In our joint evaluation with the DLR Group Chicago Interiors team, we put this chair to the test across three key areas: design & aesthetics, ergonomics & movement, and sustainability & specification. Here are our findings!
Meet Ignition 2.0 with Spectrum Mesh™
The HON Company’s Ignition 2.0 has long been a dependable choice in performance seating; with this latest update featuring the Spectrum Mesh version, HON brings together bold aesthetics, ergonomic comfort and sustainability in a package that fits modern corporate workspaces.
The Rundown
The chair had excellent ergonomics, and the lumbar support made long periods of sitting much easier.
Adjustable Arms: Height adjustments allow a tailored fit for different users or postures.
Seat Comfort: Synchro-tilt control help ensure the chair accommodates upright work and relaxed recline.
Mesh Back: The Spectrum Mesh supports airflow and natural lumbar curve while allowing the body to move, rather than feeling “locked in”.
Ships Quick: Ignition 2.0 in Spectrum Mesh is also part of the HON NOW quick-ship program, shipping in just two weeks
Sustainability Story: The mesh contains 20 % post-consumer recycled polyester. Plus it meets OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (free of harmful chemicals and 100 % free of heavy metals).
What We Loved Most
Design & Aesthetics
The simple form and clean lines of the chair made everyone stop and ask where it was from, and the pop of color was an added bonus!
One of the standout first impressions of the Ignition 2.0 Spectrum Mesh is the bold color palette. The Spectrum Mesh option comes in 22 curated hues ranging from neutrals (Linen, Quicksand) to vibrant tones (Cobalt, Bullseye, Key Lime) giving specifiers and designers a broad palette to match brand, culture, interior décor.
Fun color options and a variety of styles conveniently within the same line.
The Ignition 2.0 chair that we reviewed was an eye-catching Cobalt Blue mesh and seat. From the perspective of modern workplace aesthetics, where monochromatic color schemes are trending, the bold yet restrained options here give a clean, unified look.
Additional Standout Features
We also like the fact that Ignition 2.0 comes not only in the standard task version that we reviewed but also cafe stools, multipurpose stacking and sled base chairs, and a big-and-tall task chair. The enables flexibility across a variety of use-cases (private, collaborative, and creative environments) which is a plus for workplace designers juggling multiple settings.
The “View it in My Space” configurator was another standout component on the website because it allows designers to visualize the Ignition 2.0 chair at true scale in the actual environment using augmented reality. This tool helps interior designers confidently specify the product by seeing how the chair’s color (since there are many great options), scale, and form integrate with their palette, layout, and lighting before finalizing selections.
Special Thanks to Our DLR Group Co-Reviewers
Elly Franklin, Interior Designer
Brendan Bell, Interior Designer
Images courtesy of Hon and DLR Group.
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