Herman Miller Furniture
American
No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful, iconic and, one can even say, noblest chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever.
Founded in 1923, Herman Miller was originally known for grand historicist bedroom suites: heavily ornamented wood furniture that appealed to a high-minded, wealthier clientele. The company — named for its chief financial backer — began to suffer in the early 1930s as the Great Depression hit, and D.J. De Pree, the company’s CEO, feared bankruptcy. In 1932, aid came in the form of Gilbert Rohde, a self-taught furniture designer who had traveled widely in Europe, absorbing details of the Art Deco movement and other modernist influences. After persuading De Pree that the growing middle class required smaller, lighter household furnishings, Rohde set a new course for Herman Miller, creating sleek chairs, tables and cabinetry that were the essence of the Streamline Moderne style.
Rohde died suddenly in 1944. The following year, De Pree turned to George Nelson, an architect who had written widely about modern furniture design. Under Nelson’s leadership, Herman Miller would embrace new technologies and materials and audacious biomorphic forms.
Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless — staples of a modernist décor; striking, offbeat notes in traditional environments.
Find a range of vintage Herman Miller office chairs, desks, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Herman Miller
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Eames Molded Fiberglass Side Chair - Black
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
Charles and Ray Eames realized their dream to create a single-shell form over 80 years ago by making their molded chairs of fiberglass. When the environmental risks of that material became known, the Eames Molded...
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1950s Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
Set Of 10 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Designed as part of the iconic Aluminum Group, this low-back, side chair has the same sophisticated, refined aesthetic with extra padding. This authentic Eames Soft Pad Chair is mad...
Category
1950s American Craftsman Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Leather
1 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Table
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Herman Miller Eames 42" aluminum group table.
Charles Eames was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1907. Ray Kaiser Eames was born in Sacramento, California ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
5FT Herman Miller Credenza
By Herman Miller, Geoff Hollington
Located in Pasadena, TX
5ft Herman Miller credenza by Geoff Hollington
Vintage 5 ft Geoff Hollington credenza for Herman Miller. Credenza features 8 small drawers on the sides, and 2 large flat file drawers...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Herman Miller Table or Desk with Knoll Walnut Top
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage dining or conference table or a desk. Beautiful Knoll top made of American Walnut on a Herman Miller aluminum segmented base. We have 8 available.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
Charles and Ray married in 1941 and moved to California where they continued their furniture design work with molding plywood. During the war they were commissioned by the Navy to produce molded plywood splints, stretchers and experimental glider shells. In 1946, Evans Products began producing the Eameses' molded plywood furniture. Their molded plywood chair was called "the chair of the century" by the influential architectural critic Esther McCoy. Soon production was taken over by Herman Miller, Inc .,who continues to produce the furniture in the United States to this day. Another company, Vitra International, manufactures the furniture in Europe. The Eameses continued to create new furniture designs into the 1970s.
1 (1) Herman Miller Eames Fiberglass Arm Shell on Walnut Swivel Bar Stool...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass, Walnut
Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Thus is a Herman Miller Desk designed by George Nelson. It's from Nelson's Action Office Series. It has 2 pull out drawers and a mid drawer. The top is wood and the legs are steel wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Herman Miller Conference/Dining Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a Herman Miller Conference/Dining Table with a rectangular top. The top is made of walnut. The iconic base has legs that are constructed of steel and the feet brushed aluminu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Herman Miller George Nelson & Robert Propst A02 Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a Herman Miller A02 Desk. It was designed by George Nelson and Robert Propst. It has a wood top with steel legs and brush aluminum feet.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Herman Miller Pedestal Base Side Table on Casters
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a pedestal base table on casters made by Herman Miller. This iconic form is one of their most famous designs. The base is all cast aluminum. The top is done in a white lamina...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Molded Fiberglass Side Chair - White
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Charles and Ray Eames realized their dream to create a single-shell form over 80 years ago by making their molded chairs of fiberglass. When the environmental risks of that material became known, the Eames Molded...
Category
1950s Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
Herman Miller Square Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
This Herman Miller Square Table has graceful lines. The cast aluminum pedestal base ends in casters for easy moving. The White laminate top ...
Category
1970s Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller Executive Modular Desk
By Herman Miller, Bruce Burdick
Located in Pasadena, TX
According to the Herman Miller website, Bruce’s first product designed for HM was the “Burdick Group system,” a highly configurable office desk which int...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Time life chair Herman Miller Charles and Ray Eames
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
TimeLife Chair Herman Miller designed by Charles Eames
Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Style: Mid-Century M...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Eames 42" Round Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller Eames Round Table
Herman Miller Round top with walnut finish , the base is anodized in black with aluminum spider attachment. Great in and office or a home setting .
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Laminate
Herman Miller Eames ’ Aluminum Chair
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman miller chairs Aluminium Red Fabric
Vintage Herman Miller Eames ‘EA316’ aluminum chair is a bold yet impressive piece to add to your own lou...
Category
1960s American Other Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
48" Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Granitie Dining Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
48" Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Granite Dining Table. Aluminum and metal Base.
