Welcome to LIFEFORM Furniture Manufacturing Inc.
We provide our customers with the best possible products, using our generations of knowledge and craftsmanship,
and backing it up with outstanding customer service.
SURPASSING A 40 YEAR BENCHMARK
For more than 40 years LIFEFORM has delivered quality products to our customers from our factory based in Calgary, AB. Canada. LIFEFORM manufactures office seating and accessories for the modern office environment. Founded in 1976, LIFEFORM initially built residential furniture, gradually moving into office furniture, which since the mid 1980’s has become the focus of our business.
For five generations, the Mortensen family has been handcrafting furniture of the finest quality. During that time, we’ve proven our solid understanding of what it takes to build great products. Sumptuous leather. Sturdy fabrics. Precise stitching. Exquisite detailing. The best available components. Uncompromising craftsmanship. An emphasis on ergonomics. And an unrelenting willingness to stand behind every chair we build.
OVERVIEW
LIFEFORM is unique among North America’s office furniture manufacturers, choosing to build with North American components and building our products by hand – one at a time.
Our products are customizable, so you can choose parts that fit your body and relieve back pain and discomfort. Personalize your choice by selecting colors or trim to suit your personality or decor. Build your chair – your way.
For more than 40 years we have delivered quality products to customers, including some of the world’s best-known companies and famous individuals. In that time, LIFEFORM has proven itself reliable with quality made, durable products and exceptional customer service.
Our History
IN THE BEGINNING
1884 – 1957 JACOB MORTENSEN
J. MORTENSEN SADELMAGER OG MøBELPOLSTRER
In the hometown of Durup, Denmark, Jacob founded his own saddle making and upholstery shop.
1907-1997 EYVIND MORTENSEN
DURUP POLSTREMøBELFABRIK
After a fire destroyed Jacob’s factory, a new location was chosen in town and Jacob’s sons opened the Durup Upholstered Furniture Factory.
1931 – KAI MORTENSEN
FOOTHILLS UPHOLSTERY/INTERIORS BY KAI MORTENSEN
Immigrating to Canada in 1957, it didn’t take Kai long to follow tradition and open his own upholstery shop in Calgary. Foothills Upholstery – later know as Interiors by Kai Mortensen continued to be a well-known and respected high-end furniture store until Kai’s retirement in 2008
The Tradition continued
1970’S – JOHN MORTENSEN & JOHN KRISTENSEN KAMOR FURNITURE LTD.
In 1976, following long-standing family tradition John Mortensen and John Kristensen, nephew and uncle respectively, ventured out and opened their own upholstered furniture shop. Then known as Kamor Furniture Ltd., they began by exclusively supplying Interiors by Kai Mortensen with residential furniture. 1980’s During the early 1980’s the gradual transition from residential to commercial seating had begun. Executive chairs, reception area seating and custom creations quickly became Kamor Furniture’s forte.
1990’s Eventually residential furniture was removed all together from Kamor Furniture’s factory. The objective was focused on ergonomic office and boardroom seating.
Today
LIFEFORM
Still a family owned and operated company – following five generations of furniture makers and upholsterers before us. In 2000 Kamor Furniture became LIFEFORM Furniture Manufacturing Inc. LIFEFORM has expanded into new markets both locally and internationally, offering superior seating solutions which are tailored specifically to the individual’s needs. Offering unique customization in function and aesthetics has given LIFEFORM the edge in the marketplace, providing customers with solutions they cannot find anywhere else. LIFEFORM’s success is a result of the tradition of quality products and exceptional customer service.
THE CONCEPT
LIFEFORM is a Canadian company that currently holds dealers throughout North America. Since 1976, our unique focus on exceptional customer service and bespoke quality products has proved a success. The key to any successful company is its people. Our quality products are a reflection of the hard work, care and craftsmanship our employees have put into it. We pride ourselves on long term employee retention, workmanship and customer care. Understanding our customer’s unique needs and building relationships takes time and effort but is part of the fabric of our company. To maintain the level of service and quality, family members remain actively involved in the day-to-day management of the company. Family members alongside employee personnel routinely check to make sure all work meets your, and our, high quality standards. We make certain to use the very best components and techniques the industry has available to continue to provide the very best products for our customers.
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