With an aluminium structure and exclusive finishes in bronze, titanium and copper, AUREA redefines the concept of premium ergonomics in the workplace
At the intersection of precision engineering and contemporary design sensibility, Actiu presents TNK 500 AUREA, a natural evolution of one of its most renowned products. With a legacy spanning more than fifteen years, the TNK 500 line has become synonymous with advanced ergonomics, reliability and timeless aesthetics. Now, with AUREA, the Alicante-based firm goes one step further: a reinterpretation that elevates operational comfort to the category of functional art.
The name is no coincidence. ‘Aurea’ comes from the Latin aureus, meaning ‘golden’, “luminous”, ‘noble’. In ancient Rome, this term evoked excellence, that which reached its highest point of perfection: the aetas aurea, the Golden Age. In turn, it refers to the golden ratio (Φ, phi), that mysterious mathematical relationship present in nature, art and architecture, which has guided the search for visual and structural harmony for centuries.
Inspired by this idea of universal balance, TNK 500 AUREA is an ode to design in perfect proportion. The big news is not limited to its finishes — bronze, titanium and copper — but also to its construction: it is the only Actiu chair with an aluminium frame, an element that marks a before and after in its category. This noble and resistant material not only provides a more refined aesthetic, but also greater durability and lightness, placing it among the most exclusive office chairs on the market.
The aluminium, carefully painted to highlight the new metallic finishes, gives AUREA a sober, almost sculptural shine. Every detail, from the lines of the backrest to the meeting of the structural pieces, responds to an aesthetic logic that seeks a balance between form and function. The chair does not seek to impose itself on its surroundings, but rather to integrate elegantly into the most demanding workspaces, whether they be executive offices, collaborative areas or contemporary design offices.
In ergonomic terms, AUREA retains the precision and comfort that have made TNK 500 an international benchmark, endorsed by awards such as the Red Dot Design Award. Its intelligent backrest adapts naturally to the movement of the body, providing continuous lumbar support and promoting healthy posture even after long working days. Each component reflects Actiu’s philosophy: to design products that improve people’s lives and enhance their well-being in the workplace.
AUREA is not just a chair. It is a statement of intent. It represents Actiu’s commitment to a new aesthetic of ergonomics: more sensory, more emotional, more connected to the language of contemporary design and architecture. Its presence conveys a sense of organic balance, where technology becomes invisible and comfort is perceived as an aesthetic experience.
With AUREA, Actiu revitalises its most emblematic product, as well as redefining its own brand narrative. This evolution symbolises a turning point in the way we understand office furniture: a transition towards material excellence, technical precision and harmonious beauty. AUREA thus represents that exact measure where each part fits into the whole, where design and engineering achieve their perfect proportion.
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