Working from home permanently changes the equation on office furniture. What you could tolerate for occasional remote days becomes unacceptable when your home office is your primary workspace. If you are spending serious hours at a desk, your setup should match the quality of a premium corporate office.
This guide covers the essential components of a high-performance home office, with recommendations at each price point.
The chair: your most important investment
Your chair is where you spend 8+ hours daily. A premium ergonomic chair is not a luxury purchase, it is a health investment. The difference between a $300 office chair and a $2,000+ ergonomic chair becomes apparent after the first month: less back pain, less fatigue, better focus.
Our top picks for executive home offices:
| Chair | Best for | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Herman Miller Aeron | All-day support, breathability, proven longevity | $2,200 - $2,800 |
| HÅG Tribute | Executive aesthetics with ergonomic performance | $1,800 - $2,400 |
| Steelcase Gesture | Multi-device users, video calls, headrest option | $2,000 - $2,600 |
| HÅG Capisco | Active sitting, sit-stand desk users | $1,400 - $2,100 |
The desk: height matters
A sit-stand desk is no longer optional for a premium home office. The ability to alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day reduces fatigue, improves circulation, and gives you flexibility as your energy levels change.
Look for a desk with a reliable dual-motor electric lift, a memory controller (so you can save your preferred heights), and a desktop at least 1500mm wide for a dual monitor setup. Browse our sit-stand desk range.
Monitor arms: the overlooked essential
Once you have a quality chair and desk, monitor positioning becomes the next ergonomic priority. Your screens should sit at eye level, approximately an arm's length away, with a slight downward tilt of 10-15 degrees.
The CBS Flo is our recommendation for executive setups. Its patented geometric spring mechanism provides effortless, fingertip adjustment with zero drift. The white finish matches most premium desk setups, and the integrated cable management keeps things clean.
For dual screens, either two CBS Flo Singles or a single CBS Flo Dual will transform your workspace. Browse our full monitor arm range.
Putting it all together
A complete premium home office setup from Chair Dinkum includes:
- Ergonomic task chair (matched to your body and work style)
- Electric sit-stand desk with memory controller
- Monitor arm(s) for proper screen positioning
- Good lighting (not furniture, but critical for reducing eye strain)
All available with free delivery across Australia. Contact us for a personalised recommendation based on your space, budget, and work style.
