SETTING THE STANDARDErgonomics is what we do best.

For decades, we’ve studied how people move, sit, and work. Rooted in research and human-centered design, our solutions support comfort and well-being—because people are at the center of everything we do.

The case for everyday ergonomics.

Your body and mind work together. The right comfort supports both.

Focus

Proper support reduces discomfort, freeing your focus for the work that matters.

 

Clear Thinking

Mental clarity supports sharper reasoning, better decisions, and sustained attention.

 

Comfort

When discomfort fades, it’s easier to stay present and engaged in your work.

 

Serious about ergonomics. Always.

You don’t need to be an ergonomist to appreciate comfort—but it helps to have one on staff. Meet Dr. Teresa Bellingar, Haworth’s in-house ergonomist. Her work focuses on researching, developing, and testing our designs to ensure each solution meets the highest standards for comfort and well-being.

Dr. Teresa’s work brings ergonomics to life—making research meaningful for everyday work.

Whether it’s inspiring work-from-home setups or teaching Pilates, I’m passionate about helping people feel better through ergonomics.

— DR. TERESA

Shop our in-house ergonomist’s top picks.

Tested across chairs and postures. Fern leads.

The data proves the point.

The data proves the point.

In a third-party comfort study, Fern ranked highest for overall comfort and support. During testing, participants sat in four different chairs and moved through five common postures, reporting their perceived comfort in each position. Pressure mapping then revealed where users experienced the most—and least—discomfort.


The results show Fern delivers balanced, responsive support across postures, helping reduce pressure and improve comfort throughout the day.

In a third-party comfort study, Fern ranked highest for overall comfort and support. During testing, participants sat in four different chairs and moved through five common postures, reporting their perceived comfort in each position. Pressure mapping then revealed where users experienced the most—and least—discomfort.


The results show Fern delivers balanced, responsive support across postures, helping reduce pressure and improve comfort throughout the day.

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Designed for dynamic posture.

Ergonomic seating supports healthy posture by responding to how you sit and move. With proper lumbar support and flexible comfort, your body learns what good alignment feels like—helping reduce discomfort and support long-term well-being.

Ergonomic seating supports healthy posture by responding to how you sit and move. With proper lumbar support and flexible comfort, your body learns what good alignment feels like—helping reduce discomfort and support long-term well-being.

ERGONOMICS TIP NO. 1

Visual Alignment

  1. Center yourself in front of your monitor to support balanced posture and reduce strain.
  2. Place your screen about an arm’s length away at eye level to keep your head upright and neutral.
  3. Use task lighting at your workstation to help minimize eye strain.

ERGONOMICS TIP NO. 2

Upper-Body Support

  1. Keep frequently used items within easy reach to reduce strain throughout the day.
  2. Let your elbows stay close to your body, with your upper arms hanging naturally at your sides.
  3. Maintain an elbow angle between 70° and 120°, keeping wrists straight and relaxed.
  4. Adjust desk height to support your forearms, helping prevent shoulder lift or uneven leaning.

ERGONOMICS TIP NO. 3

Balanced Posture

  1. Choose a chair that supports multiple postures—upright, reclined, and forward-leaning—to encourage movement throughout the day.
  2. Maintain a torso-to-thigh angle of 90° or greater to support natural alignment when seated.
  3. Adjust armrests so they don’t prevent you from getting close to your work surface.
  4. Ensure clear space beneath your desk so legs can move freely without contact or restriction.
  5. Keep the area around your feet unobstructed to allow natural movement and position changes.
  6. Rest your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest to support stability and comfort.

ERGONOMICS TIP NO. 4

More Movement

  1. Use a height-adjustable surface to move easily between sitting and standing throughout the day.
  2. Start with short standing intervals and gradually increase time as your body adapts.
  3. Change postures and take steps regularly—small movements add up over the course of the day.
  4. Keep floor space clear so you can shift positions and move freely.