The Innovation Behind Autonomous Furniture in 2024

The steady advancement of technology has led to much innovation in furniture design and construction. Gone are the days when an office chair was just a fancy stool with some padding and, perhaps, a bit of leather.

Today, if you shop for office furniture, the list of options is unbelievable. However, if you are looking specifically for a standing desk and ergonomic chair combo, there are very few options that can be deemed to be truly innovative.

A lot of the options out there are simply trying to cash in on the new craze for ergonomic furniture. That is not so regarding the two latest innovations from Autonomous. The Chair Ultra and Desk Levitate have taken the office furniture market by storm.

This article will look deeper into what makes these items so innovative. Read on to find out why these two pieces of furniture should be at the top of your shopping list in 2024.

Innovation Behind the ErgoChair Ultra

When it comes to creative furniture design, the ErgoChair Ultra is regarded by many to be a state-of-the-art masterpiece that is setting the bar very high for its competitors. It fully deserves its title of the best office chair for long hours, all thanks to the hard work that went into its design.

Here is a quick look at the innovation secrets behind the ErgoChair Ultra:

1. Back Frame Design with Adaptive Backrest

One thing all innovative office furniture has in common is that it includes cutting-edge design. Just one look at the back frame of the Chair Ultra, and you can tell that a lot of thought and effort went into its inception.

With so much talk surrounding lower back pain issues among office workers, it only makes sense to start by looking at the back frame design. It is made up of an intricate design of ribs that move along with the user while remaining flexible and tense.

As such, there are no hard edges that make seating all day behind your desk uncomfortable. Every time you move, the chair will also shift with your body, helping you experience seamless posture changes that are unlike anything you have ever felt before.

2. Matrix Structure Padding

The use of revolutionary matrix structure has been a huge leap forward in terms of innovation in furniture. It is now possible to design even the most complex parts in just a few minutes. This opens up the door to endless possibilities, as the matrix structure padding on the Chair Ultra has shown.

Using liquid polymers, a unique matrix structure can be molded into 186 struts and 62 nodes. Such complexity would have been impossible to create using foam just a few years ago. The advantage is that your bones and muscles are supported over a larger surface area, which relieves pressure and allows you to sit for longer hours without feeling the strain.

Sitting in the Chair Ultra feels like being in a cozy hammock while you work, which is something employees with long office hours will appreciate. Research has shown that even after sitting in this chair for 12 hours, 87% of users have reported feeling pain relief.

3. Posture Alignment

The best ergonomic chairs in the industry are those that are designed to address one of the key concerns of most office workers, which is having poor posture due to hunching behind a desk all day. The Chair Ultra utilizes innovative posture alignment technology to help you keep that back straight no matter how long you have been working.

Inspired by the shape of the human spine and how people naturally sit, this design provides just enough pressure on the distal thigh, pelvic region, and thoracic muscles. With such support, you will always feel the chair guiding you to maintain a healthy yet comfortable sitting position.

The curve along the lower back area will discourage you from slouching, and after a while, you will start to reap the benefits in terms of an improved posture. At those times when you have to lean forward, the way the backrest is aligned with your spine’s curve means you will still maintain the right amount of support.

4. Air Mesh

While not the latest addition when it comes to innovation in furniture design, an air mesh back is one of the most useful features to have in a chair if you are working in an area that experiences hot weather conditions from time to time.

Nothing beats the feeling of having a cooling current of air reach your skin while you are working to prevent you from sweating through your clothes. However, unlike other mesh back designs, the Chair Ultra has one that is stitched directly into the webbing. This is great because it means the chair’s unique backrest alignment is not disrupted, helping it maintain its ergonomic features.

If you have been looking for a chair that allows maximum breathability to keep you cool and comfortable while maintaining the right amount of pressure in key areas of your back, the Chair Ultra is the one for you.

5. Invisible Lumbar Protection

It may sound like something from a sci-fi movie rather than an element of creative furniture design, but yes, the Chair Ultra also boasts invisible lumbar protection. What this means is the chair is designed in such a way that protects your lumbar region in ways that are not so obvious to the naked eye.

