially, Kramer's chairs featured rounded seats and slightly cupped backs. His 1953 chair, called "Revolt," represented the new and evolving Dutch style. Meanwhile, his 1954 Milan Triennial featured a metal table and hanging cupboard. In addition, Kramer taught at The Hague Academy for the Visual Arts during the 1950s. Kramer also designed the MEHES series of office furniture in 1972 for the Ahrend/Oda Company. The MEHES series prioritized efficiency, mobility and other characteristics that would help office workers become more productive. Furthermore, the MEHES series were ergonomic and modular, making them ideal for modern office settings.

Kramer's designs include his two concrete benches with low and high backs installed in public spaces in Deventer, Schiphol, Hoorn and Amsterdam as well. Throughout his career, Kramer's works accelerated the modernist aesthetic of the Netherlands, and his works are still prominent in various locations worldwide.