KI and Aaron DeJule Launch Gravity-Powered Cognetic Technology Seating

KI, a major American contract furniture manufacturer, has introduced Cognetic Technology, a patented seating innovation co-invented with designer Aaron DeJule. The system uses gravity-powered, three-dimensional orbital motion that responds to the body's natural micromovements, eliminating the need for manual adjustments. It allows chairs to move in every direction around the user's center of gravity, promoting continuous alignment and flow. The technology debuted on the Kiaura Collection during Design Days in Chicago, which includes task, conference, and lounge seating. To showcase the technology, KI presented the 'Flow Chamber' installation, where participants described the sensation as 'cloud-like' and reported reduced physical and mental tension. The Kiaura Collection is the first commercial application of Cognetic Technology. DeJule developed the concept after a car accident, seeking a solution to chronic pain through movement-based design. KI's Inspiration Center in Chicago's Fulton Market, designed by Whitney Architects, serves as the flagship space for the technology. The company's history includes dynamic designs like the Ruckus, Sway, and Cogni collections.