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Visual clarity, a form informed by function, and a handcrafted build make the ZaZa bench perfect for a lifetime of use, indoors or outdoors.
There’s something inherently beautiful with the concept of passing down a piece of furniture to a younger generation, and then to the next one. Most of us think of solid wood dining tables or maybe grandma’s rocking chair. Emeco challenges the notion of classic heirloom furniture by using an unconventional material to craft high-quality pieces, since 1944: recycled aluminum. After successful collaborations with designers like Ettore Sottsass, Jasper Morrison, and Philippe Starck, the company partnered with Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa in 2021 to produce the Za range of stools. The name translates to “a place to sit” in Japanese, giving a nod to the stools’ multi-functionality and versatility. Five years later, Emeco has added another member to the family, the ZaZa bench.
Created with the same visual clarity, function-driven design and minimalist style that define Naoto Fukasawa’s work, the ZaZa bench becomes the perfect piece of furniture for indoor or outdoor spaces. The elegant form appeals aesthetically, but it also has a practical purpose. The seat curves at a specific angle to both prevent slipping and to ensure more comfort.
Like all Emeco products, the ZaZa bench is handcrafted from recycled aluminum in Hanover, Pennsylvania. The company uses a 77-step process to create each bench, just like it did with the iconic Navy Chair in the 1940s. After cutting, welding and heat-treating the aluminum, skilled workers then brush the benches by hand. Lightweight but tough, the bench doesn’t have any joints or hardware. An anodizing process hardens the surface of the recycled aluminum, creating an extremely hard-wearing and scratch-resistant finish. As a result, the ZaZa bench not only suits indoor and outdoor use, but also lasts a lifetime.
The Emeco ZaZa bench comes in three versions, with different lengths providing versatile ways to make any space more cozy and welcoming, whether it’s a hallway or a garden. Images courtesy of Emeco.