Category
17th Century American Modern Antique Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
One Charles Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group Chair
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
One Charles Eames Herman Miller aluminum group chair
1970s
Charles and Ray Eames aluminum group side chair, EA330 office confe...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
1 3 Piece Landscape Multi Section Sofa by Yves Behar for Herman Miller 6 Pieces
By Herman Miller, Yves Behar
Located in Pasadena, TX
Born in 1967 in Lausanne, Switzerland, Yves Béhar initiated his studies in his hometown. He then moved to the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, where he began working as a lead designer for Frog Design and Lunar Design. He founded his own office, Fuseproject, in San Francisco in 1999. Fuseproject's work is based on the idea of shaping a multidisciplinary laboratory of innovative ideas and sustainable scenarios.
Among Béhar's most representative projects for Herman Miller is Public Office Landscape. This office furniture system completely rethinks the idea of collaboration and flexibility using...
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21st Century and Contemporary Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
U-Shape Burdick Desk for Herman Miller with Floating Table
By Herman Miller, Bruce Burdick
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage U-shaped desk designed by Bruce Burdick for Herman Miller. This enormous desk has three separate surface tops: 84"x 44" glass top, a round onyx top, and a dark granite Geig...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Granite, Aluminum
1 Herman Miller Eames Conference or Dining Table
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Herman Miller Eames 48" conference or dining table.
Charles Eames was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1907. Ray Kaiser Eames was born in Sacramento, Cali...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Dining Table
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
36" Eames for Herman Miller dining table
Laminated top with contract aluminum 4 star base. Great for dining or conference room ...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
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1 Herman Miller Orange Shell Fiberglass RAR Rocker by Eames
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller shell fiberglass rocker
Manufactured in the 1960s-1970s this rocker is one of the most iconic designs from Charles and Ray...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
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Marble Herman Miller Dining Table
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Custom marble Herman Miller table.
36" Cream marble top with the iconic Herman Miller segmented base. Great for dining or small conference a...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
1965 Alexander Girard Side Table by Herman Miller for Braniff Airlines
By Herman Miller, Alexander Girard
Located in Pasadena, TX
1965 Alexander Girard for Braniff airlines granite side table
Alexander Girard was a prominent figure in postwar US design. In a departure from the rather austere Modernist aesth...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
8FT Eames for Herman Miller Executive Series Marble-Top Chrome Base Table
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
This special version of the Eames conference table was created for the "executive market"
Features recently restored signature chrome segmented base with a Carrera marble racetrac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Furniture
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Marble, Chrome
Pair of Red Caper Stacking Chairs by Jeff Weber for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
Caper stacking chair
Designed by Jeff Weber for Herman Miller
Caper’s polypropylene backrest is contoured to fit your back and perforated with holes to al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Herman Miller Furniture
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Plastic
54" Vintage Single Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
54" Vintage single pedestal desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This distinctive desk has two drawers, one of which is a filing drawer along with stainless steel legs. A great d...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Steel
Vintage Alexander Girard Side Chair for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Alexander Girard
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Alexander Girard armchair. The chair is upholstered in a olive color fabric. The classic color tone allow for the armchair to be a g...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Herman Miller Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
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Herman Miller furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Herman Miller furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Herman Miller furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Herman Miller were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles and Ray Eames, Edward Wormley, and Milo Baughman. Prices for Herman Miller furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $9,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,450.
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Questions About Herman Miller Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The style of furniture associated with Herman Miller is mid-century modern. While the manufacturer originally produced bedroom sets in traditional styles, the company eventually changed course, and no other business of its kind did more than Herman Miller to introduce mid-century modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Herman Miller furniture.
- Why is Herman Miller so good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Herman Miller is good due to its long history of producing high-quality and enduring designs. No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. In doing so, Herman Miller produced some of the most beautiful and iconic chairs, sofas, tables and other furniture ever. Some of the pieces the company produced are now emblems of 20th-century American design, including the Eames lounge chair and ottoman and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Coconut chair. Such instantly recognizable furnishings have become timeless staples of modernist decor. Shop a wide range of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- Who is Herman Miller?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Although many modern furnishings bear his name, Herman Miller is not a furniture designer. It is the name of a manufacturer — the business was originally called the Michigan Star Furniture Company and produced bedroom sets in traditional styles. When the company's general manager D.J. De Pree purchased the manufacturer in 1923 with his father-in-law's help, he showed his gratitude by renaming it after his benefactor: Herman Miller. Today, the firm is best known for iconic mid-century modern furniture designed by the likes of George Nelson, Ray and Charles Eames, and others. Herman Miller chairs, tables, storage cabinets and more helped usher in a new era of design characterized by sleek lines, bold colors and luxurious materials.
- What is a Herman Miller chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A Herman Miller chair is a chair produced by the American furniture company Herman Miller.
The firm is best known today for its iconic mid-century modern furniture, which includes a range of armchairs, office chairs and other seating. Vintage Herman Miller chairs such as the Eames lounge chair, the Coconut chair and the Eames Executive chair are widely celebrated by design enthusiasts all over the world, while the Aeron chair, which was created by ergonomics pioneers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick in the 1990s, is the quintessential computer chair and a best seller.
