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Liberty Task
Liberty Task
Liberty Task
Liberty Task
Liberty Task
Liberty Task

Liberty Task

designed by Niels Diffrient

MODELS START AT  $1342*

A world-class ergonomic task chair with minimalist charms, Liberty projects versatility in both style and function. A form-sensing mesh back supports your unique pressure points while encouraging freedom of movement.

• Liberty's sharp aesthetic compliments any space it’s in, featuring lined, tri-panel mesh that looks as good as it feels.
• Hands-free recline moves with you to offer constant lumbar protection in any position.
• Net Positive certification means every Liberty sold actively helps to reverse climate damage.
• Liberty is yours with a 15-year, 24/7 warranty.
Liberty Task

designed by Niels Diffrient

MODELS START AT  $1342*

A world-class ergonomic task chair with minimalist charms, Liberty projects versatility in both style and function. A form-sensing mesh back supports your unique pressure points while encouraging freedom of movement.

• Liberty's sharp aesthetic compliments any space it’s in, featuring lined, tri-panel mesh that looks as good as it feels.
• Hands-free recline moves with you to offer constant lumbar protection in any position.
• Net Positive certification means every Liberty sold actively helps to reverse climate damage.
• Liberty is yours with a 15-year, 24/7 warranty.

A world-class ergonomic task chair with minimalist charms, Liberty projects versatility in both style and function. A form-sensing mesh back supports your unique pressure points while encouraging freedom of movement.

• Liberty's sharp aesthetic compliments any space it’s in, featuring lined, tri-panel mesh that looks as good as it feels.
• Hands-free recline moves with you to offer constant lumbar protection in any position.
• Net Positive certification means every Liberty sold actively helps to reverse climate damage.
• Liberty is yours with a 15-year, 24/7 warranty.

ABOUT THE DESIGN

With a minimal aesthetic that complements any space, the Liberty chair is the ideal seating solution for the modern work environment. With advanced features, including automatic, weight-sensitive recline, arm rests that are attached to the back of the chair for constant support and an innovative tri-panel mesh backrest, Liberty combines performance, simplicity and beauty. With fewer parts than traditional task chairs, Liberty is a timeless and environmentally friendly design.

WHAT IS A NET POSITIVE PRODUCT?

Liberty Task is Living Product Certified, meeting the most rigorous sustainable manufacturing criteria to date. This means that Liberty Task is climate, water and energy positive. Every time we make these products the planet is better off. With a mission to create a healthier world, we are proud that over 60% of our products are certified net positive.

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Liberty Task
DESIGNER
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Niels Diffrient

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.

Design Story
Design Story
Design Story

"I’ve always insisted that the back adjust to the person and we have this unique Form Sensing Mesh that will accommodate any body shape and give you appropriate back support. Whether you’re short, tall, wide, narrow, the back will accommodate you."

Niels Diffrient, Designer


Inspired to create a minimal but functional mesh task chair with curved lines and a contemporary aesthetic, Niels Diffrient designed Liberty. As with the Diffrient World chair, Liberty features an innovative tri-panel non-stretch mesh backrest, which Diffrient said was based on the concept of a tailored men’s shirt. He worked closely with textile designer Elizabeth Whelan to create a mesh that was strong and supportive but still flexible.

"I’ve always insisted that the back adjust to the person and we have this unique Form Sensing Mesh that will accommodate any body shape and give you appropriate back support. Whether you’re short, tall, wide, narrow, the back will accommodate you."

Niels Diffrient, Designer


Inspired to create a minimal but functional mesh task chair with curved lines and a contemporary aesthetic, Niels Diffrient designed Liberty. As with the Diffrient World chair, Liberty features an innovative tri-panel non-stretch mesh backrest, which Diffrient said was based on the concept of a tailored men’s shirt. He worked closely with textile designer Elizabeth Whelan to create a mesh that was strong and supportive but still flexible.

DETAILS
TECH SPECS

Chair Width: 26.5” Arms / 21” Armless
Base Size: 25”
Seat Height Range: 16.5” – 34.2”
Recline Range: 18° recline + 8° backrest tilt
Chair Weight: 34 lbs arms / 30 lbs armless
Weight Capacity: up to 400 lbs
Stackable: No

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