Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has introduced the ECHO Chair collection, a new furniture series developed with Spanish design studio Nagami that explores computational design, large-scale 3D printing, and sustainable manufacturing. The collection is currently on public display at the LONDON CREATES exhibition at The Truman Brewery in London through 26 July 2026.
Developed through extensive computational research at ZHA Lab, the collection interprets the concept of an acoustic echo as a geometric transformation. Each chair is manufactured using continuous-extrusion 3D printing in a single, uninterrupted process, allowing the structure, ergonomics, and form to emerge simultaneously from a single computational system. As a result, the production method eliminates the need for separate components or post-production assembly.
Continuous geometry defines the ECHO Chair collection
The ECHO Chair is characterized by two continuous surfaces that extend from a shared structural edge. From this single point of contact, one surface curves to create the seat and base, while the second mirrors the geometry to form the backrest. Consequently, the collection presents a sculptural silhouette that combines structural efficiency with fluid formal expression.
Several material variations reinterpret the same design language. The White Chair and Black Chair are produced from rPETG reinforced with glass fibre, creating monochromatic finishes with enhanced structural performance. Meanwhile, the Gradient Chair transitions from opaque white to translucent tones, while the Caramel Chair combines PETG with a bio-based cork composite, introducing additional warmth and tactile texture.
Recycled materials support sustainable production
In addition to its advanced fabrication process, the ECHO Chair collection reflects Nagami’s focus on sustainable manufacturing. The chairs are produced using large-scale extrusion polymers derived from recovered industrial waste, including single-use medical plastics.
Specifically, the white and black editions use recycled PETG reinforced with glass fibre, while the caramel version incorporates a bio-based cork composite. Therefore, the collection demonstrates how additive manufacturing can reduce material waste while expanding opportunities for circular production within contemporary furniture design.
The ECHO Chair collection remains on view at the LONDON CREATES exhibition at The Truman Brewery in London until 26 July 2026, where visitors can experience the latest collaboration between Zaha Hadid Architects and Nagami.