The contemporary workplace is no longer defined by a single posture, a fixed desk or even a consistent way of working. A working day may move between focused screen time, collaborative discussions, informal meetings and moments away from the desk, with the body continually adapting to different tasks and environments. Despite this shift towards greater […]
This week Humanscale is hosting Designing Comfort: The Art and Ergonomics of Seating, a livestreamed discussion, with Alan Hedge exploring the ways to combat common posture mistakes, including hunched ‘shrimp’ sitting, and their effects on muscle fatigue, breathing, circulation and musculoskeletal strain. I’m going to be honest here. When you’ve been working in a certain […]
Herman Miller is all about flexible and intelligent design. A case in point is its decision to create the next evolution of Ratio, a market-leading height-adjustable design system. Since 1905, the pioneering furniture brand has provided solutions that meet the needs of the ‘modern’ worker. Herman Miller creates not only new products that meet the […]
Few furniture designs withstand the test of time as well as the HÃ…G Capisco. With elegant curves and smooth performance, the distinct shape stands out from other chairs, adding personality to any environment. HÃ…G Capisco’s timelessness has elevated it from being a favourite in Scandinavian design to a world-renowned design object. HÃ…G Capisco is a fully […]
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