engages in the research, design, manufacture, distribution, and sale of office furniture systems and products, as well as in the provision of related consultancy services.
Its product offerings include seating, storage solutions, freestanding furniture, and casegoods.
Its products are used in office/institution environments, including offices and related conference, lobby, and lounge areas.
These products are also used in general public areas, including transportation terminals; health/science environments, including hospitals and other healthcare facilities; clinical, industrial, and educational laboratories; and residential and other environments.
Herman Miller sells its products primarily to independent contract office furniture dealers.
It markets its products in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, and the Asia/Pacific region through its direct sales force, its dealer network, independent dealers and retailers, and the Internet.
Herman Miller was founded in 1905 as Star Furniture Company and changed its name to Michigan Star Furniture Company in 1909.
Further, the name was changed to Herman Miller Furniture Company in 1923 and to Herman Miller, Inc.
in 1960.
The company is headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan.
