Welp MagazineDesigners can sometimes spend hours figuring out a problem. And sometimes with these long hours comes great back pain. We believe designers need their own chairs that have been designed for long usage.
Time and time again, these 9 options are the ones that keep coming up. There’s a great variety depending on your priorities: appearance, if you want to build your core strength, relieve back or neck pain and more. So check out what works for you!
#1 Aeron by Herman Miller
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Who suggested this product? The Aeron by Herman Miller was recommended by Colin Haentjens from The Knobs Company. You can find out more about Colin Haentjens here or read their product recommendation below. |
As an architect with a herniated disk who sat in the Aeron hours a day for over two years, I can say this chair is definitely a solid choice for the office place. Chairs of this caliber have several ways to adjust for comfort, task, and long days; designers will appreciate how Herman Miller has elegantly designed all of these tools.
The Aeron looks good as a standalone piece, or in rows of open office desking. It also boasts an impressive list of options at purchase. Not only is this chair good for those with back pains, but the ergonomic shapes and moldings, along with good posture, will prevent future health issues.
#2 Secretlab Titan 2020 Prime PU Leather Stealth Gaming Chair
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Who suggested this product? The Secretlab Titan 2020 Prime PU Leather Stealth Gaming Chair was recommended by Anil Ramsey from ChairsFX. You can find out more about Anil Ramsey here or read their product recommendation below. |
The purpose of a gaming chair is to support healthy posture during long periods of sitting. Healthy posture reduces muscle strain, improves blood flow and helps with focus. The Secretlab Titan takes this concept to another level.
The Titan starts with a steel frame layered with premium cold-foam padding. Over top goes high-end PU leather or breathable mesh fabric. An integrated lumbar system in the backrest works like the ones in luxury car seats. There’s also a neck pillow you can attach to the tall backrest. Another big feature is a 4-directional adjustable armrests. These adjust in all directions to support the arms. That means the spine doesn’t have to.
The result is a firm seat that locks you in perfect ergonomic alignment for screen work. The comfort is nice, but the Titan’s ergonomics is the key. The chair supports upright posture instead of your body. This saves a massive amount of energy. Instead of supporting muscles, that energy becomes available for more productive things.
That makes the Secretlab Titan a great option for designers. The comfortable ergonomics will let you sit longer in perfect ergonomic alignment. As a result users enjoy improved focus and greater productivity. Sit smarter and work harder with a Secretlab Titan gaming chair.
#3 Herman Miller Aeron
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Who suggested this product? The Herman Miller Aeron was recommended by Caleb Leight from Visuals by Impulse. You can find out more about Caleb Leight here or read their product recommendation below. |
Our clear-cut #1 choice. Yes, the Herman Miller Aeron is pricey. But for the average designer spending 8+ hours per day in an office chair, the investment is well worth it. The HMA is light-weight, sturdy, and comfortable. Its mesh material is breathable and strong. The lumbar support protects your back and helps to maintain good posture. It has provided us unrivalled support on many a long day. We consider the Herman Miller Aeron a must for anyone in the industry. Your back will thank you, trust us.. Unquestionably the King of Office Chairs.
#4 Flash Furniture High Back Designer Black Mesh Executive Swivel Chair
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Who suggested this product? The Flash Furniture High Back Designer Black Mesh Executive Swivel Chair was recommended by Usama Mushtaq from Angel Jackets. You can find out more about Usama Mushtaq here or read their product recommendation below. |
Mesh office chairs can keep you more productive throughout your work day with its comfort and ventilated design. The breathable mesh material allows air to circulate to keep you cool while sitting. Finding a comfortable chair is essential when sitting for long periods at a time.
#5 Capisco Ergonomic Office Chair by HAG
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Who suggested this product? The Capisco Ergonomic Office Chair by HAG was recommended by Jeneva Aaron from TheHouseWire. You can find out more about Jeneva Aaron here or read their product recommendation below. |
As a designer, you need a desk that not only supports your back all day long, but looks great too. Meet the Capisco Ergonomic Office Chair by HAG. This brilliant piece of design features a fully upholstered saddle seat that promotes blood flow, helping you stay productive for hours on end. It also has an adjustable back that tilts forward and backward according to your needs. And of course, it looks fantastic. The sleek, minimal design will complement any office, no matter what the rest of your space looks like. Your clients are sure to be wowed every time they step foot into your office!
#6 Herman Miller Classic Aeron Task Chair
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Who suggested this product? The Herman Miller Classic Aeron Task Chair was recommended by Steven Wood from Swankyden. You can find out more about Steven Wood here or read their product recommendation below. |
The reason I am recommending this chair as the best is ihe fact that this chair best combines design, comfort, and price. Designers need to have an aesthetically pleasing chair with maximum comfort for long hours.
This ergonomic chair ensures that and is beautiful to look at. If you aregiving a gift to a designer, they will be endlessly grateful for this chair.
#7 MARKUS Office chair
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Who suggested this product? The MARKUS Office chair was recommended by David Irwin from David Irwin Design. You can find out more about David Irwin here or read their product recommendation below. |
For cheaper chairs, I suggest IKEA, either the the Markus or the Jarvfjalette. Both are extremely good chairs, and cheaper than some other brands you will find that are far less comfortable. I have used both.
#8 CLUTCH CHAIRZ Crank Series Delta Black/White Gaming Chair
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Who suggested this product? The CLUTCH CHAIRZ Crank Series Delta Black/White Gaming Chair was recommended by David Irwin from David Irwin Design. You can find out more about David Irwin here or read their product recommendation below. |
A gaming chair to help settle back when sitting for a long time. I like Clutch Chairz myself. They are made to be sat in for hours on end so they have that designer workaholic in mind.
#9 Gaiam Balance Ball Chairs
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Who suggested this product? The Gaiam Balance Ball Chairs was recommended by David Irwin from David Irwin Design. You can find out more about David Irwin here or read their product recommendation below. |
For drawing and any other drafting work I will say a balance ball chair, as it can be good for posture. In a basic sense, it is good to have something that forces you to have better posture when you are huddled over a draft paper all day.
Colin Haentjens from The Knobs Company
Anil Ramsey from ChairsFX
Caleb Leight from Visuals by Impulse
Usama Mushtaq from Angel Jackets
Jeneva Aaron from TheHouseWire
Steven Wood from Swankyden
David Irwin from David Irwin Design
