My Desk Chair
Other
ergonomic workstation
SHOW HN2014
How HN took it
18 positive, 30 neutral or asking, 1 mixed, 18 critical, out of 67 comments about the project. Thread score 0.00.
Design: 12 for, 13 againstIdea: 4 for, 2 againstPerformance: 0 for, 1 against
The thread, comment by comment
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What HN said
What people liked
Comfortable reclined posture that keeps shoulders relaxed
From 1 comment
it does the opposite for my shoulders, they are relaxed. i keep a pillow around that i sometimes place behind my head to zero-out any neck strain
hashbangsam on HN
Setup is a fun, rebellious take on the standing desk trend
From 1 comment
In an industry with a fetish for stand-up desks, you are a true rebel.
DontBeADick on HN
Objections
Monitors too far away for users with poor eyesight
From 3 comments
I love the idea, but I'd probably end up feeling too far away from the monitors.
sosuke on HNWhile (ironically) that is exactly the La-Z-Boy from which I watch television and sometimes sleep, it would be an ergonomic disaster for me to work from it. 1. I have a (really)…
varelse on HNCluttered, messy, ugly and how the hell can you read the screens from back there ?
rootuid on HN
Reclining may strain neck and shoulders
From 2 comments
I don't think reclining is that great for your shoulders / neck since it encourages your shoulders to slump forward and you will be likely to hold your head forward in order to…
jderick on HNHow much sport do you do for your back? This setup looks like it's comfortable, but not healthy. I'm not a physician but a friend of mine is, he said this is not a good idea, you…
nezza-_- on HN
Cluttered workspace
From 2 comments
Nice, but the rest of the cluttered and chaotic setup would provide me with endless anxiety.
cylinder on HNYour work environment looks like the den of a trash golem who failed to evacuate in accordance with FEMA recommendations.
stonogo on HN
Requests
Monitor arms for easier positioning
From 1 comment
I actually like that setup, as I prefer a chair that leans back as well. And the area looks cozy...I like some clutter, I feel more comfortable in spaces like that. Here are my…
cwbrandsma on HN
Split ergonomic keyboard setup
From 1 comment
> with totally separated right and left hand keyboards The latest Ruby Rogues podcast discussed a new "Ergodox" split ergonomic keyboard with open hardware. You can build them…
kendalk on HN
Questions
What is the thinking behind the light setup
From 1 comment
What's the thinking behind your light setup?
comrh on HN
What is the blue object on the floor
From 1 comment
What is that blue thing on the floor near the right front of the desk?
tzs on HN
Alternatives named
Facebook engineer's reclining workstation (Zero-gravity chair)
From 1 comment
I think so: http://www.wired.com/wiredenterprise/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/20140227-FACEBOOK-PAPER-ENGINEERS-0050edit-660x495.jpg Caption that went with the photo: > Engineering…
mvleming on HN
Emperor 1510 workstation from MWE lab
From 1 comment
You mean like this? http://www.mwelab.com/index.php/en/products/emperor-1510
sean-duffy on HN
Roger's chair (Arrick Robotics)
From 1 comment
Reminds me of Roger's chair : http://www.arrickrobotics.com/chair/ The scorpion looking thing (http://greenstylo.blogspot.com/2013/08/emperor-1510-workstation.html) is probably…
ChuckMcM on HN
Balance ball chair
From 1 comment
I use one of these bad boys: http://www.amazon.com/Gaiam-Balance-Ball-Chairs/dp/B006JBWYDA My wife/business partner also uses one and (begrudgingly) convinced me to ditch my…
josefresco on HN