Introducing the Karman Office Chair by Steelcase

29 Sept 2021
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Coming Summer 2022. The Steelcase Karman™ delivers industry-leading comfort, ergonomics, and sustainability in an entirely new way.

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You only notice ergonomics when you’re uncomfortable.

As the world spent countless hours on video calls throughout the pandemic, sitting in chairs of various quality, the Steelcase Design Studio already recognised it was time to create the next generation of ergonomic chairs.

People were working in new ways before the crisis, and as people became more aware of the need for comfort, the Steelcase team understood they needed to create a new kind of chair.

Steelcase Karman goes beyond leading mesh chairs with 21st-century aesthetics that naturally respond to a body’s movement, delivering ergonomic industry-leading comfort, and sustainability.

Beyond Mesh.

Steelcase Karman’s patented hybrid seat is unlike any other. The suspension seat with integrated cushioning provides maximum comfort for as long as you sit. The ultra-light frame flexes to eliminate painful pressure points common in other mesh chairs.

A one-of-a-kind patented hybrid seat with integrated cushioning provides maximum comfort for as long as you sit – never sinks, never stiff like other mesh chairs.

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Beyond Comfort.

Steelcase Karman offers unparalleled comfort with these key comfort features.

Patented Hybrid Seat
The suspension seat with integrated cushioning provides maximum comfort for as long as you sit.

Organic Movement
A weight-activated mechanism responds automatically to your body as you sit and change postures in every direction.

Comfort Edge
The ultra-light frame flexes to eliminate hard edges and pressure points on your legs and body.

Comfort Dial
The comfort dial supports four recline positions letting you dial in the right level of resistance against your back as you recline.

4D Arms
Fully adjustable armrests raise up and down, pivot in and out, and shift in all directions letting your arms and shoulders fall naturally into place.

LiveBack
LiveBack technology balances body weight, supporting your back and spine while providing responsive, personalized comfort and fit.

Lumbar Support
Optional lumbar support allows you to customize the support for your lumbar region.

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