Vitra Office chairs

Vitra Office Chairs

Vitra - pioneer and experts in office chair design

The expertise of the Swiss furniture manufacturer Vitra in terms of office chair design is no coincidence: the furniture manufacturer has been a pioneer in the development of office furniture design for more than fifty years, realising numerous office chair designs which continue to set standards. Having produced and marketed office furniture for the European market since 1953 by designers such as Ray and Charles Eames, in 1976 the company introduced Vitramat, the first self-developed office chair. Although the Vitramat may not be considered a design classic, it does play a special role insofar as Vitra for the first time incorporated the latest research into ergonomics and health as well as innovative materials and techniques into the design. This combination of design and research became the basis for further breakthrough Vitra office chairs.

Innovative technology and research meet design expertise

Two of the designers with whom Vitra have repeatedly developed office chairs since the 1980s are the Italians Antonio Citterio and Alberto Meda. The office swivel chair Physix by Alberto Meda, for example, is paradigmatic for Vitra's design philosophy in the office sector: Meda's elegant, reduced Physix design refers to Charles and Ray Eames' office chair classics from the 1950s, but incorporating modern 21st-century techniques and materials into his design, thus combining Alberto Meda's technical know-how and design. Antonio Citterio, on the other hand, has already designed several proven office chair families for Vitra; with their ergonomic design and patented technology, for example, the ID Chairs not only support trouble-free and healthy sitting, but are also available in different versions and price ranges, making them suitable for a wide variety of workspaces.

Technical sophistication, comfort, versatility - all this is the AM Chair by designer Alberto Meda for Vitra

Longevity and sustainability

In order to ensure a long service life of Vitra chairs, the company tests its office chairs under the parameter of a 15-year use and additionally carries out so-called "worst-case checks" which contain extremely strict criteria. Also in terms of sustainability, the renowned manufacturer is on a well considered path: the ID Chair, for example, consists of as few components as possible, for which easily separable materials are used. As a result, the ID Chairs are up to 95 % recyclable and consist of up to 58 % recycled materials. Also maintenance and repair contribute to an enhanced environmental friendliness, as worn parts can be replaced and seat covers removed and renewed.

Vitra Task Chairs

The ID Soft Black Special belongs to the Vitra Task Chair family

Vitra Task Chairs are specially designed for desk work, offering ergonomics, comfort and flexibility to optimally support users in their daily tasks with a focus is on promoting concentration and productivity. Here we introduce the variety Vitra task chairs, give specific model recommendations depending on the type of work and show why you should choose an expensive or inexpensive task chair model.

Four office work forms and their requirements

In general four office work types can be distinguished, ranging from fixed workstations to flexible, open work areas: Specialist, Teamworker, Connector and Navigator. For each type suitable Vitra Task Chair models have been designed.

Vitra Task Chairs for assigned workstations

For fixed workstations, ergonomic and adaptable models are suitable, which promote comfort, productivity and health of the user. The ID Chairs convince with numerous adjustment options and durable construction. They offer the possibility of individually adjusting the seat height, backrest angle and armrest variations, which makes them a practical choice for long-term use.

Vitra Task Chairs for flexible workplaces

For workplaces with changing users, quickly adaptable task chairs are crucial. The following models are particularly suitable.

Physix:
With easy fine adjustment and contemporary design.

Rookie and Allstar:
Functional, intuitive and easily adjustable. The Rookie Chair offers a functional design for ever changing users and is one of the most affordable models. The Allstar Chair offers additional adjustment options such as an adjustable backrest and seat depth, thus expanding its flexibility.

ACX Soft and ACX Light:
Perfect for dynamic, changing teams. Apart from the seat depth, nothing needs to be adjusted, as the ACX supports users immediately and comfortably throughout the entire range of motion by adapting to the body. Price in the mid-range and offers excellent value for money.

With these models, Vitra offers the right solution for every need – whether for individual or flexible working environments.

Individual consultations with smow

We would be happy to advise you on choosing the right Vitra office chair for your situation. Come and try the various models in our smow stores and experience the range of functions, colours and materials. We are also on hand to help you with the seating of entire offices or the planning of ergonomic workstations.