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Herman Miller Sayl Ergonomic Work Chair Review

Filed under: Decor, Gadgets, Architecture & Design

This is my third Herman Miller chair and I am beginning to notice a trend - Herman Miller makes pretty darn good chairs. I am not exactly the don of places to sit, but I have sampled an awful lot of chairs in my life. So why is it that I put chairs like those that Herman Miller offers on a pedestal? Well the reasons are pretty simple actually. They want their chairs to be well-made, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. Does that sound like a simple formula? It is, but at the same time chairs are one of the most complex pieces of furniture to make - especially an ergonomic desk/work chair. As I spend more time learning about good chairs and how they are designed, I am impressed by the ingenuity and details that is taken into consideration when designing something new. This is despite the fact that chair designers have so much to look to for inspiration. There are also a lot of really bad chairs out there, so that is something to think about when planning where to plant your rear.

This is the Sayl, and it is Herman Miller's newest family of work chairs. I say family because in addition to being available in various colors and trims, the chair itself is literally available in a lot of different styles with various options, etc... What each of the Sayl chairs share is the "suspension" style chair back with the "Y" frame design. This design is based loosely on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco where chair designer Yves Behar lives. I too live in San Francisco, and wouldn't have seen the design connection unless you explained it to me - but now I see it, and smirk at the similarity between the back of the chair and the curve of the cables from the bridge's suspension towers.

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Ergopod 500

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Filed under: Gadgets

The guys at Scifi Tech are right on the money when they said that the Ergopod is designed with the "lazy blogger" in mind. The Ergopod 500 is a sort of mobile cubicle that is designed to help you do your work without leaving your bed - or even without leaving a reclining position. A computer, multiple screens, keyboards and any other vital electronics can be easily - and securely - attached to the frame so they can all be used with minimal effort. The adjustable legs are motorized, as is the monitor tilt platform. It's probably great for your back, but not so great for muscle tone, since it even eliminates the "commute" to work for those who work from their homes. Price: $3,700.

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Sleepy Working Bed

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Filed under: Decor

I've heard many commuting professionals joke that those of use who work at home sit around in pajamas all day. Philippe Starck has just given every pj-clad worker a reason to spend the whole day in bed, too. His Sleepy Working Bed has a desk that attaches to the headboard, dual bedside tables that have integral dat/power points and an additional table at the foot of the bed. It even has two different types of lights, one for the desk and one to light the bedside tables, creating the ideal lighting for the position of the table. The only thing it doesn't have is a fridge, so you'll just have to stop by it on the way to the bathroom. Price: £5,700 (approx. $10,800).

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Tags: bed, bedroom, home, philippe starck, starck, work, working

The Business Bib

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Filed under: Apparel

Do you telecommute to work on a regular basis? For many who work from home on a regular basis, the dress code is relaxed, to say the least. Some work in jeans and a T-shirt, while others stick with pjs and slippers for the majority of their working hours. But with a rise in video conferencing, stay at home workers find that they have to meet real office dress codes even in their home office. Enter the Business Bib. It enables wearers to look like they're properly attired in a full suit from the chest up, so you can fool you boss and co-workers via webcam and avoid getting dressed for a bit longer in the mornings. It may look strange when viewed as a whole, but a glance at the gallery proves that they do look very convincing. The materials are of high quality and, perhaps best of all, you'll never have to worry about coordinating colors. Prices range from $135 to $150, and the personality descriptions with each bib are worth a read, even if you plan to stick with real suits.

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Tags: bib, business, telecommute, teleconference, video conference, webcam, work, working

John Varvatos Shoulder Folio, Handbag of the Day

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When it comes to men's bags, there is always a relatively thin line between fashionable and feminine, but the practicality of having a bag at your side keeps many men looking for just the right one. The John Varvatos Shoulder Folio is masculine and has a distinct look of usefulness. The bag is made of Italian suede with a light camouflage-print and measures 13"x 16". It has a long, adjustable leather strap that can be looped across the shoulders or just slung over one and three zippered pockets: one each on the front and the back, in addition to one inside. Price: $595.

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Tod's Media D Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Tod's Media D Bag is sleek and sophisticated - ideal for the office and other business affairs. The flat-sided black leather bag is large, measuring 15" x 11" x 5", so it can easily store many folders or books, in addition to all the everyday things you are likely to want at hand, including a wallet and cellphone. The suede interior has one zippered and two patch pockets. Rolled leather shoulder straps have an 8" drop, making the bag easy to fit under an arm, though they are thick enough to be comfortable when carried in-hand, as well. A small silver accessory adorns the end of one of the leather side ties, but the bag's metal feet are golden in color. Price: $1,150.