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World LM, the streamlined edition of the original World, offers the same groundbreaking tri-panel mesh backrest and weight-sensitive recline for effortless ergonomic support. With fewer parts and a focus on simplicity, and delivers exceptional comfort and performance without compromise—now with the added option of a sculpted foam seat upholstered in a select range of textiles.
• All-mesh or upholstered design fits beautifully into any environment.Work-From-Home Exclusive
World LM, the streamlined edition of the original World, offers the same groundbreaking tri-panel mesh backrest and weight-sensitive recline for effortless ergonomic support. With fewer parts and a focus on simplicity, and delivers exceptional comfort and performance without compromise—now with the added option of a sculpted foam seat upholstered in a select range of textiles.
• All-mesh or upholstered design fits beautifully into any environment.World LM, the streamlined edition of the original World, offers the same groundbreaking tri-panel mesh backrest and weight-sensitive recline for effortless ergonomic support. With fewer parts and a focus on simplicity, and delivers exceptional comfort and performance without compromise—now with the added option of a sculpted foam seat upholstered in a select range of textiles.
• All-mesh or upholstered design fits beautifully into any environment.ABOUT THE DESIGN
Niels Diffrient designed Diffrient World to offer ease of use and effortless functionality. With weight-sensitive recline that adjusts automatically and armrests that are attached to the back of the chair so they move with the user for ergonomic comfort, Diffrient World provides custom comfort for every sitter. A high quality, affordable task chair with minimal parts, Diffrient World was built with longevity in mind and will look as good in ten years as it does today.
Please inquire with your local Humanscale office for product availability.
Chair Width: 25.75” Arms
Base Size: 25”
Seat Height Range: 15.6” – 20.75”
Recline Range: 17° recline + 8° backrest tilt
Chair Weight: 27 lbs arms
Weight Capacity: up to 400 lbs
Stackable: No
Niels Diffrient's designs are grounded in the philosophy that form follows function. His work has spanned generations, consistently looking past trends to reinvent the tools we use for daily living.
With an academic foundation in design and architecture and a degree from Cranbrook Academy, Diffrient channels his knowledge of engineering, architecture, and human factors into the creation of highly functional and aesthetically timeless designs.
From his early work with the studios of Eero Saarinen, Marco Zanuso, and Henry Dreyfuss to his current work with Humanscale, Diffrient's visionary talent has been widely recognized. Included among his many honors are the 2002 National Design Award from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, and the 1999 Chrysler Design Award. In recent years, Diffrient had focused his energies on designs for the office environment, particularly seating — a category in which he has pioneered numerous breakthroughs, from pneumatic cylinders for seat height adjustment to weight-activated automatic recline.
Niels Diffrient's designs are grounded in the philosophy that form follows function. His work has spanned generations, consistently looking past trends to reinvent the tools we use for daily living.
With an academic foundation in design and architecture and a degree from Cranbrook Academy, Diffrient channels his knowledge of engineering, architecture, and human factors into the creation of highly functional and aesthetically timeless designs.
From his early work with the studios of Eero Saarinen, Marco Zanuso, and Henry Dreyfuss to his current work with Humanscale, Diffrient's visionary talent has been widely recognized. Included among his many honors are the 2002 National Design Award from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, and the 1999 Chrysler Design Award. In recent years, Diffrient had focused his energies on designs for the office environment, particularly seating — a category in which he has pioneered numerous breakthroughs, from pneumatic cylinders for seat height adjustment to weight-activated automatic recline.