Spiral Eco3
Recyclable Christmas Tree for DesignNest
The Spiral Christmas Eco3 is the first artificial tree made entirely from 100 percent recyclable materials that is completely recyclable at the same time. Unlike traditional models that combine plastic and steel, this design features a patented spiral frame made from recycled, fire retardant pet plastic. It flat packs to reduce co2 emissions, assembles in under a minute, and includes USB-C powered lights with international plugs. Compact, sustainable, and easy to store, it offers a modern, planet friendly alternative to conventional holiday trees.
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Spiral Eco3 Recyclable Christmas Tree Translations
We ensure Spiral Eco3 is globally understood with translations available in these languages: Recyclable Christmas Tree EN, Herwinbare Kersboom AF, Pemë Krishtlindjesh e Riciklueshme SQ, ዳግም ጥቅም ላይ ሊውል የሚችል የገና ዛፍ AM, شجرة عيد الميلاد القابلة لإعادة التدوير AR, Վերամշակելի Սուրբ Ծննդյան Ծառ HY, পুনৰ্ব্যৱহাৰযোগ্য খ্ৰীষ্টমাছ গছ AS, Təkrar Emal Edilə Bilən Milad Ağacı AZ, Gabon Zuhaitz Birziklagarria EU, Перапрацоўваемая калядная елка BE, পুনর্ব্যবহারযোগ্য ক্রিসমাস ট্রি BN, Reciklirajuća božićna jelka BS, Рециклируема Коледна Елха BG, ပြန်လည်အသုံးပြုနိုင်သော ခရစ်စမတ်သစ်ပင် MY, Arbre de Nadal Reciclable CA, Ma-recycle nga Christmas Tree CEB, Mtengo wa Khrisimasi Wobwezeretsedwa NY, 可回收聖誕樹 ZY, 可回收圣诞树 ZH, Arburu di Natale Riciclabile CO, Reciklabilna božićna jelka HR, Recyklovatelný vánoční stromeček CS, Recyclerbart Juletræ DA, Recyclebare Kerstboom NL, Reciklebla Kristnaska Arbo EO, Ringlussevõetav jõulukuusk ET, Kierrätettävä Joulukuusi FI, Sapin de Noël Recyclable FR, Craobh Nollaig Ath-chuairteachail GD, Árbore de Nadal Reciclable GL, გადამუშავებადი საშობაო ხე KA, Recycelbarer Weihnachtsbaum DE, Ανακυκλώσιμο Χριστουγεννιάτικο Δέντρο EL, Yvyramáta Navideño Reciclable GN, પુનઃચક્રીય ક્રિસમસ ટ્રી GU, Pyebwa Nwèl Resiklable HT, Bishiyar Kirsimeti Mai Sake Sarrafawa HA, Lā'au Kalikimaka Hana Hou 'ia HAW, עץ חג מולד ניתן למיחזור HE, पुनर्चक्रण योग्य क्रिसमस ट्री HI, Tsob Ntoo Christmas Uas Rov Siv Tau HMN, Újrahasznosítható Karácsonyfa HU, Endurvinnanleg jólatré IS, Osisi Ekeresimesi A Na-emegharị Ọhụrụ IG, Pohon Natal Daur Ulang ID, Crann Nollag In-Athchúrsáilte GA, Albero di Natale Riciclabile IT, リサイクル可能なクリスマスツリー JA, Wit Natal Daur Ulang JV, ಮರುಬಳಕೆ ಮಾಡಬಹುದಾದ ಕ್ರಿಸ್ಮಸ್ ವೃಕ್ಷ KN, Қайта өңделетін жаңа жыл шыршасы KK, ដើមណូអែលកែច្នៃបាន KM, Igiti cya Noheri Gishobora Gusubirwamo RW, 재활용 가능한 크리스마스 트리 KO, دارى کریسمسى ڕێسایکڵکراو KU, Кайра иштетилүүчү Рождество Дарагы KY, ຕົ້ນຄຣິສມາສແບບຣີໄຊເຄີນ LO, Arbor Natalis Recyclabilis LA, Pārstrādājama Ziemassvētku Egle LV, Perdirbama Kalėdų eglutė LT, Recycléierbaren Chrëschtbeemchen LB, Рециклабилна Новогодишна Елка MK, Hazo Krismasy Azo Averina Kolokoloina MG, Pokok Krismas Boleh Kitar Semula MS, പുനരുപയോഗിക്കാവുന്ന ക്രിസ്മസ് വൃക്ഷം ML, Siġra tal-Milied Riċiklabbli MT, Rākau Kirihimete Hangarua MI, पुनर्वापरयोग्य ख्रिसमस ट्री MR, Дахин боловсруулж болох Зул сарын мод MN, पुनर्चक्रणयोग्य क्रिसमस ट्री NE, Resirkulerbart Juletre NO, Resirkulerbart juletre NB, Aubre de Nadal Reciclable OC, ପୁନଃପ୍ରକ୍ରିୟାଯୋଗ୍ୟ ଖ୍ରୀଷ୍ଟମାସ ବୃକ୍ଷ OR, د بیا کارولو وړ کرسمس ونه PS, درخت کریسمس قابل بازیافت FA, Recyklingowa Choinka PL, Árvore de Natal Reciclável PT, ਰੀਸਾਈਕਲ ਹੋਣ ਯੋਗ ਕ੍ਰਿਸਮਸ ਟ੍ਰੀ PA, Musuqmanta Ruwanapaq Navidad Sach'a QU, Brad de Crăciun Reciclabil RO, Перерабатываемая Рождественская Ёлка RU, Laau Kerisimasi e Mafai Ona Toe Fa'aaogaina SM, पुनर्चक्रणीयक्रिसमसवृक्षः SA, Reciklabilna Božićna Jelka SR, Muti weKisimusi Unogadzirwazve SN, ري سائيڪل قابل ڪرسمس جو وڻ SD, පුනර්චක්රීකරණය කළ හැකි නත්තල් ගස SI, Recyklovateľný vianočný stromček SK, Reciklabilna Božična Jelka SL, Geed Kirismaska Dib-u-warshadayn Laga Yeelan Karo SO, Sefate sa Keresemese se ka Tsosoloswang ST, Árbol de Navidad Reciclable ES, Tangkal Natal Daur Ulang SU, Mti wa Krismasi Unaoweza Kuchakatwa Upya SW, Återvinningsbar Julgran SV, Recyclable na Puno ng Pasko TL, Дарахти Соли Нави Базофтшаванда TG, மறுசுழற்சி செய்யக்கூடிய கிறிஸ்துமஸ் மரம் TA, Кабат эшкәртелүче Раштуа агачы TT, రీసైకిల్ చేయగల క్రిస్మస్ చెట్టు TE, ต้นคริสต์มาสรีไซเคิลได้ TH, བསྐྱར་སྤྱོད་ཐུབ་པའི་ཁྲིས་མེས་ལྗོན་ཤིང་། BO, ዳግም ርክብ ዝግበረሉ ናይ ገና ኣእዋም TI, Geri Dönüştürülebilir Noel Ağacı TR, Gaýtadan Işlenip Bilinjek Täze Ýyl Agajy TK, Перероблювана Різдвяна Ялинка UK, قابل تجدید کرسمس ٹری UR, قايتا ئىشلەتكىلى بولىدىغان روژدېستۋو دەرىخى UG, Qayta Ishlanadigan Rojdestvo Daraxti UZ, Cây Thông Noel Có Thể Tái Chế VI, Coeden Nadolig Ailgylchadwy CY, Recycleare Krystbeam FY, Umthi weKhisimusi Ongaphinda Usetyenziswe XH, רעציקלירבאַרער קריסמעס-בוים YI, Igi Keresimesi Àtúnlò YO, Umuthi WeKhisimusi Ogaywa Kabusha ZU.
