Pal – the chair that becomes your friend

A chair family that puts simplicity first—pared back yet warm, thoughtful yet intuitive.

Mathieu has previously designed chairs for us, and our relationship has since grown into a long-lasting friendship—hence the product name Pal.

“Pal is like the drummer in a band—the one who keeps the rhythm, a bit in the background but absolutely essential to the whole. A chair that lets the room, the people, and life take center stage,” Mathieu himself describes the chair.

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A chair to live with

When designer Mathieu Gustafsson returns to Stolab, it’s with Pal—a chair that feels right from the very first moment. Simple in expression yet rich in detail, created to work in everyday life and age beautifully over time. Pal is a chair that doesn’t demand attention but always contributes to the whole. Just like a good friend.

Mathieu Gustafsson and Stolab share a long relationship that began with the Sture chair. With Pal, the conversation continues—a chair designed with respect for material, proportions, and function.

“Having Pal in our collection feels like welcoming another friend,” says Martin Johansson, CEO of Stolab.

Småland craftsmanship in every detail

The design of Pal is pared back and minimalist, with a clear identity that feels both modern and timeless. The chair family includes both a side chair and an armchair, in oak, birch, or a model that combines the two wood types. Pal is available in a wide range of finishes and seat options, making it highly adaptable to your interior—choose between fabric, leather, or a wooden seat.

Pal is designed to blend in wherever life happens—around the dining table at home, in the kitchen or living room, but also in cafés, restaurants, and public spaces. A chair that feels just as natural in a private home as in more public settings.

With the option to choose with or without armrests, and with or without an upholstered seat, you can adapt Pal to your way of living and your interior style.

Pal is short, simple, and full of meaning. A friend, a companion, someone you can always rely on. That’s exactly what the Pal chair is meant to be—a natural part of your home.