# Sensorial Textile Exhibitions The Portals Exhibition by Merida Studio Spotlights Sylvie Johnson By Kalin Ned | Published 2024-08-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvie-johnson References: [meridastudio](https://meridastudio.com/)  The Portals exhibition by Merida Studio showcases the work of Sylvie Johnson, a renowned Paris-based Artistic Director and [textile artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textile-production). Running from June to September 2024, the exhibition features pieces from the Atelier [Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-o-series-1), which spans five years of creative exploration. This body of work emphasizes the interplay between art, design, and craft, highlighting Sylvie Johnson's unique approach to textile creation. The Portals exhibition was curated by Aaron Chng. The design emphasizes the sensorial qualities of Sylvie Johnson's designs, particularly how they interact with light and shadow. The layout of the exhibition is carefully considered, with pieces displayed in a linear gallery space contrasted by [oval 'portals' on the floor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duo-installation). This arrangement draws attention to the pieces on display and the subtle nuances in texture and color. Image Credit: Patrick Kolts ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 27% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sensorial Textile Art:** The Portals exhibition spotlights how textile art can be experienced through the senses of sight and touch, enhancing its immersive quality. - **Interactive Gallery Design:** The oval 'portals' and linear gallery layout exemplify innovative ways to curate and display art, creating a dynamic viewer experience. - **Light-responsive Textiles:** Sylvie Johnson's work demonstrates how textiles can interact with light and shadow, opening new avenues for design applications. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Exhibitions:** Emphasizing sensorial and interactive elements redefines how monthly or seasonal art exhibitions attract and engage audiences. - **Textile Design:** Exploring the interplay of light and texture in textile design offers fresh, innovative product opportunities for the fashion and home decor markets. - **Interior Design:** The integration of interactive spatial layouts in gallery design influences how interior designers can rethink public and private spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Portal Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-portal-galleries.md) - [Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portalm-x-virtual-fashion-exhibition.md) - [Dynamic Immersive Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amongus.md) - [Textile Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral.md) - [Cultural Exhibition Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melina-romano.md) - [Materiality-Focused Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-rhizomes.md) - [Nordic Design-Focused Multi-Sensory Explorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sound-of-material.md) - [Tactile Material Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-world-sharp-edges.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md)