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The Story Behind LiberNovo Ergonomic Chairs

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LiberNovo’s story began with a problem familiar to many desk workers: spending long hours seated and wanting support that responds as you move.

From a personal problem to a design idea

According to LiberNovo, its founder, Yanle, experienced persistent back pain while working long desk hours. With a technology background that included time at robotics company Narwal, he assembled a team to explore a chair that could move more naturally with its user.

That idea became the LiberNovo Omni. The brand reports more than 900 days of research and development, focused on adapting support as people change position throughout the day.

A technology-led approach to seating

The original Omni combines a flexible Bionic FlexFit backrest, motorised lumbar adjustment and OmniStretch, a powered stretching function for reclined breaks. These features reflect the brand’s interest in movement and adjustable comfort.

Features vary across the range. For example, the Omni SE uses manual lumbar adjustment. Check the individual model’s specifications rather than assuming every LiberNovo chair has the original Omni’s powered functions.

What that means at your desk

At Pro Furniture, we are interested in how the design translates into everyday use. Focused work, video calls and short breaks can involve different sitting positions. A useful showroom comparison includes all three.

Adjust the seat and armrests, check how the backrest feels when you move, and consider whether you prefer manual or powered controls. The engineering tells part of the story; sitting in the chair tells you the rest.

Explore the LiberNovo range or book a showroom appointment. Ask which models are available to try before your visit.

You try so you know!

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