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About the Designers
Don Chadwick United States (1936 - )In the last few decades, Don Chadwick has pioneered the use of modern materials, moulding processes and mechanisms leading to cutting-edge products that have raised the standard for their market. A native of Southern California, Don Chadwick received his principal training in design at the University of California, Los Angeles. He then worked for architect Victor Gruen before establishing his own practice in 1964. In 1974, Chadwick designed Chadwick Modular Seating. In collaboration with William Stumpf he designed the Equa 1 flexing-plastic chair (1984). Then in 1994, the landmark Aeron chair catapulted Chadwick to national attention, the Industrial Designers Society of America and Business Week Magazine awarded Design of the Decade to the Aeron chair in 1999. Chadwick has received numerous awards over the past three and a half decades. Chadwick's relationship with Knoll marks a milestone in the career of an inventive designer. "I am gratified to be part of the Knoll legacy, I consider Knoll to be at the highest level of contemporary design, and our collaboration is a notable one for me." with the Chadwick chair, he has proven himself as effective at bringing a product to market as he has been at creating the market itself.
Bill Stumpf The design that fulfilled these criteria met all expectations and shattered some of them. It wasn't upholstered. It wasn't padded. It was dimensioned in three models that looked exactly alike and that had nothing to do with their users' job titles. It didn't look like any other office chair. And its revolutionary concept incorporated more patentable ideas than any previous Herman Miller research program."It was a matter of deliberate design to create a 'new signature shape',"says designer Bill Stumpf. "Competitive ergonomic chairs became look-alikes. Differentiation was a huge part of the Aeron design strategy, and it remains one of, if not the most, critical aspects of Aeron's success."With its highly adjustable features, its breathable and supportive Pellicle fabric suspension technology, and its unique back support options, the Aeron accommodates the sitter like no other office chair on the market.
Combining distinctive looks with pioneering ergonomics, Aeron performs like no other chair. Adaptable to all sizes and shapes and all the motions you go through every day while seated, Aeron provides healthy comfort and balanced body support with its innovative suspension and easy-to-use adjustment controls.Learn more about the Aeron Chair:
Design Story
In 1994, Herman Miller turned to renowned designers Don Chadwick and Bill Stumpf with the challenge to create a totally new kind of office chair. Chadwick's and Stumpf's previous collaboration had produced the groundbreaking Equa chair, so the two designers began this development process with a clean slate, with no assumptions about function, form or material, but with some strong convictions about what a chair ought to do for a person.
Ergonomically, it ought to do more than just sit there. It should actively intercede for the health of the person who sits in it longer than she should.
Functionally, it ought to move and adjust as simply and naturally as possible. It should support a person in any position he cares to assume, at any task his office job serves up.
Anthropometrically, it ought to be more inclusive than its predecessors. It should do more than accommodate small or large people; it should really fit them.
Environmentally, it ought to be benign. It should be sparing of natural resources, durable and repairable, designed for disassembly and recycling; made largely of recycled materials, the Aeron chair is designed to last a long time, with parts that get the most wear easily replaced and recycled. It's just what you would expect in a well thought-out design.
The design that fulfilled these criteria met all expectations and shattered some of them. It wasn't upholstered. It wasn't padded. It was dimensioned in three models that looked exactly alike and that had nothing to do with their users' job titles. It didn't look like any other office chair. And its revolutionary concept incorporated more patentable ideas than any previous Herman Miller research program.
"It was a matter of deliberate design to create a 'new signature shape'," says designer Bill Stumpf. "Competitive ergonomic chairs became look-alikes. Differentiation was a huge part of the Aeron design strategy, and it remains one of, if not the most, critical aspects of Aeron's success."
With its highly adjustable features, its breathable and supportive Pellicle fabric suspension technology, and its unique back support options, the Aeron accommodates the sitter like no other office chair on the market.
The Aeron Chair remains today one of the most famous designs in the industry. Recognized for its sleek look and innovative modern design, the Aeron has become part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art.
In 1994, Herman Miller turned to renowned designers Don Chadwick and Bill Stumpf with the challenge to create a totally new kind of office chair. Chadwick's and Stumpf's previous collaboration had produced the groundbreaking Equa chair, so the two designers began this development process with a clean slate, with no assumptions about function, form or material, but with some strong convictions about what a chair ought to do for a person.
Ergonomically, it ought to do more than just sit there. It should actively intercede for the health of the person who sits in it longer than she should.
Functionally, it ought to move and adjust as simply and naturally as possible. It should support a person in any position he cares to assume, at any task his office job serves up.
