A high-quality ergonomic chair is not a luxury – it is an investment in health. Good models can be adapted to your body size, sitting habits, and work situation.

• ✔ Seat height adjustment – for the correct leg position
• ✔ Synchronous mechanism – backrest and seat dynamically follow your movements
• ✔ Backrest with lumbar support – supports the lower back
• ✔ Depth-adjustable seat – for smaller or taller individuals
• ✔ Armrests adjustable in height, depth & width – relieve shoulder and neck
• ✔ Breathable material – prevents heat build-up

An ergonomic chair not only supports your posture but also promotes movement while sitting. The goal: keep your muscles active and simultaneously reduce pressure on the spine and intervertebral discs.

✔ Sitting position with pelvis against the backrest – no "slouching" ✔ Upper and lower legs at a 90° angle ✔ Feet flat on the floor (use footrest if necessary) ✔ Forearms relaxed at a 90° angle on the table or armrests ✔ Backrest slightly reclined (90–110°), to relieve back muscles ✔ Screen max. 600 mm away, at eye level

A good desk is more than just a surface with legs

It is the foundation for focused, healthy, and productive work – and should adapt to you, not the other way around.

Classic desks with a fixed height (usually around 720 mm) are inexpensive, but problematic from an ergonomic perspective.

The table legs can be fixed to a specific height (usually between 650–850 mm) during assembly or modification.

Good for:

• Workplaces with a one-time adaptation to body height
• Long-term use by one person
• Cheaper than adjustable variants

Important: No spontaneous adjustment, no switching between sitting & standing

These models allow for spontaneous switching between sitting and standing positions – perfect for healthy work in everyday life. They come in three technical versions:

• Pneumatic (gas spring)

  • Works without electricity
  • Ideal for small work surfaces or mobile laptop tables
  • Limited load capacity – not suitable for heavy monitors

• Mechanical (crank)

  • Height adjustment via hand crank (approx. 650–1250 mm)
  • More affordable than electric models
  • Requires effort, less comfortable with frequent use
  • Rarely available, usually only by request

• Electric

  • Continuously adjustable at the push of a button
  • Often with memory function for stored heights
  • Perfect for daily switching between sitting & standing
  • Especially suitable for open-plan offices & flexible workstations

A well-designed desk is stable, adaptable, and durable. Not only the function is important, but also the interaction with the chair, monitor, and light.

You should pay attention to:

• Height adjustment: min. 650 – 1250 mm range for standing desks
• Tabletop size: min. 160 × 80 cm for sufficient freedom of movement
• Stable stand – wobble-free even at maximum height
• Cable management – concealed cable routing, optionally with a technical flap
• Material & surface – durable, glare-free, scratch-resistant
• Shapes & expandability – e.g. rectangular, 90° angle, or combinable freestanding

• Height adjustment runs smoothly & evenly
• Surface feels high-quality (melamine resin or linoleum coated)
• Frame appears solid – no thin-walled frames
• No wobbling when leaning heavily at any height
• Optional: Memory function for height profiles (electric)

Storage – underestimated, yet crucial

An organized workplace creates clarity of mind. However, in modern offices, storage space is often scarce – or simply poorly planned. The result: desks overflow, cables get tangled, documents disappear into oblivion.

• Unnecessary clutter on the work surface
• Important documents not readily accessible
• Technical devices without a fixed place
• Visual clutter that disturbs concentration

• Digital filing replaces binders
• Flexible workspaces (desk-sharing) require mobile, personal storage
• Home office & mobile work make large filing cabinets obsolete
• New Work concepts rely on open, airy spaces – too much storage often appears outdated and unused

• What really needs to be readily available daily?
• What can be moved to a central archive / digitized?
• Do multiple people work at one spot?
• Are there personal items that need to be secured (e.g., tech, medications)?

• Dimensions & Volume – does it fit under the desk and is there enough space?
• Lockability – for sensitive documents or devices
• Drawer organization – e.g., shallow for office supplies, deep for hanging files
• Castors – for mobility, e.g., for desk-sharing or cleaning
• Material & Design – robust, scratch-resistant, aesthetically matching the desk
• Soft-close & pull-out depth – for quiet, full opening

Office Lighting – More Than Just Brightness

Light influences far more than just sight: It directly impacts concentration, mood, health, and performance. Yet, office lighting is often planned with the motto "as long as it's bright" – and this takes its toll in everyday life.

• Glare & reflections on the monitor or paper
• Too little light on dark workdays or in north-facing rooms
• Incorrect light color – too cold feels uncomfortable, too warm makes you tired
• Inflexible lighting for changing tasks or users
• No zone lighting, e.g., for concentrated screen work

• Headaches & burning eyes
• Poor posture due to constant readjustment of the viewing angle
• Rapid fatigue & lack of concentration
• Discomfort & irritability due to disharmonious lighting environment

1. Light intensity (Lux):
   – Screen work: min. 500 Lux directly at the workstation
   – Meetings, reception: approx. 300–500 Lux
   – Fine assembly / CAD: up to 1000 Lux
2. Light color (Kelvin):
   – 4000–5000 K (neutral white) for concentrated work
   – 2700–3000 K (warm white) for relaxed zones (e.g., lounge)
3. Glare-free & beam angle:
   – No direct light cones in the field of view
   – Glare-free diffusers & uniform illumination are essential
4. Combination of general & zone lighting:
   – Ceiling spotlights or grid luminaires as basic lighting
   – Desk lamps with direct control for flexibility

Noise in the Office – An Underestimated Burden

In open-plan offices, shared rooms, or areas with a lot of communication, noise is one of the biggest productivity killers. What many underestimate: Even at 45 dB (about a quiet conversation), concentration decreases – persistently disturbing noise can lead to stress, headaches, bad mood, and even illness.

• Phone calls & background conversations
• Keyboard clatter & mouse clicks
• Printers, coffee machines, or technical devices
• Reverberation due to smooth surfaces & empty walls

Office noise is often not "loud," but rather constant and uncontrollable. That's precisely what makes it so exhausting:

• It distracts – the brain constantly jumps between stimuli
• It increases heart rate & cortisol levels – even with supposedly quiet background noise
• It prevents deep work & creative concentration
• It strains the team atmosphere – e.g., through annoyed questions or restlessness

Good acoustic elements absorb sound without overwhelming the room. The combination of correct placement, suitable material, and clear objective is important: reduction of reverberation, shielding of conversations, or structuring open spaces.

Important: Not every "sound-absorbing" furniture is acoustically efficient – material density, surface structure, and position are crucial.

• Absorber class (A = highest effectiveness)
• Placement: as close as possible to the noise source or reflective surface
• Material: sound-absorbing felt, foam, textile, or PET fibers
• Design: integrates into furnishings, visually calming
• Function: permanently mounted, freestanding, or mobile?