Zhang Zhoujie credits the creative possibilities of the computer with the acclaimed designs of his ultra-modern metal furniture. Chairs, side tables and decorative pieces are made with digital design technology and production methods like 3D printing.
Born in Ningbo, China, Zhang earned a degree in industrial design from the China Academy of Art before moving to London for a Master of Arts in industrial design from Central Saint Martins. After his studies, Zhang returned to China and founded his design studio, Zhang Zhoujie Digital Lab, in Shanghai in 2010. There he pioneered a new method of digital production.
Zhang begins with software algorithms. “The computer is the author,” he explained to Surface magazine. “I am the curator.” After selecting a design from the computer’s output, he cuts, welds and polishes metal for the piece. Through this approach, each item is unique.
The first significant result of this process was the Triangulation Chair. Released in 2014, the futuristic design garnered attention for its endless variations. Zhang exhibited the chair at Design Shanghai 2018, where 100 versions were installed in a courtyard. Gallery ALL cofounder Yu Wang told Introspective magazine why the display was so momentous: “Nobody had seen this much digitally created design in one place before.”
Zhang has participated in exhibitions worldwide, including 100% Design in London. Fast Company named him one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business in China in 2014 and he was included on the 2021 Forbes China's Most Valuable Smart Designer list.
On 1stDibs, find Zhang Zhoujie seating, tables, wall decorations and more.
Wave Bench in Mirror Finish Stainless Steel by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench naturally faces downward and ...
Stainless Steel
Mirror-Finish Stainless Steel Long Bench Indoor Outdoor by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench naturally faces downward and ...
Stainless Steel
Wave Bench Indoor Outdoor in Mirror Finish Stainless Steel by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench ...
Stainless Steel
Wave Bench Indoor Outdoor in Mirror Finish Stainless Steel by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench naturally faces downward and ...
Stainless Steel
Mirror-Finish Stainless Steel Long Bench Indoor Outdoor by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench naturally faces downward and ...
Stainless Steel
$3,995 / item
H 29 in W 44.5 in D 28 in
Alex Outdoor Upholstered Stainless Steel Powder Coated Lounge Settee Club Bench
By Heather Ashton Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the simplicity of midcentury design, The Alex Settee style of relaxed seating is created using a stainless steel, powder coated frame and s...
Stainless Steel
Indoor & Outdoor Low Profile Woven Black Rattan Bench
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This outdoor low profile woven black rattan bench offers a sleek, modern take on classic woven furniture. Crafted with a sturdy frame and tightly wrapped in black rattan. The elongat...
Rattan, Wood
$3,650
H 13.8 in W 11.8 in D 54.3 in
Contemporary Banana Wood Organic Bench by CEU Studio, Indoor - Outdoor
By CEU Studio
Located in New York, NY
Banana Bench by CEU L 54.3" x W 11.8" x H 13.8" The item is customizable by size The Banana Bench features a gently curved seat and solid legs for a balanced, sculptural look. Its...
Wood
$8,500
H 25.6 in W 28.7 in D 59 in
Fernando's Sculptural Dark Wood Bench by CEU Studio Indoor - Outdoor
By CEU Studio
Located in New York, NY
Fernando's Sculptural Bench by CEU L 59" x W 28.7" x H 25.6" The item is customizable by size Fernando’s Sculptural Bench is shaped to flow with the eye and the body, offering a s...
Wood
Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
The origins of this product are as old as time, and most likely this was once a travel bed. This bench is made of solid black hickory, with a seat in full-g...
Leather, Hickory
$5,445 / item
H 17.32 in W 59.06 in D 17.17 in
Bicroma Bench in Stainless Steel by Parisotto and Formenton
By Parisotto + Formenton 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bicroma bench, finds its inspiration in Industrial aesthetics. Designed by Parisotto and Formenton, it is suitable for Classic or contemporary contexts. Its solid structure is comp...
Stainless Steel
Georgian Walnut Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Georgian walnut two seater salon style settee with caned back and neutrally upholstered drop-in cushion, sweeping back rail and arms and with simple bl...
Wood
$7,000 / item
H 22.05 in W 11.82 in D 14.18 in
Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The elegantly arched triangle stool was created using handmade digital crafts, the same fabrication techniques devised in Zhoujie’s digital laboratory. ...
Stainless Steel
Indoor or Outdoor Bench Made from Teak by Petersen Antiques
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to withstand any climate, this teak bench can be used either indoors or outdoors. Seen here in 85" long, however it can be ordered in any size. Matching table can be seen b...
Teak
Branda Fabric Bench
By Manifestodesign
Located in Milan, IT
The origins of this product are as old as time, and most likely this was once a travel bed. This bench is made of solid black hickory, with a seat in 100% c...
Hickory, Cotton
Nicos Zographos Stainless Steel Bench
By Nicos Zographos
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nicos Zographos design stainless steel and leather upholstered bench. Classic modern design lines made with a high quality solid stainless steel frame in very good restored conditio...
Stainless Steel
$11,850 / item
H 22 in W 14 in D 42 in
Sentry Bench in Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel for Foyer by Jonathan Nesci
By Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
The Sentry bench, originally commissioned by New York interior designer Charlie Ferrer, makes a perfect entryway sculptural seat. Made of laser-cut and ...
Steel
Wave Bench in Mirror Finish Stainless Steel by Zhoujie Zhang
By Zhang Zhoujie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The wave bench designed by Zhoujie Zhang continues to implement his design philosophy of spontaneity. By applying the laws of its own gravity, the bench naturally faces downward and ...
Stainless Steel