Office chairs have become a staple in our homes over the last few years, and with so many of us now working from home on a regular basis, investing in quality home office furniture is much more common than it used to be.
We expect more from our home office seating ideas: They should not only be ergonomic and durable, but ideally also have a bit of flair in terms of design.
Whether your idea of a home office includes a traditional desk and firm leather chair, or you have a small corner space and want something slim and low-profile, our list of the best places to buy office chairs caters to all home office configurations and a variety of sitting (or standing) requirements. From customizable options and designer-driven models to ergonomic chairs you can buy on a budget, these retailers have you covered for any home office criteria.
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Famous for: Furniture, Home Decor, Outdoor
Available at: Wayfair
Our list of the best places to buy office chairs can be summed up in one word: selection. Wayfair has over 14,000 office chairs in every price range and configuration. From minimalist leather chairs to specialized gaming chairs to hybrid options that look equally good in both the living room and home office, this retail giant has it all. Save time by easily customizing your search on the left side of the site. Filter chairs by shape, type, or arm type. You'll find exactly what you need within seconds.
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Famous brands: designer office chairs, desks, lighting
Available at: Human Scale
Humanscale chairs are masterpieces in ergonomic office furniture that don't compromise on design. The company partnered with the late American industrial designer Niels Diffrient to create a collection of sleek office chairs that are lightweight and adjust to the contours of the body.
If you're tall, petite, or have other requirements for your chair, it's no problem. If you want something a little more streamlined, we also like that they have living room-friendly models that don't have the wheeled base of a standard office chair.
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Famous Brand: Luxury Office Chairs
Available at: Herman Miller
If you're looking for the perfect design office chair, Herman Miller is the place to go. Their curated selection of office chairs rivals the finest lounge chairs and armchairs. Elegantly upholstered models from HAY and Geiger are perfect for a Scandinavian-inspired home office, while more traditional ergonomic chairs from Herman Miller's own brand will improve your posture while still looking sleek. They don't have a huge selection, but we like how there is a wide variety to choose from. Most chairs cost over $500, but they're worth it.
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Features: Affordable ergonomic office furniture
Where to buy: Branches
If you want a comfortable, good-looking office chair that looks and feels premium without costing thousands of dollars, Branch is worth considering. The company offers a small but perfectly thought-out collection of office chairs that offer the same features as much more expensive chairs at a fraction of the price. The Daily Chair (pictured above) is definitely our favorite. It's incredibly well designed, comes in a number of tasteful color options, and is backed by a five-year warranty.
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Office Furniture & Accessories
Available: Full version
If you have requirements that are a bit more specialized than your average office chair, then Fully is the place to go. This company specializes solely in office furniture, and it shows. Sure, Fully makes task and desk chairs, but the brand also offers kneeling chairs, standing desk stools for those who prefer to work standing up, and (our favorite) the Tic Toc chair, which swivels 360 degrees like a bar stool.
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Famous for: Furniture, Household Goods
Available at: IKEA
IKEA's curated collection of chairs is designed specifically with the home office in mind, where less is more. What we really love about IKEA's home office ideas is that rather than making cheaper versions of designer chairs, the company creates completely unique models that will make a statement in your home office. We particularly love the soft midcentury modern look of the Alefjall chair.
As always with IKEA, if you have a small home office, it's definitely worth checking out — the company is great at making small spaces look great.
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Popular products: Office supplies, electronics, furniture
Available at: Staples
If you want to try out as many different chairs as possible before buying, look no further than Staples stores. The company is one of the best places to try out office chairs of different types and price ranges before you buy. If you prefer to buy online, they have an easy-to-navigate office chair section where you can narrow down chairs by type, price, and additional features like arm type or specific brand. The company also price matches, so you don't have to worry about marking up your purchase.
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Famous brands: Mid-century modern furniture, home accessories
Where to buy: West Elm
If you're looking for a traditional home office feel with a chic, modern twist, you can't go wrong with West Elm. Every chair is beautifully designed and features the attention to detail that makes a home office chair a statement chair. The leather options are particularly beautiful, with a rich brown finish. All West Elm chairs work equally well in a home office or living room workspace thanks to their elegant design.
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Known for: Top quality farmhouse chic furniture and tableware
Sold at: Magnolia
The Magnolia office chair exudes unexpected elegance. Styled with leather accents and warm wood tones, it's the perfect combination of modern aesthetics and all-day comfort. While I love the Calvin desk chair, there are plenty of other options that are great for the home office.