Workplace seating

The National Trust commissioned Benchmark to create furniture for its headquarters in Swindon, Wiltshire. The brief was to create a “non-corporate look” that would provide a relaxed, informal feel. The Trust wanted a contemporay style and one that conveyed the importance of the National Trust’s forest activities. Working alongside architects

The FT10 Turn & Learn lecture theatre seats have an integrated A3 Wrimatic tablet and can rotate 360° to enable students to work in groups without having to leave their seats. The Wrimatic tablet stows neatly when not in use. The interior of both the tip-up seat and backrest are sprung and has a thick padding. The backrest is contoured to provide

Benchmark was commissioned by Base Interiors to make furniture for Cheil UK, a London-based marketing and advertising agency who wanted areas to foster innovation and ideas. The boardroom doubles as a break out space. Its central table is a table tennis table that can be cleared of its net for board meetings. The stepped oak seating creates space

Asset A10 provides good comfort levels based on cassette-style upholstery. Asset A20 is a traditionally upholstered seat base and back, incorporating an under ply and seat-back finisher trim. Trim panels can be stained, lacquered or upholstered in a wide range of finishes and fabrics. Asset A30 is designed with a panelled seat cover, which allows

Collaborative bench seating provides an alternative solution to interactive teaching spaces in universities and colleges. Collaborative teaching spaces are growing in popularity across the UK where less structured seating arrangements are required. The Collaborative bench seating format encourages group work activity and is available in a variety

Vario is CPS's mid-range lecture theatre chair. Built around proven principles of counterweight tipping, all-bolted construction and prefinished, foam-wrapped timbers, the Vario C9 provides seating that is ergonomically-designed to ensure the comfort of the user whilst seated at a fixed writing desk. The chair is specifically designed to withstand

Maxam telescopic, retractable seating platforms have a traditional, bleacher style design that is ideal for use in sports facilities, arenas and multipurpose venues. They have a reliable and safe operation that is controlled by a push button. Maxam telescopic, retractable seating platforms are manufactured to order based on three standard designs

The Elle seat is designed by Eugeni Quitlet. Elegant and comfortable, it has been created by combining different materials. It has an angled and sensual design, with a sensation of dynamism created by the slight forward inclination of its base. The thin join between the shell and the structure creates a flowing and continuous movement. The chair

Egg chairs were designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen for the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. They offer privacy in public spaces and are suitable for lounges, waiting areas and private homes. Matching ottomans and footstools are available, as well as automatic return and swivel-tilt options. The shell is made from polyurethane foam with glass fibre

RailSeat is a slim and compact stadium seat developed to allow fans to seat or stand safely. When seats are folded, RailSeat forms a strong and continuous handrail which allows safe standing. The seats fold flush between the uprights allowing up to a 750mm clearway (more than double that of a row of standard seats) while remaining code complaint

ARC VIP provides high-end stadium seating has a high back, wide seat, padded side panels and solid wooden arm-rests. This luxury chair is virtually maintenance-free and can be either floor or rise mounted. Extremely popular for VIP, Director and corporate areas in a variety of sporting arenas and venues: ergonomic design provides maximum comfort

The Premium Eva lounger is a comfortable full-length lounger for cinemas with clean lines and a minimalist design. The seat can be upholstered in fabric, faux leather or leather and is available as a single lounger, or a linked seat with a shared armrest: sleek shape; reclining position; integrated cup holder. LED seat numbering; embroidered seat

The Sage Bench with table function features a part-upholstered seat with back, to create a convenient table space. The upholstery is made from 100% natural non-toxic materials. Can be upholstered in customer's own choice of fabric - a naturally fire-retardant wool is recommended to meet fire regulations without the need for toxic fire retardant

Harvard Style Lecture Theatres developed from the USA in 1908. Harvard Business School successfully proved the ‘horse-shoe’ seating format to be a successful method of increasing interaction between the lecturer and pupils. The Harvard arrangement can incorporate either standard lecture chairs or the new Inova interactive lecture theatre seating

Campus chairs are suitable for use in schools, universities and colleges. The welded steel tubing frame is lightweight and durable with a powder-coated or chromium-plated finish. The seat and back are made from moulded plywood. They are available in a range of finishes, including natural beech, birch, oak and walnut, which can be stained or

Maxam 24 Rollaway tiered seating units offer simple to use, rugged and flexible seating for schools, sports halls and swimming pools. They are ideal for use alongside larger Maxam telescopic seating systems, or as standalone units in a variety of layouts. A choice of two models is available: the HSM24 unit with 24 seats; or the HSM24A unit with 18

The Metro is a rail-mounted seat designed for use on retractable platform systems and fixed tier areas allowing continuity throughout a facility. It is easy to install, and can be riser mounted, beam mounted or floor mounted. The Metro seat has a sleek, slim contemporary profile and is available in 457, 475, 500, 525, and 550mm standard widths, or

Premium Tuscany cinema seating has a crafted wood finish and can be customised with a state-of-the-art self-diagnostic system, integrated WiFi control and wireless phone chargers. Twin electric motor allows patrons to smoothly and precisely move the footrest and backrest to an optimum position and viewing angle. The Tuscany has the option to

Grimshaw Architects in Clerkenwell commissioned Benchmark to design steps which could also be used as seating in their atrium area. Large bleachers were created which perform a double function, providing access to upper levels, as well as providing seating for events held in this sunny location. The Grimshaw bleachers are just over 3.5 metres

The CLUB Bench is a fully upholstered, premium sized bench seating system designed for use with Hussey Seatway Maxam Plus and TP retractable seating platforms. Typical applications include schools and small theatres as well as multi-purpose venues where durability and good looks are important requirements. The CLUB Bench provides comfortable

The Sage Low sofa is made entirely from natural materials, including 100% natural and sustainable wool upholstery which eradicates the need for toxic fire-retardant chemicals. It is available in oak with a natural or whitened oil finish or in walnut with a clear natural oil finish: available in 2- and 3-seater versions; curving timber frame

Cinema sofas and chairs are suitable contract applications, including reception areas, leisure and conference facilities, hotels, bars, and meeting areas. They are made from powder-coated or chromium-plated steel tubing frames. Cinema sofas and chairs are upholstered using a spring and injection mould-expanded polyurethane foam. This returns the