Tauri™
Student seating that supports the next generation of thinkers by empowering choice, comfort and movement.
Patent Pending
Designed with Intention
The Tauri Chair’s innovation lies in its intuitive, multi-function ergonomic design that addresses the reality of how students sit and learn. Traditional chairs force a single, static posture, but Tauri’s unique winged armrests and flexible shell are engineered for both forward-facing engagement and a supportive reverse-seated position.
When backwards, the wings activate pressure points in the torso, creating a comforting, hug-like enclosure. This solves the challenge of providing discreet sensory support within a universal design learning environment, subsequently focusing on inclusivity and meeting the needs of all diverse learners. Furthermore, these wings allow for hanging a backpack, reducing clutter and eliminating trip hazards.
Unlike any other chair, Tauri combines active ergonomics, built-in sensory support, and practical classroom management into one elegant, versatile form that is easily reconfigured or recycled.
The Tauri Chair directly impacts student well-being by empowering them with choice and comfort, which are foundational to learning. For students requiring sensory input, sitting in the chair backwards provides calming proprioceptive feedback, helping them self-regulate, reduce anxiety, and improve focus without leaving their desk.
This inclusive feature promotes emotional security and cognitive readiness, and the reverse position also provides crucial trunk support for disabled students with low muscle tone. For all students, the chair’s flexible, ergonomic design reduces physical distraction, allowing for deeper engagement with lessons.
By providing a designated space for backpacks, Tauri creates more organized and accessible learning environments for both students and educators, which fosters a community atmosphere of respect, safety, and a shared readiness to learn.
Construction & Materials
- Our patent pending shell shape is composed of polypropylene and fiberglass with a scratch and scuff-resistant finish.
- Metal chair frames are composed of quality steel paired with nylon glides. Cantilever frames are also compatible with alternative glides such as felt and steel with added assembly.
- Further information on Tauri materials and specifications can be found in our cut sheets located in the Documents & Downloads section below.
Finishes
Available in six playful shell colors that thoughtfully coordinate with other MiEN products, allowing for cohesive and unified environments.
Blue
Aqua
Charcoal
Olive
Mango
Red
Options & Models
4-Leg Chairs - Nylon Glides
Available in 4 Sizes (Size 3: 13.55″, Size 4: 14.75″, Size 5: 16.25″, Size 6: 17.85″)
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0025
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Blue Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0023
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Blue Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0027
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0031
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Olive Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0030
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Mango Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-N-P0033
Size 6: 17.85″ Seat Height
Nylon Glides
Red Shell
4-Leg Chairs - Mobile
Available in 4 Sizes (Size 3: 13.5″, Size 4: 14.75″, Size 5: 16.75″, Size 6: 18″)
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0025
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
Blue Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0023
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
AquaShell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0027
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0031
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
Olive Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0030
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
Mango Shell
TAURI-4LG-SZ6-N-C-P0033
Size 6: 18″ Seat Height
Casters
Red Shell
Cantilever Chairs
Available in 4 Sizes (Size 3: 13.75″, Size 4: 15.25″, Size 5: 17.25″, Size 6: 18.25″)
Standard installed glide selection is nylon. Felt and steel glide inserts also available.
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0025
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Blue Shell
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0023
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Aqua Shell
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0027
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0031
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Olive Shell
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0030
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Mango Shell
TAURI-CAN-SZ6-N-N-P0033
Size 6: 18.25″ Seat Height
Nylon glide
Red Shell
Counter Stools - Nylon Glides
Counter stools have a 23.75″ seat height
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0025
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Blue Shell
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0023
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Aqua Shell
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0027
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0031
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Olive Shell
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0030
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Mango Shell
TAURI-STL-24-N-N-P0033
Counter Height 23.75″
Nylon glide
Red Shell
Cafe Stools - Nylon Glides
Cafe stools have a 28.75″ seat height
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0025
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Blue Shell
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0023
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Aqua Shell
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0027
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0031
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Olive Shell
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0030
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Mango Shell
TAURI-STL-29-N-N-P0033
Counter Height 28.75″
Nylon glide
Red Shell
Lab Stools
Lab stools are stocked in a metal 5-star base
Standard foot is nylon caster (24.75″ – 28.75″ seat height)
Black plastic glides also available (24.15-28.15″)
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-C-P0025
24.75″ – 28.75″ Seat Height
Caster
Blue Shell
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-G-P0023
24.15″ – 28.15″ Seat Height
Plastic Glides
Aqua Shell
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-C-P0027
24.75″ – 28.75″ Seat Height
Caster
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-G-P0031
24.15″ – 28.15″ Seat Height
Plastic Glides
Olive Shell
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-C-P0030
24.75″ – 28.75″ Seat Height
Caster
Mango Shell
TAURI-LAB-SZ6-N-G-P0033
24.15″ – 28.15″ Seat Height
Plastic Glides
Red Shell
Pneumatic Swivel Chair
Swivel task chairs are stocked in a plastic 5-star base
Standard foot is nylon caster (16.35-21.5″ seat height)
Black plastic glides also available (15.35-20.5″ seat height)
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0025
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Blue Shell
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0023
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Aqua Shell
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0027
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Charcoal Shell
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0031
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Olive Shell
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0030
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Mango Shell
TAURI-SVL-SZ6-N-N-P0033
16.35″ – 21.5″ Seat Height
Casters
Red Shell
Documents & Symbols
Signatures Pamphlet
Signatures Brochure
Flexibility Flyer
Line Card
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