Anthropometrically, it ought to be more inclusive than its predecessors. It should do more than accommodate small or large people; it should really fit them.
Environmentally, it ought to be benign. It should be sparing of natural resources, durable and repairable, designed for disassembly and recycling; made largely of recycled materials, the Aeron chair is designed to last a long time, with parts that get the most wear easily replaced and recycled. It's just what you would expect in a well thought-out design.
The design that fulfilled these criteria met all expectations and shattered some of them. It wasn't upholstered. It wasn't padded. It was dimensioned in three models that looked exactly alike and that had nothing to do with their users' job titles. It didn't look like any other office chair. And its revolutionary concept incorporated more patentable ideas than any previous Herman Miller research program.
"It was a matter of deliberate design to create a 'new signature shape'," says designer Bill Stumpf. "Competitive ergonomic chairs became look-alikes. Differentiation was a huge part of the Aeron design strategy, and it remains one of, if not the most, critical aspects of Aeron's success."
With its highly adjustable features, its breathable and supportive Pellicle fabric suspension technology, and its unique back support options, the Aeron accommodates the sitter like no other office chair on the market.
The Aeron Chair remains today one of the most famous designs in the industry. Recognized for its sleek look and innovative modern design, the Aeron has become part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art.
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Weight, Dimensions & Additional Features
| Item: | Dimensions: | Weight: |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Aeron® Chair | 42.75" H x 27" W | 48 |
Additional Features
| Back Height: | Mid-Back |
| Features Options: | Caster / Wheels, Eco Friendly, Ergonomic, Has Arms, Lumbar Support, Made in the USA, Tilt Control |
| Product Category: | Office Chairs |
| Style: | Contemporary / Modern |
| Type Options: | Conference Chairs, Executive & Managerial Chairs |
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Reviews
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Carla from Meriden, NH
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4/28/2013
Good investment My Aeron chair did not disappoint. I made the investment for my home office, knowing that I was investing in injury prevention. Compared to downtime from injury and the cost of physcial therapy, it's inexpensive! I got an open-box special and went with the Basic Aeron. Only adjustment is height. So far, that seems to be the only adjustment feature I really need. It has become the most popular chair in the household! Now to bring the rest of my office up to the same ergonomic standard. |
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L from Ny
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2/18/2013
Very good Great chair, really loves upto the hype. I at a desk 10-12 hours a day, this chair is such a blessing. |
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Sandy Patel from Sacramento
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2/4/2013
Aeron Chair Great service and price. Easy to assemble. Totally comfortable - thoroughly recommend to all who sit long hours, which is me! |
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sara s from nyc
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1/28/2013
good chair the chair is expensive but we've had it for a few months now and it still looks and feels new. very comfortable. |
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Peter from Hermosa Beach, CA
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1/13/2013
Very Comfortable Very comfortable chair. Make sure you get the right size (err on smaller size if youre on the edge). The reclining tension knob doesnt seem to do much. |
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Peter Fisher-Duke from Richmond, VA
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8/27/2012
Great Chair for the High Price Despite how expensive this chair is, it is the most adjustable chair I have seen. I didn't expect it to be very comfortable but once you have it configured to your body it is amazing. The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I think the armrests should have more horizontal settings (it has 3, but 4 or 5 would be better). If you're someone like me who sits in front of a computer for 75% of the day, this is a must have! |
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Ronald H anderson from San Jose California
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6/9/2012
junk junk ...overpriced and not worth the money you are sitting on and the hype for all of these chairs is exactly that hype.. do not buy period............... |
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cdc from Seal Beach, CA
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11/10/2009
Worthless Junk This is a very uncomfortable and poorly made chair. Nice to look at, but that is about it! Their is a huge difference between the "loaded" and "basic" model. I thought the basic design had a reclining back....WRONG. This chair is not worth the money. If you are going to spend this type of money you should physically test the chair. I also paid extra for the lumbar support back pad. That was a waste of money. It hurts my back even more! The "loaded" model has the ONLY good back support system. Also, the lumber support is made of cheap rubber. My chair is only ten month old and the lumbar support is tearing on the edge(see photo). I would not recommend this chair to anybody, unless you want to torture someone! |
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Ralph from Palo Alto
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5/5/2009
Good Office Chair This is our second chair. |
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Susan from Huntsville, Alabama
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4/18/2009
I expected more... I'm only 5'4", but find that the chair is too short for the right leg-angle. I will probably need to buy the taller version. |
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