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ID Mesh

Antonio Citterio, 2010/2021

ID Mesh embodies technical transparency and lightness: fitted over a slender frame, the innovative spacer fabric has the translucent airiness of a net – yet it's as soft as a slim cushion. The Diamond Mesh cover allows air to circulate and offers sustained comfort even in warmer temperatures. ID Mesh can be optionally outfitted with a clothes hanger or headrest.

Environmental Product Passport

Carbon footprint
The carbon footprint stands for the amount of greenhouse gas emissions (also referred to as carbon emissions) generated throughout a product's entire life cycle. The carbon footprint is most commonly expressed in CO2 equivalents (CO2e) as a standard measure for the warming effect of all greenhouse gases.
Recycling
Following the principle of the circular economy, Vitra uses the largest amount of recycled and recyclable materials possible.This proportion will increase as a result of ongoing product development.
Material composition
Vitra uses a wide range of materials that must all withstand stringent internal and external testing procedures. If a new material is found that is better for the environment and meets Vitra's quality criteria, suitable products are executed in that material.
Packaging & logistics
Vitra uses detailed information to elaborate targeted optimisation of transport routes. Preference is given to rail transport whenever feasible, and Vitra aims for the most efficient capacity management possible when using lorries. Packaging serves to protect the product and minimise the transport volume. Packaging is reduced wherever possible and materials are optimised in terms of their impact on the environment.
Supply chain
Vitra purchases its raw materials and components almost exclusively from suppliers in Europe, which simplifies compliance with uniform statutory standards and shortens transport routes. Vitra maintains long-term relationships with many of its suppliers, some spanning several decades, which is a key advantage for the further development of products, technologies and materials.
Certificates
Vitra purchases its raw materials and components almost exclusively from suppliers in Europe, which simplifies compliance with uniform statutory standards and shortens transport routes. Vitra maintains long-term relationships with many of its suppliers, some spanning several decades, which is a key advantage for the further development of products, technologies and materials.
Greenguard
The GREENGUARD label for indoor air quality recognises products that contribute to the creation of healthier indoor environments.

GS
With the GS seal for tested safety, a state-authorised inspection institute certifies the suitability and safety of the construction and monitors production at regular intervals.

Ergonomics Approved
The 'Ergonomics Approved' certificate confirms the fulfilment of ergonomic requirements and testing criteria that exceed the minimum legal regulations for office swivel chairs.

BIFMA
ID Mesh fulfils the ANSI/BIFMA standard X5.1-2011, thus meeting the stringent safety requirements for the US market.

EPD
An EPD – environmental product declaration – provides transparency about the environmental impacts of a product throughout its life cycle, often referred to as life cycle assessment (LCA).
Here you can download the Environmental Product Passport as a PDF. If you have any questions about the Environmental Product Passport or other concerns about sustainability, please feel free to contact us at [email protected].
Environmental Product Passport (PDF)
Product family

ID Chair Concept

The ID Chair Concept offers countless customisation options to suit individual users. Different variations of the FlowMotion mechanism, a selection of backrests, armrests, seats and bases, along with a broad array of colours and fabrics, enable every user and company to find the perfect ID Chair – whether for an open-plan setting, individual or team offices, conference areas or management offices. Despite the many possible variations, it always remains essentially the same chair in look and construction, with benefits for companies in terms of aesthetics, maintenance and service – and some models are 100% recyclable. A study by the Institute for Biomechanics at ETH Zurich – one of the most renowned universities worldwide – showed that the ID Chair's range of movement is fully utilised. EMG measurements (electromyography) confirmed that intuitive use of the weight-dependent forward tilt mechanism activates core muscles in the abdomen and back. This boosts the metabolism and stabilises the lumbar column. MRI/MRT measurements (magnetic resonance imaging) proved that the forward tilt function triggers movement in all segments of the lower spine. This relieves pressure and enhances the diffusion of nutrients to the intervertebral discs. These dynamic sitting features actively prevent health problems. The pleasantly soft seat options, the multi-adjustable armrests and the supportive backrests provide a high degree of comfort. Thanks to its new PU-foam-free Formfit F seat, the ID Chair is now even more sustainable. With a cushion manufactured from 100% recyclable polyester fibres — also used in mattresses — the highly breathable seat of this task chair is the first of its kind and allows customers to create configurations of the ID Chair that are 100% recyclable. The ID Chair Concept consists of the models ID Cloud, ID Air, ID Mesh, ID Soft, ID Soft L, ID Trim and ID Trim L, each with a different backrest.

This product was designed by

Antonio Citterio

The architect and designer Antonio Citterio, who lives and works in Milan, has collaborated with Vitra since 1988. Together they have produced a series of office chairs and various office systems, as well as products for the Vitra Home Collection. The Citterio Collection is constantly being expanded.