Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black
Vitra Chair Physix Office Chair in Deep Black

Physix Office Chair in Deep Black

$1,840

Made by Vitra

Designed by Alberto Meda

Alberto Meda has spent decades finding the precise boundary between engineering and design. The Physix, introduced in 2012, is among his most resolved expressions of that pursuit. A single textile panel, stretched tautly between two lateral supports, does the structural work that most office chairs assign to foam and padding. The result is a seat of uncommon leanness.

The deep black frame and polyamide armrests read as a single continuous form. Nothing competes for attention. A synchronized mechanism follows the sitter's movement without adjustment or effort, and a five-star aluminum base keeps the geometry grounded and stable. The breathable knit or mesh cover allows air to circulate freely, so the chair remains comfortable across long working sessions.

  • Single-panel textile construction stretched between two side supports
  • Integrated synchronized mechanism for fluid postural response
  • Height-adjustable seat with five-star aluminum base
  • Deep black polyamide frame and armrests
  • Available with breathable knit or mesh cover

Meda trained as a mechanical engineer before turning to industrial design, and that dual sensibility is visible in every decision the Physix makes. Structural clarity is not a stylistic choice here. It is the method.

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Product Details

Details
  • Designed in 2012 by Alberto Meda
  • Manufactured by Vitra
  • Design ethos merges lightweight elegance with engineered support for dynamic sitting
  • Construction Utilizes a knitted or mesh textile stretched into a continuous seat shell
  • Armrests crafted from flexible polyamide in deep black
  • Movement Mechanism synchronized with adjustable backrest resistance and upright locking function
  • Frame color in deep black (RAL 9005)
  • Seat and back in Trio Knit 06 Black Pearl
  • Five star aluminum base coated In deep black
  • Casters for hard surfaces, unbraked
  • Seat Adjustment Pneumatic spring for seamless height adjustment
  • Certifications Complies with EN 1335 ergonomic standards
Measurements

H × W × D × SH
34.75 - 39.25 × 25 × 31.5 × 15.25 - 20 inches
88.27 - 99.7 × 63.5 × 80 × 39 - 51 cm

Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Vitra. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Physix chair different from conventional ergonomic chairs?

Rather than relying on layered foam and padding, the Physix suspends a single textile panel between two lateral side supports. This construction creates a naturally adaptive seat that responds to the body's movement without requiring manual adjustment of multiple mechanisms.

Who designed the Vitra Physix, and what is his background?

Alberto Meda designed the Physix in 2012. Meda trained as a mechanical engineer before transitioning to industrial design, and his work consistently explores the structural potential of advanced materials, a sensibility that is central to the Physix's single-panel architecture.

Is the Physix suitable for extended daily office use?

Yes. The integrated synchronized mechanism follows the sitter's posture continuously, and the breathable knit or mesh cover promotes airflow during long working sessions. The height-adjustable seat accommodates a range of body types and desk configurations.

What materials are used in the Physix chair's construction?

The frame and armrests are formed from polyamide, and the base is cast aluminum. The seat and back panel is available in either a breathable knit or mesh textile, both engineered to distribute weight evenly across the panel's surface.

How does the Physix chair's synchronized mechanism work?

The synchronized mechanism links the movement of the seat and backrest so they recline in a coordinated ratio. This allows the chair to support a variety of working postures, from upright focus to a more reclined position, without the user needing to manually reset the chair.

Brand & Designer

Vitra
Wooden Dolls

Vitra

Vitra is a Swiss contemporary design and furniture brand, founded in 1950 by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum in Birsfelden, Switzerland.
Alberto Meda
Physix

Alberto Meda

An Italian engineer and designer known for precise, lightweight design solutions that unite technical rigor with elegant simplicity.