Shop a collection of Herman Miller chairs and other mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Herman Miller is the official retailer and manufacturer of the iconic Eames lounge chairs. Inspired by 19th-century English club chairs, interior design enthusiasts highly covet the distinctive-shaped Eames chair. Shop a collection of vintage Eames chairs and other goods from Herman Miller on 1stDibs.
- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Herman Miller headquarters is located in Zeeland, Michigan. It opened in 1905 as the Star Furniture Company. The public company's stock trades on the NASDAQ exchange under the initials MLKN. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022PostureFit from Herman Miller is a kit available as an accessory for Aeron chairs and stools. Its purpose is to provide extra support at the base of the spine to help encourage better posture. The kit doesn't fit all Aeron chairs, making it important that you carefully read the information about compatible models before making a purchase. Shop a range of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to adjust a Herman Miller chair depends on the model. Over the years, the company's furniture has employed many different mechanisms. Current styles of their well-known Aeron chair have a lever on the right for adjusting the seat height and one on the left that controls the seat tilt. A separate lever allows you to raise and lower the arms. You'll find a collection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The best Herman Miller chair is going to vary by owner. There have been many revered chairs and other seating manufactured by the legendary American furniture company over the years. Chairs by Herman Miller are often alluring in appearance, comfortable, and long-lasting. 1stDibs offers a variety of vintage and new Herman Miller chairs that are contemporary in design and durable.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to replace Herman Miller casters depends on the chair. In most cases, you will need a pipe wrench and an Allen wrench to remove the current casters, and a mallet and a lubricant to install the new wheels. Follow the replacement instructions provided by Herman Miller to ensure best results. Find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To clean a Herman Miller Aeron chair, follow the specific directions provided by the company. Generally, you can use a soft cloth moistened with water and mild dish soap to wipe off the arms, base and frame. Use a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment to remove debris from the upholstery. Shop a range of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Where Herman Miller furniture is made depends on the piece. Up until 2007, a factory in Zeeland, Michigan, produced nearly all of the company's furniture. In 2007, the company acquired a factory in Ningbo, China, and in the early 2010s, they established a manufacturing location in the United Kingdom. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Normally, Herman Miller has two sales each year. The first takes place in the spring, and the second is usually in the fall around the start of shopping for the holiday season. Year-round, other online platforms may offer discounts on Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Herman Miller furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The way to adjust a Herman Miller Aeron chair depends on which part you wish to reposition. To raise or lower the seat, use the paddle-shaped lever found on the right side of the chair. Reach for the lever on the left side to tilt the seat. A lever on the base of the arms controls the arm height, and you can modify the arm angle by pivoting the arm pad. You'll find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Does Herman Miller make clocks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Herman Miller makes clocks. Founded in 1927, the Herman Miller Clock Company specialized in traditional clock design. Today, Herman Miller is known for their mid-century and contemporary style clocks. Browse a selection of Herman Miller’s clocks and furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Herman Miller actually has two sales each year rather than one annual sale. The specific dates of the sales vary. However, most years, the sales take place once in the spring and once in the fall. You may find Herman Miller available for discounted prices on other online platforms year-round. Find a collection of Herman Miller furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024You can buy Herman Miller chairs in a number of ways. The company sells chairs directly through their online store and operates a flagship store in New York City. In addition, Herman Miller makes their chairs available through select authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms. You'll also find a collection of vintage Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022An easy way to identify a Herman Miller chair is to examine the underside of the seat. Many pieces feature a label or medallion that bears the brand name in the correct font or the logo. In addition, Herman Miller chairs come with a certificate of authenticity. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024Yes, there are fake Herman Miller chairs. Because of the brand's popularity, some unscrupulous manufacturers create replicas and try to pass them off as authentic Herman Miller pieces. Others simply borrow elements of the style, producing chairs that look very similar. To identify a real Herman Miller chair, look for a label or medallion that shows the brand's logo or name in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer’s mark can be found under the seat.
On 1stDibs, shop a collection of authentic Herman Miller chairs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Herman Miller chairs are so good for a few reasons. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based Herman Miller Furniture Company fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. Many online reviewers praise how adjustable the maker's desk chairs are, reporting that they are able to fine-tune the position of many parts of the chairs to ensure their comfort. In addition, people point to the quality of both the materials and the construction and state that the chairs hold up to the effects of daily use in home offices and professional workplaces. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Herman Miller chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, the Herman Miller Aeron chair is very comfortable. The chair has many points of adjustability to help ensure comfort. You can tilt, raise and lower the seat height and adjust the tilt and height of the arms.
Manufactured by iconic mid-century brand Herman Miller and codesigned by ergonomics pioneers Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick in 1994, the Aeron is known for its high quality and fully customizable seat height and depth, arms and recline. It's available in three sizes: A, B and C. According to the company, A, with roughly 17 inches between the arms, is ideal for people under five foot four and under 150 pounds; C, with 20.5 inches between the arms, is for those taller than six foot three and weighing up to 300 pounds; while B suits everyone in between. Of course, the right choice comes down to personal preference.
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