MultiGeneration by Knoll® Stacking Base Ergonomic Side Chair

MultiGeneration by Knoll® encourages collaboration with a responsive, open design that supports multiple postures and a diversity of people in shared, team and large group environments. MultiGeneration encourages natural movement, allowing us to focus, interact and communicate more effectively.

Open design

The full, curved back allows for upper body movement and supports the lower back for upright, interactive postures, while a gently contoured seat with rounded corners and a cantilevered arm design lets you shift positions easily. The arms feature contoured arm pads to lean against when side sitting.

Passive flex

The flexing shell of the seat provides comfort and promotes natural movement without the need for a mechanism.

Performance back

The back of the chair, while visually simple, is designed for performance. The perforated back makes the chair more breathable than typical shell chairs. The rolled top edge serves as an armrest for side sitting and a handle for easy transport.

Versatile accessories

MultiGeneration by Knoll with the Stacking Base is available with a collection of accessories to make it a side chair for every setting. Optional tablet arm and book basket are ideal for training rooms and educational settings. Ganging mechanisms and the stacking dolly make setting up and breaking down assembly spaces simple and efficient.

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Product story

“We fidget to focus.” This, according to Formway Senior designer, was the central thesis that informed MultiGeneration by Knoll®. Contrary to popular assumption, foot-tapping, pen-twirling and position-shifting actually help people stay engaged.

Therefore, each member of the MultiGeneration by Knoll family, which has continued to grow over the last 5 years, is designed to allow for and encourage movement, while still providing adequate support. The shape and material of the shell give the chairs a buoyancy that prevents the user from feeling “locked in” while the arm and leg positions allow for 270 degrees of movement.

The MultiGeneration family offerns side chairs, light task chairs, high task chairs and stools, each with the consideration and ergonomics of a standalone seating solution.

Formway

Founded in 1956, New Zealand-based Formway has been designing furniture for more than five decades. In 1979 the company redefined itself, developing a new identity and philosophy that focused on team-based design and extensive research. Formway’s designs are informed by insight gained through the observation and consideration of human behavior. Their user-centered approach marries a rigorous design process, an aesthetic sensitivity, and a passion for the environment.

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Construction and Details

OPEN DESIGN Allows for 270° sitting, perfect for collaborative, group environments
PASSIVE FLEX Encourages natural movement, helping with energy and focus
PERFORATED BACK Provides airflow and coordinates with Generation by Knoll® family of chairs
ROLLED TOP EDGE Serves as armrest when side sitting, or handle for transporting
STACKING BASE Stacks 6-high on the ground, 10-high with optional dolly
OPTIONAL SEAT PAD
OPTIONAL TABLET ARM AND BOOK BASKET

Sustainable Design

Learn more about MultiGeneration by Knoll Stacking Base product certifications and materials at Ecomedes.

Dimensions

Stacking Base

	w	d	h	seat h	arm h
with Fixed Arms	25.6"	21.4"	33.6"	17.3"	26.8"
Armless	21.6"	21.4"	33.6"	17.3"
Book Basket	11.5"	11.8"	6.7"
Tablet Arm	14.5"	21"	.5"
Stacking Dolly w/out chairs	19.7"	43.8"	27.1"
Stacking Dolly w/ 10 chairs			53.5"
6 Chairs stacked on floor			41.8"