Office Chair Features and Pricing

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What inspired the design of Pli?

The requirement for support in varied working positions and users in a shared space (correct)
The importance of a durable and long-lasting chair
The desire to create a stylish and modern chair
The need for a comfortable office chair

What is a key feature of Pli's seat?

A 4-point seat suspension system (correct)
A 2-point suspension system
A fixed back attachment
A adjustable armrest

What is the purpose of Pli's flexing back attachment?

To allow for adjustable height
To accommodate every user stature (correct)
To enhance aesthetic appeal
To provide lumbar support

What type of spaces is Pli suitable for?

Personal workstations, teaming spaces, and agile environments (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are some color options available for the mesh back of Pli?

Lustre, Mist, Clay, Navy, and Dusk (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who collaborated with the design team to create Clarity?

BMW Group DesignworksUSA (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Three Reads' concept in Clarity's design?

The first impression, second glance, and third read of the product's design (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key highlight of Clarity's design?

Streamlined design (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chair options has a price of $1,170?

O6 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind the Pli task seating portfolio?

To provide distinctive performance and exceptional simplicity of movement (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the chair option that is described as 'Sculpted Minimalism'?

Lyric (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key highlight of the Pli task seating portfolio?

Extended Family & Fit (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the company that offers these chair options?

Allsteel Office (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the inspiration behind the design of the Pli chair option?

How people sit in a work environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of O6's launch?

It marks the first collaboration between LAYER and Allsteel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the optional lumbar support in O6?

To align with the smooth contours of the chair (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of post-consumer recycled polyester used in the mesh back of O6?

20% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of energy for the O6 manufacturing facility?

100% renewable energy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the packaging of O6?

It is 100% recyclable and does not contain any Styrofoam (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the comprehensive family of seating that brings a unified look to an entire space?

Lyric (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the control mechanism shroud of O6?

It is made of wood scrap (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the certification that O6 meets in terms of sustainability?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the height-adjustable arms in O6?

To accommodate wide-ranging preferences and needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the Spectrum mesh back of O6?

It adds vibrancy and style to any setting (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary design principle of the Evo chair?

Inspired by the Golden Ratio (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the mechanism used in Acuity chairs to provide premium ergonomics?

AcuFit (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main material used in the construction of the Evo chair?

Wrapped mesh (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the accent stitching available in Acuity chairs?

To offer a bold statement on task and conference models (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the cushion used in Acuity chairs?

Hybrid seat cushion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of the Acuity chair's design?

It is ergonomically correct and comfortable (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of the Evo chair's contoured frame?

It provides upright back support (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of the Acuity chair's eight-way positioning?

It enables users to type, talk, or work comfortably (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of the seat back and seat cushion in the ergonomic design?

To offer effective support (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following spaces is NOT a suitable application for the executive private office design?

Café (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of adjustability for the ergonomic design?

Accommodates 5th percentile female through 95th percentile male (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used for the jacket options?

Leather (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the market segmentation for the side, guest, and multi-purpose seating?

Winning Assortment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of the Lyric Side chair?

Extended family & fit (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the multi-purpose seating product that features a confident performance design?

Seek (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the color of the polished aluminum base/frame?

Silver (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Superiority in Seating

Allsteel Task Winning Assortment offers six seating options: Pli, Clarity, O6, Lyric, Evo, and Acuity

Pli

Pli task seating portfolio provides distinctive performance and exceptional simplicity of movement
Key features: individual inclusivity, adaptable and responsive, simplicity of movement
Design story: focused on how people sit in a work environment, designed to offer support for varied working positions and users in a shared space
4-point seat suspension creates multi-position support, flexing back attachment accomplishes that
Applications: personal workstations, teaming spaces, agile environments
Statement of line: mesh back colors (5 options), base/frame colors (4 options)

Clarity

Clarity offers a clean, simple design that preserves only the essential elements of form and function
Key features: streamlined design, adapts to your space, instant comfort and support
Design story: designed in collaboration with BMW Group DesignworksUSA, preserves only the essential elements of form and function
Applications: personal workstations, teaming spaces, agile environments
Statement of line: mesh back colors (5 options), base/frame colors (4 options)

O6

O6 offers a clean, simple design that preserves only the essential elements of form and function
Key features: easy ergonomics, sustainable materials and manufacturing
Design story: designed in collaboration with LAYER, preserves only the essential elements of form and function
Applications: touchdown space, progressive spaces, independent workstation
Statement of line: spectrum mesh back and seat colors (12 options), base/frame colors (6 options)

Lyric

Lyric provides a comprehensive family of seating and brings a unified look to your entire space
Key features: wrapped mesh over frame for clean and minimal edging detail, open arms allow for multiple sitting postures and maximum support
Design story: inspired by the Golden Ratio as the basis of design, complements any space and doesn’t compete with architecture
Applications: conference room, private office, collaborative spaces
Statement of line: mesh back colors (5 options), base/frame colors (4 options)

Acuity

Acuity was designed to build an ergonomically correct chair to instantly and comfortably fit every user regardless of body type
Key features: research-based design, acuFit ergonomics, premium aesthetic
Design story: human-centric, research-based design, acuFit weight-activated mechanisms offer premium ergonomics
Applications: executive private office, modern leader spaces, conference room
Statement of line: leather jacket options (5 options), base/frame colors (3 options)

Guest and Multi-Purpose Seating

Allsteel / Gunlocke – Side, Guest and Multi-Purpose Seating offers various options: Lyric Side, Evo Side, Lyric MP, Vicinity MP, LIV, Seek

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This quiz explores the key features and prices of office chairs from Allsteel, including comfort, materiality, and brand considerations.