Most ergonomic chairs are ugly. The mesh backs, plastic frames, and aggressive adjustability mechanisms scream "office furniture." They're functional, but they don't belong in a thoughtfully designed space.
My client needed serious ergonomic support—he spends 10+ hours a day at his desk. But he also needed a chair that contributed to the room's aesthetic, not detracted from it.
The Search
We searched for weeks. Most chairs failed one test or the other. Beautiful chairs lacked lumbar support. Ergonomic chairs looked clinical. The leather task chair we finally selected passed both tests.
Function without beauty exhausts the spirit. Beauty without function fails the body. The right chair serves both.
What Made It Work
The chair features hidden ergonomic mechanisms. Adjustable lumbar support, seat depth, and armrests—all accessible but not visible. The exterior is clean leather in a warm cognac that complements the room's palette.
When my client sits down, his body is supported. When he stands up, the chair looks like it belongs in an executive study, not a corporate cubicle.
The Investment
Quality chairs that serve both function and form are expensive. But for someone who spends most of their working life seated, it's one of the most important investments in the entire space.