ProEd Case Studies

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Better seating, better focus: the role of ergonomic school chairs

With students spending hours seated each day, uncomfortable chairs can quickly lead to restlessness, poor focus, and fatigue. Ergonomic school seating supports growing bodies, reduces strain, and helps create classrooms where students are more comfortable, attentive, and ready to learn.

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Built to Play: Exploring the ergonomics of gaming chairs with Dave Hall

Workplace ergonomics have come a long way, but what about gaming set-ups? Gamers often sit for hours at a time, and not all chairs are created equal. Occupational Physiotherapist Dave Hall shares practical insights on ergonomic gaming chairs and the importance of movement and supports. With 25 years’ experience, he explains what to look for in a chair built for long sessions.

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How to choose the best ergonomic chair in AU

If you spend long hours at a desk, the right chair can make all the difference. This guide explains how to choose the best ergonomic chair in AU by breaking down key features like seat depth, lumbar support and tilt mechanisms. Learn what really supports comfort, posture and long-term wellbeing at work.

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Office design trends to watch out for in 2026

As we look toward 2026, office design is shifting beyond aesthetics to focus on human-centred, adaptable environments. Designers are prioritising sustainability, modularity and wellbeing, creating spaces that evolve with teams and support how people actually work. Smart technologies, flexible third spaces and ergonomic furniture come together to enhance comfort, connection and long-term performance.

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How to design an open office that everyone will love (even introverts!)

Open-plan offices don’t have to be noisy or chaotic. Fuze Business Interiors Manager and Senior Design Consultant Toni Dickson shares her top tips for designing an open office for productivity and collaboration. With the right zoning, acoustics, lighting, and tech, you can create a calm, people-first workplace, just like the new ACCO/Buro working showroom in Auckland.

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How to talk about mental health at work with Dr Amanda Wallis

With Mental Health Awareness Week just behind us, Dr Amanda Wallis from Geneva Wellbeing and Umbrella shares how managers can normalise mental health conversations at work. From spotting early signs of burnout to creating psychologically safe spaces and wellbeing-centred design, her advice helps organisations build healthier, more connected teams.

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Waiting made easier: How to design a family-friendly waiting room

You’re balancing a toddler, supporting an elderly parent, or worrying about test results. We all know what it feels like to nervously wait for an appointment. A thoughtful, family-friendly waiting room with right choice of chairs shows patients they’ve been considered, no matter their age, mobility, or circumstances, and that sense of care carries through the rest of their experience.

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The 12 trends redefining modern office design in 2025

From smart ergonomics to modular seating and a fresh take on the resimercial aesthetic, Buro’s 2025 Workplace Design Trends Report explores the ideas shaping tomorrow’s offices. Discover how flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability are redefining the workplace, and how Buro’s seating can help you bring these trends to life.

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Six standout trends from NeoCon 2025 and how they’re shaping the modern workplace

NeoCon 2025 spotlighted six key trends shaping the future of workplace design. From soft curves and earthy tones to smart layouts and acoustic features, designers are rethinking what office spaces should feel like. Explore our Product Development team’s highlights, and how Buro’s ergonomic chairs support the shift toward comfort, flexibility, and home-inspired design.