Graphic artist Peter Saville has designed a collection of textiles for the Danish textile company, Kvadrat. The line boasts vibrant and colorful patterns and is dubbed the 'Technicolour' collection. Saville has designed three rugs, two curtains, and upholstery fabric for the collection.
'Technicolour' marks the graphic designer's first time working with textiles and takes inspiration from the colorful sprays used by farmers to distinguish sheep. Saville explains, "I am excited by how the collection brings the industry of the land, in raw form, into the living environment." Each piece offers a unique texture, color palette, and overall aesthetic. For example, the rugs are handwoven and boast a coarse texture. While the curtains are fabricated using woven Trevira CS yarns and offer a sleek finish. While the upholstery comes in 11 color offerings and is made using British wool.
The collection is pronounced and playful, and thanks to its expansive color palette, it has something for everyone.
Image Credit: Peter Saville, Kvadrat
What's Driving This Trend
- Textile Industry Innovation
- The collaboration between Peter Saville and Kvadrat showcase how textile and graphic design can complement and elevate one another.
- Sustainability in Textile Production
- With the use of British wool and Trevira CS yarn, the 'Technicolour' collection shows how it is possible to create a visually stunning collection while utilizing sustainable textiles.
- Customized Textile Design
- The diverse color palette and unique textures offered by the 'Technicolor' collection shows the potential for personalized and customized textile design for residential and commercial spaces.
Who This Affects Most
- Textile Manufacturing Industry
- The 'Technicolour' collection showcases trends and opportunities for textile manufacturers to expand their product offerings and collaborate with graphic designers.
- Graphic Design Industry
- This collaboration highlights the potential for graphic designers to enter into the textile industry and push the boundaries of traditional textile design with their unique skills and approach.
- Interior Design Industry
- The 'Technicolour' collection offers insights into how interior designers can utilize textiles and bold colors to create memorable and unique spaces for their clients.
