Savo

Savo is an office chair maker whose site is written in Swedish first, with English and Norwegian versions (Sv, En, No). Its message centers on intuitive, adjustable chairs for both the workplace and the home office. The menu has a Showrooms page, a retailer finder (Återförsäljare), and a login for retailer accounts, and each product page carries a "Hitta återförsäljare" (find a retailer) button. The site does not publish prices, a shop, or a list of countries it delivers to, so a buyer goes through a Savo retailer.

The Studio model represents the core of Savo's offering: a compact task chair with a retro aesthetic paired with modern adjustment mechanisms. Savo positions Studio as a chair that works equally well in a workplace office or a home office, describing it in Swedish as a small office chair in retro design with a timeless look ("tidlöst utseende"), whose settings are modern and intuitive. The frame construction combines a plywood-core upholstered backrest with cold-foam cushioning and a chromed oval steel tube J-bar frame. The seat itself uses a plywood base with cold-foam padding, paired with a bent steel plate mechanism that is powder-coated, and a height-adjustable gas cylinder of steel. The 5-star base is cast from recycled aluminum and measures 710 millimeters in diameter, fitted with wheels measuring 60 millimeters in diameter. The entire construction reflects a commitment to durability through quality materials rather than excess, and the site says the chair can be adjusted to suit whoever sits in it ("vem som än sätter sig i den").

Studio's dimensions place it in the compact office chair category: the overall height spans 810 to 940 millimeters depending on seat height adjustment, with a width and depth both measuring 610 millimeters. The seat height when loaded ranges from 410 to 540 millimeters, and the backrest measures 410 millimeters wide and 250 millimeters tall. These proportions make Studio suitable for standard desk work heights, and the consistent width and depth suggest a chair that does not sprawl in small spaces, fitting well in home offices or open-plan workstations where space is shared.

Adjustability is the Studio's central feature. The seat height adjustment is continuous through the gas cylinder range. The backrest adjustment mechanism, constructed in plastic and steel, allows for seat-back angle modifications. The company offers multiple wheel options to suit different floor types: braked wheels for hard floors that lock under load, interval-braked wheels for hard floors that lock without load, unbraked wheels for soft flooring, or optional gliders. A polished aluminum base is available as an option where the standard recycled aluminum finish does not suit the space. Upholstery choices include fabric or leather for both the seat and backrest, allowing some visual customization though the site does not provide color swatches or naming.

Savo's broader lineup appears to serve different working styles and contexts, suggested by related products listed on the Studio page: the Savo Spine arbetsstol (work chair) and Savo Spine pall (stool), the Savo Soul, the Savo Soul Air, the Savo Joi, the Savo Maxikon, the Savo XO, and the Savo 360. The homepage sums up Savo's philosophy under the English tagline "Beyond ergonomics", which it explains in Swedish: ergonomics is so obvious to the company ("så självklart för oss") that it would rather talk about how simple it can be to sit really well. It says it always puts people first ("sätta människan först"), and that this shapes an intuitive design whose result is ease of use, quality, and comfort that goes beyond ergonomics. This positioning distinguishes Savo from competitors that emphasize technical ergonomic claims, instead framing good sitting as a straightforward outcome of thoughtful design.

The product page lists Studio as tested to EN 1335-1 and EN 1335-2 ("Testad EN 1335-1, EN 1335-2"), the European office work chair standards. The downloads include an environmental declaration (Miljödeklaration), a Möbelfakta certificate, which the page says applies to Studio with upholstered seat and back, an EPD, a product sheet, a user manual, and AutoCAD and 3D Studio model files, and the chair can be configured in pCon. However, the site does not detail what these standards verify or whether any specific performance thresholds are met.

Warranty coverage is straightforward: the site lists a 10-year warranty ("Garanti 10 år") on Studio, though the site does not detail what is covered, what is excluded, whether it applies only to the original purchaser, or what conditions might void it. No weight capacity limit is published on the site, so a person's suitability for Studio cannot be determined from the site's stated specifications.

Savo emphasizes availability through dealers, with the navigation menu prominently featuring both a retailer finder ("Återförsäljare") and showrooms ("Showrooms"), and the homepage mentions finding a reseller. The site shows no online checkout, so Studio and other Savo chairs are bought through that retailer network. Whether direct ordering is possible, what lead times are for custom upholstery, and how delivery is arranged are not addressed on the site.

The Studio's design appeals most to buyers who value restraint and functionality over visual statement: the retro aesthetic is subtle rather than bold, and the construction prioritizes adjustability for fit over the technical feature-creep that characterizes many contemporary task chairs. The compact dimensions suit home offices and smaller workspaces better than open-plan or conference room installations. The material palette (recycled aluminum, powder-coated steel, plywood, cold foam) suggests this is not a luxury chair targeting executives, but rather a durable workhorse for everyday use. The availability of fabric or leather upholstery allows some adaptation to aesthetic preferences, though the site does not enable visual comparison or ordering customization online.

The site does not publish pricing, compare Studio to other Savo models or competitors, detail specific adjustment ranges for the backrest tilt or lumbar support curves (if any), or specify how long delivery takes from order to arrival. No information is provided about disassembly, ease of maintenance, or whether parts are available for long-term repair. The warranty period is clear, but its scope is not. For buyers comparing office chairs, these gaps mean a conversation with a dealer or direct outreach to Savo would be necessary before committing to a purchase.

Savo's positioning as an accessible, intuitive chair that performs across workplace and home settings has appeal for hybrid workers, small offices seeking a single solution, or individuals who distrust feature-heavy ergonomic marketing and prefer to judge a chair by how it feels when they sit in it. The minimalist retro design and understated functionality suit spaces where a chair is expected to be visible and contribute to the room's appearance rather than disappear into it. The modular availability of foot bases, glides, and upholstery options provides some flexibility for different environments without radical customization. Buyers willing to source through a dealer network and not requiring spec-heavy documentation before purchase are well-served by Savo's approach; those seeking direct pricing, transparent delivery terms, or detailed performance warranties will need to reach out to the company directly.