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This series of home textiles stands as a modern tribute to European Rococo art. By delving into the aesthetic legacy of Palazzo Biscari in Italy and transforming it into tangible luxury for the home, it not only serves as an iconic piece that bridges the past and present for the brand, but also establishes a new art inspired design paradigm for the luxury home market, demonstrating the enduring vitality of classic art in the modern era.
Continue readingHana Mitsui reinterprets traditional Japanese tatami weaving through a pixelated Mona Lisa made with Igusa grass. Working with tatami craftspeople, she explores how this time-honored material can engage with present-day visual language. By noticing the visual similarity between tatami’s weave and digital pixel grids, Mitsui developed a method to express subtle tones through tactile, pixel-like forms. The result highlights a quiet dialogue between tradition and modern perspective.Her practice reflects an ongoing interest in translating cultural heritage into new visual expressions.
Continue readingThis collection of scarves looks optimistically to the future in the midst of epidemic and global conflict. The patterns tell a metaphorical tale of pre and post apocalypse with a story involving cellular experiments, mutation, reflection, reconstruction. The unique patterns are created with the Studio's own digital software, which uses body movement to reconstruct digital data and reveal organic details not possible solely by programming. They are asymmetrical and do not repeat. Hand finished, the patterns are digitally printed onto natural fabric which reproduces the detail of the designs.
Continue readingThis design differs from other rugs due to its production techniques. The design is produced by combining four special hand weaving techniques. These are: Anatolian Knot Technique, Cicim Weaving Technique, Twill Weaving Technique and Shuttle Traditional Towel Weaving Technique. The combination of Cicim and Twill is already the geographically indicated as Karacakilavuz Weaving Technique. However the addition of Anatolian Knot Technique and Shuttle Traditional Towel Weaving technique made this rug unique. Three craftswomen worked in the production of the Daydreams conceptualized rug.
Continue readingThe Naptime Blanket presents a contemporary take on a traditional concept, drawing inspiration from Finnish forest animals and the traditions of the Finnish maternity package. This jacquard-woven cotton blanket is designed with both function and aesthetics in mind, serving as a versatile textile suited for everyday use. While created to provide warmth and comfort for infants, its carefully considered theme, color palette, and style make it suitable for different stages of childhood.
Continue readingTextile pattern Palms are vibrant colours and mixed lines to reflect the lively and festive atmosphere of Gulf festivals, where communities come together to celebrate their heritage through music, dance, and traditional arts. The repeated pattern of palm trees, symbolizing the abundance and prosperity of the region, adds a sense of movement and rhythm to the design. These elements are reimagined and digitally enhanced to create a dynamic and visually striking design that celebrates the beauty of the region.
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