How to Create a Healthy Workstation in 2025 with Ergonomic Furniture

Did you know that the design of your workspace directly impacts your health, productivity, and mood? Setting up a healthy workstation in 2025 with ergonomic office furniture is not just a trend—it’s a necessity!

In today’s diverse work environment, startups, coworking spaces, and remote professionals across the U.S. and Canada seek innovative solutions to enhance productivity. This guide will help you design the perfect office setup to feel inspired, comfortable, and ready to excel, whether you’re working from home or in an office.

The Impact of a Healthy Workspace

Imagine starting your day at a workstation designed to support your posture and boost your performance. Your ergonomic chair provides lumbar support, your desk adjusts seamlessly to your needs, and your monitor is perfectly aligned at eye level. This setup prevents back pain, neck strain, and wrist fatigue, leaving you focused and energized.

The North American office furniture market, encompassing the U.S. and Canada, is experiencing significant growth. It is projected to reach a value of $174.4 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 8%¹. This surge in demand is driven by a growing focus on ergonomic and sustainable design, reflecting a shift towards healthier work environments. Investing in the right office furniture enhances comfort and boosts well-being and productivity, making it a critical component of any modern workspace.

Essential Elements for Your Healthy Workstation

1. Ergonomic Furniture: The Foundation of Success

Look for chairs with adjustable lumbar support, seat height, recline settings, and armrests. For example, the Loft Executive chair by Gebesa offers premium lumbar support and meets international standards—ideal for collaborative offices and remote work setups. Your best ally to take care of your posture. 

Ergonomic Chair: How to Choose the Ideal and Why It Is Essential?

The ergonomic chair is one of the most important elements of a healthy workstation, since we spend long hours sitting in front of the computer. Choosing the right chair not only improves your posture, but also prevents pain and discomfort in the back, neck, and shoulders. Below, we explain the usefulness of each key feature and how to choose the best option:

1. Adjustable Lumbar Support: Protection for your Lower Back

Lumbar support is an essential feature, as it maintains the natural curvature of your spine, especially in the lower back area.

Usefulness: Prevents muscle tension and avoids problems such as low back pain.

How to choose it: Make sure the lumbar support is adjustable in height and depth to perfectly fit your body.

2. Adjustable Height: Adaptation to Your Body and Desk

A chair with height adjustment ensures that your feet rest flat on the floor, your knees form a 90-degree angle, and your elbows are aligned with the height of the desk.

Usefulness: Promotes blood circulation and prevents pressure on the legs.

How to choose it: Look for chairs with a wide height range that can be easily adjusted using a hydraulic lever or pneumatic system.

The ideal height of an office chair ensures comfort and a healthy posture. Although it can vary depending on the height of each user, in general, it is recommended that the seat height be adjusted between 40 and 55 cm from the floor. Here are some more specific suggestions:

• For people with a height between 160 and 170 cm, the ideal height is 45 to 48 cm.
• For those between 171 and 180 cm, a height of 48 to 52 cm is suggested.
• If you are 181 to 190 cm tall, the optimal chair height should be between 52 and 56 cm.

3. Backrest Tilt: Relaxation and Dynamic Movement

A reclining backrest allows you to adjust the angle of inclination to vary your posture during the day. Some chairs even have a locking mechanism in different positions.

Utility: Reduces pressure on the spine and encourages dynamic movement, preventing stiffness.

How to choose: Opt for a chair with a reclining backrest between 90° and 135°, ideal for focused tasks and moments of rest.

4. Chairs with Adjustable Armrests: Support for Your Shoulders and Arms

Adjustable armrests help relieve tension in the shoulders and neck, as they allow you to keep your arms relaxed while you work.

Utility: Prevents stiff shoulders and overload on the wrists.

How to choose them: Look for armrests that are adjustable in height, depth, and even angle, so your elbows form a 90-degree angle when you're sitting.

5. Seat and Back Material: Comfort and Breathability

The material also plays an important role in ensuring comfort during long work days.

Utility: Breathable materials, such as mesh, help prevent heat and sweat buildup, while dense padding offers support without sinking in too much.

How to choose it: Prioritize materials that combine durability with comfort. 