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Unique Properties
Each year, tons of plastic trees are disposed of and cannot be recycled, as the plastic branches are inseparably molded over steel wires. This design introduces a unique spiral mounting system to uphold plastic branches made from 100 percent recycled pet. The spiral integrates Christmas lighting, powered by a universal usb-c adapter to reduce electronic waste. It can be flat-packed to lower the co2 footprint and is easy to set up.
Tags
Eco-tree, Sustainable Christmas tree, Designed for disassembly, End-of-life recycling, Universal USB-C Power Adapter, Waste Reduction, Spiral Tree, Integrated Christmas Light, Spiral Light, Flat-packed
Production Technology
The spiral and branches are made from 100 percent recycled and recyclable pet. The spiral integrates mounting hooks and is injection molded in one piece (patents pending). The plastic is sheet-extruded into long, thin layers, which are then cut into needle-like slices and rotation-wound into a garland. The garlands click into hooks with no extra parts, cutting production time from 50 to 15 minutes. Usb-c lighting includes a built-in chip with multiple modes for cost efficiency.
Design Challenge
Designing a unique artificial Christmas tree without steel, while maintaining the authentic look and feel of a traditional tree, was a significant challenge. Finding a collaborative manufacturing partner was also difficult due to the industry's conservative stance and reluctance to innovate. Several material trials failed in terms of strength, aesthetics, or fire safety. Ultimately, overcoming cost-related thresholds was essential to making the innovation viable for the market.
Project Duration
The project started in April 2023 in the Netherlands. The feasibility study, material research, structural research, structural engineering, 3D prototyping, pcb design, micro-chip development, mold design and testing continued in Shenzhen, China. Test-showcased to large international buyers in the Netherlands and later finalized again in Shenzhen, China.
Operation Flow
The Christmas Eco3 spirals into a cozy tree and is designed for full disassembly, allowing materials to be recycled, unlike traditional trees. It sets up in about a minute: drop the spiral onto the frame and enjoy the built-in lights with no untangling needed. It collapses into a compact, flat bundle, cutting co2 during shipping and saving storage space. Powered by usb-c, the adapter can be used year-round to charge other electronics. Fully recyclable plastic allows for easy disposal.
Research
Research focused on sustainability issues in artificial Christmas trees. Weye Hu led studies on plastic, recyclability and greenwashing practices in the industry. Brainstorm sessions with global designers and DesignNest led to feasibility studies and prototypes. Materials, engineering, tooling, and safety compliance (rohs, ce, flame retardant tests) were validated. Through desk, market, and field research, a safe, affordable, and 100 percent recyclable tree was developed.
Inspiration
The inspiration originated with Weye Hu, who observed the waste caused by non-recyclable artificial trees. DesignNest collaborated with experts to create a 100 percent recycled and recyclable pet spiral structure that holds branches without steel. Unlike pvc, which is harmful and non-recyclable, this tree uses newly developed fire-retardant recycled pet. It also features the first usb-c powered Christmas lighting system with global plug compatibility, reducing electronic waste.
Image Credits
Kim Thy
Project Overview
Spiral Eco3 Recyclable Christmas Tree has been a Silver winner in the Sustainable Products, Projects and Green Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Silver Recognition
Naomi Langerak was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Spiral Eco3 Recyclable Christmas Tree.
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Spiral Eco3 Wins Silver A' Design Award for Revolutionary Recyclable Christmas Tree
Naomi Langerak's Spiral Eco3, a fully recyclable and flat-packable Christmas tree designed in collaboration with DesignNest, has been awarded the Silver A' Sustainable Products Award 2025 for its innovative use of recycled PET, USB-C powered lighting, and commitment to reducing holiday waste worldwide.
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