Stando was built from a simple idea: work should feel good.
Back in 2011, I was a uni student spending endless hours sitting at a desk. I felt sluggish, unfocused, and low on energy. When I discovered the concept of standing desks — already booming overseas — I couldn’t believe there were no quality options available in Australia. So, I decided to make one.
What started as a few imported parts and a homemade prototype quickly grew into Zen Space Desks, one of Australia’s first standing desk brands that built up over 50,000 customers. We pioneered the movement and helped thousands of Australians rethink the way they work.
After nearly a decade, I wanted to take that idea further — to redefine what custom really means. Not just in the desk itself, but in the entire workspace experience. That vision became Stando. The brand 'Zen' was sold and is not traded in Australia.
Stando is about more than desks. It’s about performance, wellbeing, and personality — creating products that empower you to work better, feel better, and make your space truly yours. While all of these are not yet live on our website, we are working to re develop the space and bring a better experience to the Australian market with Stando.
While we proudly continue to support all Zen Space Desks warranties, Stando is our next chapter: a more refined, bespoke approach with smarter technology, thoughtful design, and a more personal touch.