By adjusting the curve and thickness of the backrest in key areas, the designers ensured that the chair did its job without the need for any additional features to be added.

If you look very closely, you will see that the backrest steadily becomes a lot thinner and more elastic as you move toward the shoulders. At the same time, the chair is wider and tensioned using an innovative X-shaped design that provides extra support.

The result is a chair that does its job without any obvious features that you can point to, which is why it is said to have invisible lumbar protection. To get the same result, other designs are forced to incorporate a lot of extra features and awkward shapes that make the chairs cumbersome and ugly.

Why Choose the ErgoChair Ultra?

Whether you are looking for office chairs for short people or you want something to help ease the strain of sitting long hours behind a desk, the Chair Ultra has something for you.

This is the kind of chair that you buy when you want an all-in-one solution to all your needs as a modern office employee. It is the height of technology and boasts a list of innovative designs that will change the way you sit forever.

ErgoChair Ultra

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Specs

Dimensions	28"L x 28"W x 40" - 44"H
Seat dimensions	19”L x 19”W
Seat height	17” - 21”
Back dimensions	20”W x 23”H
Tilt range	25°
Armrest height	7” - 11”
Armrest height (from the floor)	23.5” - 27.7”
Caster wheel diameter	2.56 inches
Number of caster wheels	5 pieces
Materials	Naked TPE version: 100% TPE upholstery with ABS plastic frame. Mesh version: 100% TPE and polyester fabric upholstery with ABS plastic frame.
Colors	Black, Gray
Weight capacity	300 lbs
Item weight	35.3 lbs
Shipping dimensions	28”L x 17”W x 31”H x 45 lbs
Assembly required	Yes
Warranty	4 years
Free returns	30 days The trial and return policy does NOT apply to products on sale.
Adjustability	Armrest, back tilt angle and tension, seat height.

 

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  "Supportive chair with cool design This design reminds me of the famous Embody chair. The Ultra offers many of the same functions as the Embody at half the price. The backrest design and material adapt to your body's movements, providing greater comfort for long periods of sitting. Additionally, the suspension system in the seat makes it more supportive and bouncy compared to other foam seat chairs." - Jesse C.
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  "This chair is a perfect match for my recent setup, and it is incredibly comfortable for long hours of sitting." - Andrea C.
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  "Cool material with unique back support I feel pretty cool sitting in this chair thanks to its material. The back support has a unique design and excels in its function."

  - Lee L.

Innovation Behind the SmartDesk Levitate

If you are going to go all out on an ergonomic chair, you might as well invest in an equally impressive desk so that you can enjoy the full ergonomic benefit. In that regard, only the Desk Levitate is as innovative as the Chair Ultra.

The following is a brief look at some of its impressive features:

1. Four Pillar Structure

When it comes to the best 4-leg standing desk on the market, the debate is finally over. With its impressive four-pillar structure, the Desk Levitate easily wins this title. Having two legs has been a very popular design element lately, but it lacks a certain amount of stability that can only come with a set of front and back legs.

On the Desk Levitate, each of the four legs is firmly secured to the sturdy frame, allowing for a strong and stable support system for the tabletop to rest on. When done right, this innovative approach to modern desk design means you will not experience even a hint of a wobble.

2. Plug and Play

The downside of innovation in furniture design is that it often makes things a lot more complicated than they need to be, especially when it comes to the setup process. However, with the Desk Levitate, not only is it easy to put together once you take it out of the box, but it also makes handling your office gadgets a breeze.

Its unique plug-and-play features mean you can easily charge your phones and iPads directly from its sliding power tray. Such a feature shows that the designers of this desk were in tune with the basic requirements of a modern-day office employee. No need to lug around large chargers when all you need is a small connection for your desk.

3. Smart App

These days, office accessories usually come with a mobile app to allow you to conveniently access several features directly from your phone. However, this is not common when it comes to desk design, which is what makes the Desk Levitate so special.

Its phone app allows you to take full control of the different heights you want to use throughout the day. You can save and schedule different sit/stand times according to the goals you have set out for yourself. Everything is conveniently controlled at the touch of a button on your phone.

