Abstract: A convertible chair with upright and reclined configurations is disclosed. Embodiments of the invention include a chair that collapses to form a dolly and expands to form a chair with upright and reclined seating configurations. Alternate embodiments include a base connected to a seat with a four bar linkage. In still further embodiments, one side of the four bar linkage is extended outside the pivoting joints, the extended portion being pivotally and slidingly engaged with the base. In other embodiments, the chair is configured to maintain the occupant's center of mass near the primary weight supporting pivot linkage.

Abstract: A convertible chair with upright and reclined configurations is disclosed. Embodiments of the invention include a chair that collapses to form a dolly and expands to form a chair with upright and reclined seating configurations. Alternate embodiments include a base connected to a seat with a four bar linkage. In still further embodiments, one side of the four bar linkage is extended outside the pivoting joints, the extended portion being pivotally and slidingly engaged with the base. In other embodiments, the chair is configured to maintain the occupant's center of mass near the primary weight supporting pivot linkage.

Abstract: Methods for constructing and apparatus for furniture. In some embodiments, the furniture includes a plurality of subassemblies, with each component within the subassembly being interlocked with adjacent components. Preferably, there is additional interlocking between adjacent subassemblies. Preferably, the furniture is easily and simply constructed without the use of fasteners or tools. Prior to assembly, the components are generally planar, which facilitates storage of the disassembled furniture. In some embodiments, each of the components within a subassembly are substantially identical to the other components, thus minimizing fabrication costs.