“The kneeling chair was the first ergonomic chair, designed in 1979. This was the beginning of modern ergonomic seating. It became the standard. It was a revolutionary way to sit,” says Ed Maino, creator of the Variable Balance (or kneeling) Chair. Ed, President of Varier USA, explains how the “chair started a revolution in modern thinking of chair design and the concept has found its way into many modern designs.” The kneeling chair dismissed the Victorian notion of sitting upright and having good posture. Studies have found that a tilted position allows the body to be in a more natural and stress-free position. Maino’s Variable Balance Chair has found its way into many offices, including Google and Apple, as well as being the seat of choice for adult cartoon star
Lisa Simpson. Since the ‘70s, Varier has grown and offers many options, based on the premise that “active seating improves circulation and oxygen levels, boosting your energy, your concentration and your overall well-being.” Ed is already ahead of the game.
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