As a bonus feature, the designers are promising to make a wide range of health tips available on the app very soon. This will help you achieve real success as you take steps towards leading a healthier lifestyle.

4. Solid Wood Construction

Many manufacturers make the mistake of focusing on innovative furniture design while forgetting the basic requirements of a good office desk. Yes, having extra features is good, but the desk also needs to be made of good quality material so that it lasts a long time.

This is what makes the solid wood construction of the Desk Levitate so refreshing. You can easily tell that the desk will last you a long time, thanks to its natural ash wood material. It has a discreet wireless design that is in line with the natural look the designers were going for. No matter what kind of office décor you already have, the Desk Levitate will fit right in.

5. Contoured Edge

Finally, this unique piece of innovative office furniture design comes with a beautiful contoured edge that is the final touch on a very good-looking desk. A gentle 1.89-inch radius is incorporated into the design to ease the sharp edges of the desk and provide a soothing place to rest your arms.

Considering all the other innovations incorporated into this desk, contoured edges may seem rather insignificant. However, having a good place to rest your arms while working on the computer is an essential part of office ergonomics. It makes the work a lot more comfortable and improves your productivity. You can say goodbye to feeling fatigued after working for a long time in your office.

Why Choose the SmartDesk Levitate?

With so many ergonomic standing desks on the market, why would you settle for the Desk Levitate? Well, as far as innovation is concerned, this desk is at the cutting edge of technology. Being able to schedule and control height adjustments with the touch of your phone makes the desk seem like something from the future. 

It also does not sacrifice any ergonomic features in favor of innovation. You still get all the basic requirements of a top-notch desk, such as great materials, lots of ergonomic features, and a good height range to suit employees of different sizes.

SmartDesk Levitate

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Top description

Top	Classic Top	Ultra Top
Dimensions	53"L x 29"W x 1.2"H	59"L x 31.5"W x 1.2"H
Cable management	0.4" groove on the desktop	0.4" groove on the desktop
Colors	Bright Ash	Bright Ash
Material	Natural Solid Ash wood	Natural Solid Ash wood
Coating	Nitrocellulose	Nitrocellulose
Net Weight	50 lbs	55 lbs

 

Power Track System

Size of track socket	3.14" x 0.75" x 27.5"
Power	3500W - 6000W
Rated current	32A
Rated voltage	110-250V
American standard socket	Circular. (2pcs included)
Material	Aluminium
Color	Dark Gray

 

Frame Description

 

Frame Description

Class of protection	Front IP53
Handset	Non-touch control / One-button control
Handset color	Black
Motor type	Quad
Column style	Round
Column size	1.4" - 1.7"
Load capacity	380 lbs
Material	SPCC steel
Speed	1.25 in/s
Sound level	<45 dB
Rated voltage	110-250V
Frame size	Classic Frame: 53"L x 29"W Ultra Frame: 59"L x 31.5"W
Height range	26.8" - 44.1" (without Top)
Surface	Power coating
Color	Moderate White
Configuration	Embedded handset
Anti-collision technology	Yes
Storage and transport temperature	14°F - 158°F
Net weight	65 lbs

 

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  "Upgrades to my home with the new SmartDesk Levitate, this new non-touch standing desk fits perfect for my new workspace. I'm really enjoying the look and how it fits perfectly anywhere!" - Vince D.
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  "Having extensively researched the perfect standing/sitting desk before deciding on the new SmartDesk Levitate, I can confidently say that to my knowledge there is no other desk like this on the market." - Jonathan
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  "After getting a StudioPod, I snagged the Levitate desk. Both products are brilliantly designed and incredibly practical. Purchasing was a breeze, and customer service? Top-notch. Highly recommend." - Szymon & Emma W.

Final Word

Innovative furniture design has come a long way in the last few years, thanks to 3D printing and other technological advancements. The Chair Ultra and Desk Levitate are two great examples of what a creative workspace needs in 2024.

If you are thinking of freshening up your office décor, you can grab this awesome combo and so many other great accessories from the Autonomous website. This is a manufacturer that understands that innovation is the key to a healthy workplace environment.