With the launch of Cognetic Technology™, a groundbreaking seating innovation envisioned by Aaron DeJule and developed by KI, the landscape of office seating is set for its most significant transformation in decades. This patented innovation harnesses gravity through a three-dimensional orbital motion, allowing the chair to respond naturally to the body’s subtle movements. Gone are the days of adjusting levers and knobs; the technology offers seamless comfort by shifting with your body’s center of gravity in any direction. By steering clear of the traditional limits of back-and-forth or side-to-side motions, these chairs align with your body effortlessly, fostering a state of continuous equilibrium and fluidity.
A creative engine in Chicago’s Fulton Market
KI is a powerhouse in the contract furniture industry, renowned for its approach to human-centered design and its extensive research into how movement can boost performance in workspaces and educational settings. This legacy has found a vibrant new home in KI’s flagship Inspiration Center, nestled in Chicago’s bustling Fulton Market. Designed by Whitney Architects, this space serves as a hub that embodies the company’s dedication to intersecting comfort, focus, and productivity.
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Innovative seating at Design Days
The origin of Cognetic Technology™ is deeply personal. It stems from Aaron DeJule’s journey to alleviate chronic pain following a life-altering accident. Years of research led DeJule to a revelation: rather than forcing the human form to conform to a static chair, seating should move naturally with it. This philosophy gels seamlessly with KI’s tradition of dynamic design, evident in collections like Ruckus and Sway. During Design Days in Chicago, KI unveiled the ‘Flow Chamber’ installation to demonstrate this technology. Attendees reported feeling “cloud-like” as the installation translated their subtle seated movements into an unexpectedly calming experience, reducing physical and mental tension often tied to extended periods of sitting.
Kiaura Collection sets a new benchmark
The debut of the Kiaura Collection™, designed by DeJule, represents the first commercial application of Cognetic Technology™. A complete range of task, conference, and lounge seating that seamlessly adapts to your body’s shifts, treating movement as a core ingredient in seating design. With three-dimensional motion integrated across various seating types — from focused task areas to inviting lounge settings — the Kiaura Collection meets the evolving demands of designers aiming to create top-tier environments. This pioneering endeavor indicates that the future of seating lies not in further adjustments, but in the effortless fluidity of unrestricted movement.
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