Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Handcrafted Ergonomic Chairs for Unmatched Comfort
Klein Design has been crafting ergonomic furniture since 1975, combining German Bauhaus principles with Scandinavian design aesthetics. Our chairs are engineered for active relaxation, featuring contoured steel frames and customizable upholstery to support healthy posture. We use sustainably sourced hardwoods and domestically woven fabrics to ensure durability and comfort. With decades of customer feedback, we refine our designs to maintain optimal body support and adaptability. Our manufacturing process allows for personalized measurements and material choices, ensuring each piece meets individual needs.Located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, we build every chair locally using domestic materials whenever possible. Our commitment to quality is reflected in minimal returns and generations of repeat customers. The FlipFlop recliner exemplifies our innovation, offering zero-gravity positioning for spinal relief. We maintain transparency in our construction methods and material sourcing, prioritizing both functionality and accessibility. Our team continues to evolve the original Brigger chair concept while preserving its core comfort principles.
Services
Ergonomic Chairs
Custom Upholstery
Active Sitting Design
Modular Furniture
Zero-Gravity Recliners
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of ergonomic furniture design expertise
- Our chairs use sustainably sourced Northeast hardwoods and USA-woven fabrics
- Patented active sitting technology promotes healthy posture
- Customizable measurements ensure perfect fit for individual bodies
- Locally manufactured in Gloucester, Massachusetts since 1975
What people say
Perfect posture support
Lasts decades
Customizable fit
Timeless design
Easy reupholstering
Services
Ergonomic Chairs
Our ergonomic chairs feature contoured steel frames and reinforced fabric slings that adapt to body movements. The design promotes active sitting through gentle motion while maintaining proper spinal alignment. Each chair combines solid hardwood construction with customizable cushioning for personalized support.
Custom Upholstery
We offer extensive upholstery choices including natural linen-cotton blends and synthetic materials. Customers can select from various wood stains and fabric colors to match interior spaces. The modular design allows easy reupholstering for long-term use.
Active Sitting Design
Our active sitting technology encourages micro-movements that improve circulation and reduce muscle fatigue. The chairs' balanced tension system supports dynamic posture adjustments while maintaining ergonomic alignment for extended sitting periods.
Modular Furniture
Modular construction enables disassembly for easy relocation and customization during manufacturing. Components can be adapted to individual body measurements and preferred sitting positions while maintaining structural integrity.
Zero-Gravity Recliners
The FlipFlop recliner transitions between upright and near-horizontal positions using foot-activated motion. This zero-gravity positioning redistributes spinal pressure while maintaining ergonomic support through reinforced backrests and adjustable headrests.
People
Brigitte Klein
Co-Founder
Co-founded Klein Design in 1975 with her husband Gerhart. Created the original Brigger chair prototype that evolved into today's ergonomic seating line. Her design philosophy combines Bauhaus principles with functional comfort.
Gerhart Klein
Co-Founder
Co-created the first Brigger chair with his wife Brigitte. Instrumental in developing the bentwood construction techniques that define Klein Design's signature style. Maintained focus on ergonomic innovation until passing leadership to the next generation.
Questions
How do Klein Design chairs support ergonomic posture?
Our chairs use contoured steel frames and reinforced fabric slings that adapt to body movements while maintaining proper spinal alignment through active sitting technology.
Can I customize my chair's dimensions?
Yes, we offer personalized measurements during manufacturing to ensure optimal fit for individual body types and sitting preferences.
What materials are used in construction?
We use sustainably sourced Northeast hardwoods, steel frames, and domestically woven linen-cotton fabric with urethane foam cushions.
How does the FlipFlop recliner work?
Foot-activated mechanism transitions between upright and near-horizontal positions, redistributing spinal pressure while maintaining ergonomic support through adjustable headrests.
Is reupholstering possible after years of use?
Yes, modular construction allows easy replacement of fabric components while preserving the chair's structural integrity.
