About this product

Guwal Chair — Ergonomic Comfort for Senior Students in Learning Environments

The Guwal Chair is a premium seating solution designed for senior school classrooms, computer labs, and collaborative learning zones. It brings an executive level of comfort to education settings — helping students stay focused, supported, and engaged for extended periods.

Taking its name from the Dharug Aboriginal language of Sydney, Guwal means “senior” — a meaningful nod to the chair’s design intention as a more sophisticated and supportive seat for older students.

Inspired by Koskela’s Kaaria executive chair, Guwal delivers exceptional ergonomic comfort with a padded seat and backrest, tailored for the demands of daily academic use. and a sturdy steel frame — ideal for all learning spaces.

Each chair includes a removable, zip-off cover made from 100% eco-wool upholstery in a variety of different colours inspired by the Australian landscape. Fabric is treated with stain protection to keep it looking fresh and clean and covers can be easily removed and professionally cleaned or replaced if needed — extending the product’s lifespan and supporting long-term maintenance.

Also available in on Castors and a 5 star task chair model, the Guwal series supports a range of classroom needs while maintaining visual cohesion.

Key Features:

  • Australian Made – Proudly designed and manufactured in Australia, supporting local industry and ensuring exceptional craftsmanship

  • Fast lead time - 8 week
  • Durable Steel Frame – Built with a robust powder-coated steel base that can be separated and re-coated over time to maintain a fresh appearance

  • Removable Upholstery Covers – Easy-to-remove wool covers can be regularly dry cleaned and replaced over time, extending the product’s lifespan and keeping it looking new

  • Stain-Resistant Fabric – Upholstery is treated for stain protection, ensuring it withstands daily wear in busy education and workplace settings

  • Ergonomic Comfort – Generously padded backrest and seat provide support for long periods of sitting, improving comfort and focus

  • Biophilic Colour Palette – Upholstered in 100% eco-wool fabrics inspired by the Australian landscape, promoting calm and connection to nature

  • Designed for Versatile Spaces – Ideal for open-plan offices, libraries, senior classrooms, and breakout learning environments

  • Repairable by Design – Components are modular and replaceable, reducing waste and lowering long-term environmental and financial costs

  • Biophilic Design – Shapes and tones inspired by nature support student wellbeing and concentration

  • 7-Year Warranty – Includes access to Koskela’s aftercare maintenance program

Koskela

Guwal (Senior) Chair

Lead Time

8 weeks

Dimensions
560 MM (L) 510 MM (D) 740 (Seat 450) MM (H)
Fabric Color: Badu (Water) Fabric 2 Composition:

Product information

Upholstery: 100% wool
Powder coated tubular Steel Base with feet

Koskela furniture can be delivered anywhere in the world and shipping will be calculated when you place an order.  

Koskela has an in-house Project & Product team who will manage your delivery; providing Estimated time of Departure (ETD) updates and working with an organisation’s facilities manager or equivalent to ensure the process is as smooth as possible. 

For delivery and installation, Koskela uses reusable packaging, which we remove from site to keep using. 

In the eastern states and territories of Australia (NSW, ACT, VIC & QLD) the lead time in 8-10 weeks. For all other states and territories, the lead time is 10-12 weeks.

Koskela has a faster lead time than average because our products are made in Australia. If you need products in a hurry, just give us a call and we can see what can be done.

We recognise that the long-term durability of Koskela’s furniture is a critical success factor for your project. Throughout Koskela’s 7-year Warranty, if you do require assistance or maintenance, reach out to us and we can visit site and perform a Maintenance Service.  

During the visit, our skilled Maintenance team will ensure you are happy with the installation. If any structural defects become apparent during a Maintenance visit, the team will rectify the issue on the spot, or lodge a job and organise its repair within 30 days.  

We will create a Maintenance report for you, which itemises your Koskela furniture and makes recommendations for refurbishments that occur due to wear and tear. Ongoing maintenance will improve and extend the quality use of your furniture. 

At the core of Koskela’s enviro conscious policy is our commitment to make high-quality products that last for years and can be repaired if something goes wrong. Our products are designed to be the highest standards of quality and functionality. While we believe our furniture will last as long as possible, if something does go wrong, we are here to help.  

All Koskela products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under conditions of normal and proper usage for 7 years from the date of purchase—this warranty transfers to whoever owns the product. After this time, if something does go wrong, you can contact Koskela customer service and we’ll let you know if we can fix it for a reasonable cost.  

Read the fine print of our warranty policy. 

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