Mynt brings a new way of sitting to offices, public spaces and home interiors. It responds to the fact that people no longer sit in the same chair for lengthy periods of time and instead often share chairs with other users. In office settings, Mynt takes on the home-like appeal of a universal chair, while in domestic interiors, it provides the dynamism of an office chair – thus defying conventional categorisations.
The core element is its patented mechanism, which is activated by body weight and tilts forwards or backwards depending on shifts in the sitter‘s position – with the seat moving independently of the backrest. The movement resistance automatically adapts to the user‘s weight – only the height has to be adjusted.
The slender mechanism is an integral part of Mynt‘s design and plays a key role in the chair‘s understated, home-like aesthetic. The seat and backrest are available in wood veneer or recycled polyamide made from 100% post-industrial sources and can be replaced or exchanged for a different material or colour option. In the variant with a four-star base, glides can be replaced with castors and vice versa – Mynt fulfils the relevant office standards with both versions.
Upholstered covers are available for the seat and backrest. Thanks to zip fasteners, the two upholstery elements can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement – allowing Mynt to retain its fresh look and flexibly adapt to new needs.
As with cycling, climbing stairs and countless other everyday pursuits, the body remains in a state of active balance when sitting on Mynt thanks to its patented mechanism that prompts the user to continually perform a range of smaller and larger movements.
Mynt not only provides a new seating experience, but dynamic sitting has also been shown to have a positive impact on physical health and well-being.
The Mechanical Unit
The core element of Mynt is its patented mechanism, which is activated by body weight and tilts forwards or backwards depending on shifts in the sitter's position – with the seat moving independently of the backrest.
Automatic weight adjustment
The movement resistance automatically adapts to the user's weight – only the height has to be adjusted.
Forward tilt and restriction mode
Should the user wish to restrict the mechanism's range of movement – for temporary upright sitting, for example – this can be achieved by operating a lever under the seat.
Fit For Any Task And Space
Mynt defies conventional categorisations and combines the home-like appeal and unassuming aesthetic of a universal chair with the ergonomics of a dynamic office chair. It thus brings a new way of sitting to any setting: a versatile all-rounder ideal for the office – as well as shared spaces – its understated design also makes an attractive addition to home dining tables.
Thanks to zip fasteners, the two upholstery elements can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement.
It is possible to retrofit Mynt with seat and backrest upholstery at any time. Seat and backrest covers may be ordered individually
Erwan Bouroullec
The designer Erwan Bouroullec (*1976 in Quimper, Frankreich) is a graduate of the Ecole Nationale Superieure d'Arts de Paris-Cergy (ENSAPC). After completing his studies in 1998, he joined the studio that had been founded by his brother Ronan in 1995 and the two formed a complementary duo. They have collaborated with Vitra since 1999 on the development of numerous important products and concepts for home and office. In 2023 the brothers parted ways and now work independently from one another.
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