Lise Lefebvre, an up-and-comer in the design scene, puts a modern spin on contemporary furnishings. Her latest projects include 'Blanket Statement' and 'Bärenjäger.' These attention-grabbing floor pieces put a twist on the contemporary bear skin rug.
Lefebvre uses 100% eco-friendly recycled wool blankets to fabricate these striking pieces. The carpets are shaped like olden-day bear skin rugs. She then models ceramic bear heads from scratch and hand paints each ferocious tooth.
Lefebvre is a textile artist, product designer and teacher at Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam. Her pieces really put a modern day spin on outdated items.
Bärenjäger (when translated means the bear hunter) and Blanket Statement are great pieces that are sure to cause a stir in any room.
Fabric Bear Skin Rugs
Lise Lefebvre Does a Modern Take on This Decor Classic
Trend Themes
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Eco-friendly Decor — The trend towards using environmentally-friendly materials in home decor presents opportunities for the development of sustainably-sourced and recyclable products.
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Redefining Classics — The trend of modernizing traditional decor items, like Lefebvre's bear skin rugs, creates opportunities for designers who can take old ideas and give them new life.
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Art-inspired Home Furnishings — The trend of incorporating artistic elements and cultural references in home furnishings and decor creates opportunities for designers who can bring creativity and cultural significance to their products.
Industry Implications
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Sustainable Textiles — As consumers demand more eco-friendly options, the textile industry has the opportunity to develop sustainable and green materials for home decor products.
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Handmade Ceramics — The trend of handcrafted home decor provides opportunities for ceramic artists to create unique and personalized home furnishings.
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Art and Design Education — As design continues to evolve, education institutions and programs have the opportunity to train the next generation of artists and designers who can create innovative and socially responsible products.