Primo is a footstool from Swedish brand Swedese designed by Yngve Ekström as part of the Primo furniture family from 1980. With its softly curved wooden frame and woven surface the footstool has a pared-back appearance that connects with the series’ characteristic design language. The organic lines and open construction give the piece a light silhouette that allows the materials’ natural properties to come through.

The frame is made of laminated moulded veneer and is available in oak or beech with different finishes. The woven surface is offered in webbing or braded leather and creates a clear interplay between the wood’s curved forms and the weave’s straight lines. The combination gives the footstool an appearance that unites traditional craftsmanship with Yngve Ekström’s functional design.

The Primo footstool is designed to complement the armchairs from the same furniture family and provides comfortable support for the legs. It can be paired with both the high-back and low-back Primo armchairs where the shared materials and forms create a cohesive seating arrangement. The footstool also works as a standalone piece while retaining its distinctive sculptural appearance.