6. Desk Chair with Wheels and 360° Swivel: Mobility and Accessibility

A base with wheels and a swivel function makes it easy to move around the workspace without straining your body.

Usefulness: It allows easy access to different areas of your desk and reduces physical strain when moving.

How to choose it: Check that the wheels are smooth and suitable for your type of floor (carpet, wood, etc.). In addition, a stable five-legged base will ensure balance and safety.

Investing in a suitable ergonomic chair improves posture, increases productivity, and improves overall well-being. Whether you work at home or in the office, your body will thank you for this decision in the long run.

Adjustable Desks

Switching between sitting and standing promotes movement and reduces sedentary habits. Gebesa’s Ascend adjustable desk is perfect for businesses seeking flexibility and productivity.

If you are questioning which is the correct height for a desk, here is the answer.

Monitor Arms

Keep screens at eye level to reduce neck strain. Gebesa’s adjustable monitor arms help maintain an ergonomic position effortlessly.

Desk Space Organization and Setup

Correct height: Adjust your desk and chair so that your elbows are at a 90-degree angle and your feet are flat on the floor (or use a footrest).

Monitor Distance: Place your screen about an arm's length away.

Order: Keep your space organized, with the items you use every day within easy reach.

Here are some ideas for organizing your desk.

In summary of all the above, the ideal posture in the office, according to the measurements and distances suggested to avoid back pain or other health problems, would be the following:

Additional Tips for an Optimized Workspace

• Proper Lighting

Proper lighting is essential to maintaining a comfortable and productive work environment, reducing eye strain and improving concentration.

Natural light: Whenever possible, locate your workstation near a window. Natural light not only reduces eye strain, but also improves mood and increases productivity. Avoid placing your desk with your back to the window to prevent glare on the screen; ideally, position it sideways.

Artificial light: If you need to supplement it, opt for soft light lamps that provide uniform illumination. Use bulbs with color temperatures between 4000K and 5000K, as they emit a neutral white light similar to daylight, ideal for office tasks. Also, avoid direct light on the screen to prevent annoying reflections.

                    How do you know which light is ideal for your office set up?

The ideal light depends on the space and the tasks you perform:

Color temperature: For work areas, look for bulbs between 4000K and 5000K, as they help keep you alert without causing eye fatigue. For relaxation or reading spaces, you can opt for warmer tones (2700K - 3000K).

Color rendering index (CRI): Make sure the bulbs have a CRI of at least 80 for accurate color representation and less eye fatigue.

Dimmability: Consider lamps with adjustable light intensity to suit different times of day or specific activities.

Avoid shadows and reflections: Position lights at angles that do not cast shadows on your work area or create reflections on screens.

A balanced combination of natural and artificial light will make your workspace more functional and pleasant, helping you stay focused and healthy during long days.

Accessories to Complete Your Healthy Office Set Up

To take your workstation to the next level, consider including a few key accessories that you can easily find online:

Adjustable footrest: Helps keep your feet in an optimal position to improve circulation.

Lumbar support pad: A great option if you need extra support for your lower back.

Laptop or monitor stands: Keep your screen at eye level and prevent neck strain.

Ergonomic keyboard and mouse: Designed to reduce wrist strain and improve posture.

Acoustic panels: If you work in a noisy environment, these panels can help you improve concentration.

Anti-fatigue mat: This mat is perfect for those who alternate between standing and sitting, as it reduces the impact on joints.

A Healthy Workspace to Boost Your Productivity

Setting up a healthy workstation is more than just a trend; it’s an investment in your quality of life and your ability to perform at your best. 

With the right furniture and accessories, you’ll not only be taking care of your body, but also fostering an environment that encourages creativity, focus, and innovation.

Why Choose Gebesa Furniture?

Gebesa combines sustainability, high-quality materials, and ergonomic designs to deliver tailored solutions for businesses in the U.S. and Canada.

• Customizable Solutions: Create unique workspaces for your team.
• Durable and Sustainable Designs: Reduce environmental impact while maximizing longevity.
• Market Expertise: Trusted by government and corporate sectors across North America.

Ready to transform your workspace into a hub of creativity and productivity?