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Variable™ Monochrome
Peter Opsvik, 2024
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A colorful homage to the original kneeling chair. Variable™ Monochrome features seamless transitions from wood to upholstery enhancing the chair’s iconic shape. Add a pop of color to elevate your space, while still enjoying the remarkable sitting experience of the original Variable™.
In stock. Delivery time 5-14 days.
The ultimate home office companion
Designed to enhance your sense of wellbeing while seated, Variable™ is an ideal companion for work and study sessions, or whenever you need to stay seated for longer periods of time. It follows your body’s natural movements, and allows you to switch between kneeling and more traditional postures. Based on the balans® concept, its tilted seat relieves pressure on the lower back and reduces tension in the neck and shoulders. Variable™ is free from mechanical adjustment parts, making it intuitive to use, lightweight and easy to move around.
Discover a new way of sitting with Variable™
The curved runners of the kneeling chair allow for gentle rocking motions, while the tilted seat enables an open hip angle. This allows the spine to adopt the natural curve it has when we stand upright, also while seated. The two cushions beneath the seat can be used to rest your shins, one foot, both or neither, by placing both feet on the ground. With its minimalist design, the chair invites the whole body to move and every shift of weight will provide movement to a new angle. Variable™ promotes an active way of sitting, so vary positions frequently throughout the day and have fun with it. Lean forward, stretch out, and let the chair follow your body's natural movements.
Variable™ promotes subtle movements while seated, where the kneeling posture is just one of many. Read on to discover the ergonomic benefits of the original kneeling chair.
Dimensions
Chair Dimensions:
W 52 cm x D 72 cm x H 51 cm
Seat Height:
50 cm
Box Dimensions:
H 10,5 cm x L 73,2 cm x W 54 cm
Weight incl box:
6,3 kg
Materials
Variable™ is made from beech plywood. The plywood is treated through an iterative molding process where several veneer layers are combined and glued. Through the application of combined heat and pressure, the layers are given their characteristic shape. All wooden parts are flexible and strong, ensuring a sitting experience that is never static. For a beautiful and durable finish, our plywood is covered with an ash top veneer, manually sanded and coated with water-based lacquers.
Variable™ Monochrome is upholstered in ONE from Fidivi. ONE is a knitted textile made from 100% recycled polyester, obtained entirely from post-consumer plastic waste. The textile is made in Italy and is OEKO-tex certified and also complies to the Global Recycled Standard. The textile is soft to touch and has a slight shine to it. With 100.000 Martindale, the textile is durable and fit to meet the demands of everyday life.
Suitable for
- Can be used with standard tabletops ranging from approximately 71 cm to 76 cm
- Tested for use by individuals up to 110 kg
- Suitable for individuals between 150 cm and 205 cm
Please note that these are general guidelines. Every body is unique. Differences in height, proportions, and sitting preferences mean that comfort can feel different from person to person. Our chairs are thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of bodies and preferences, with the aim of everyone finding their own comfortable way to sit.
Assembly instructions
A lasting choice with gentle impact
Don’t let the vibrant colors fool you. Variable™ Monochrome is upholstered in a knitted textile made from 100% recycled polyester, obtained entirely from post-consumer plastic waste. The textile is made in Italy and is OEKO-tex certified. The wooden runners are made of beech and ash plywood, treated with a water based lacquer for a beautiful finish. Most importantly, Variable™ is made to last, constructed with carefully chosen materials that are fit to endure the demands of everyday life. We are happy to offer a 10-year guarantee on Variable™ Monochrome.
Peter Opsvik
Peter Opsvik (1939 - 2024) was a Norwegian industrial designer, and stands as one of the most influential figures in ergonomic design. Throughout his career, much of which was spent as a freelance industrial designer, Opsvik shaped the way we think about comfort and functionality. Opsvik's philosophy and design approach are integral to the Varier identity, and we continue to maintain a close collaboration with his team, working with one commitment - to reimagine the way we sit.
Not ready to give up backrests just yet? Discover Variable™ Plus Monochrome
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