10 ergonomic essentials for your next home office project

Caroline Biggs
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Homepage image: The Alba desk chair by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams in collaboration with the Savannah College of Art and Design | Courtesy of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

magazine | Jun 16, 2023

By Caroline Biggs

From rocking footrests to transforming sit-stand desks, these supportive office staples will keep your clients comfortable and engaged at work and beyond.

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The Lino chair by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin at Herman Miller features a contoured seat for added spinal support.

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Designer Alfredo Häberli added a cushioned backrest panel to the In Out Office SF2254 sofa at Andreu World to promote better posture.

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By engaging lower leg muscles, the Ergonomic foot rocker by Humanscale increases blood circulation while relieving lower-back pressure.

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The height-adjustable Alba desk chair by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams was designed in collaboration with students from the Savannah College of Art and Design to help you sit up straight.

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The Passport Work table by Herman Miller transitions from sitting to standing desk in seconds.

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First introduced in 1979, the Variable Balans Ergonomic Kneeling chair by Peter Opsvik at MoMA Design Store gently rocks back and forth to encourage subtle movements.

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Available in an assortment of colors and upholstery fabrics, the height-adjustable Turnstone Buoy by Steelcase boasts a rocking base and built-in handles that make it easy to carry from room to room.

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The Jarvis Designer Ply standing desk by Fully converts to a timeless sit-down style with the simple touch of a button.

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The frameless, flexible netted back of the Generation chair by Knoll provides localized support for the shoulders and lower back.

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Don’t let the playful look of Humanscale’s Ballo stool fool you. Though it evokes the appearance of a bouncy ball, its counterweighted base ensures you’ll remain seated upright through the workday.

This article originally appeared in Spring 2023 issue of Business of Home. Subscribe or become a BOH Insider for more.