Contract - July/August 2015 - 138

DESIGNERS SELECT

Textiles
Designers name their favorite new textiles
for upholstery and window treatments

Jane Hallinan, Assoc. IIDA

Interior Designer
Fukui Architects
Pittsburgh

Maharam: Houndstooth by Paul Smith

Rebecca Atwood Designs: Interlocking Circles Cobalt

Carnegie: Alchemy

maharam.com
Reader Service No. 210

rebeccaatwood.com
Reader Service No. 211

carnegiefabrics.com
Reader Service No. 212

"Soft corners and variation of scale create a fresh
and contemporary interpretation of a strong and
abstract pattern. The thin color accent can entice
even those who prefer an entirely neutral palette
to envision this fashion as a dress and on a chair."

"This pattern is reminiscent of mug watermarks left
on a table, and is perfectly imperfect. The intensity
of the color varies like a brushstroke, which hints
at the watercolor sketches Atwood begins many
of her designs with."

"When this sheer is draped across an opening,
the delicate hues feel like a soft morning haze.
If gathered, the overlapping layers strengthen
the colors to a new level. It's like a sunset reflecting
across water and an opportunity to add nature
to an interior environment."

HBF Textiles: Cork Cloth

Knoll Luxe: Cloud

Momentum Textiles: Textus

hbftextiles.com
Reader Service No. 213

knoll.com
Reader Service No. 214

themomgroup.com
Reader Service No. 215

Associate Principal,
Director of Interiors
Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects
Little Rock, Arkansas

"Made of 100 percent natural cork, this textile is
both sustainable and durable. Designed by Erin
Ruby, this stylish material comes in five colors, can
be used as an upholstery or wallcovering, and is a
good alternative to leather. I appreciate the organic
nature, simple elegance, and comfortable texture."

"This chic linen drapery by Maria Cornejo for Knoll
Luxe is characterized as luxurious and modern.
I enjoy the warm, airy, artistic, and delicate qualities.
It is a beautiful textile that is versatile for use in both
residential or commercial interiors."

"Designed by Emanuela Frattini Magnusson, this
soft felt is classic, timeless, and sophisticated. The
minimal design makes this upholstery the perfect
complement to a classic, contemporary interior
and it's suitable for almost any application."

Michael Davis, AIA

Yoma Textiles: Torino

Gretchen Bellinger: Isadora

Nuno: Baby Hair

yoma.com
Reader Service No. 216

gretchenbellinger.com
Reader Service No. 217

nuno.com
Reader Service No. 218

"Velvet meets its sturdy cousin polyester. Torino
simulates linen velvet with a beautiful sparkling
finish, and it's suitable for both contemporary and
traditional upholstery. The textile is completely
washable and rich, yet practical."

"This French-woven pleated silk features romantic
waves of irregular lines and is both gossamer and
organic. Available in a wide range of warm colors,
this fabric drapes with the fluidity of the scarf its
namesake famously wore around her neck."

"This float-woven-cotton-and-saran blend from
Japan is covered in downy strands, like a newly
hatched bird. With a soft hand and exotic texture,
the textile is unlike anything else in its category."

Kimberly Prescott, ASID

Principal
Michael Davis
Architects & Interiors
New York

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