TIERRAS COLLECTION
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‘Tierras’ is our 2016 collection that encompasses a variety of qualities and textures. The collection features re-workings of historical elements taken from the decorative arts, such as tiles of different origins and periods, creating an impressive geometric combination in a printed design. Other new geometric prints with a variety of motifs, their scales and colours are presented on 100% linen ground. Refined double width linens offer broad options of use as light curtains, featuring geometric motifs, several of them with ikat weave technique. Inspired by the 1960s and pop art, jacquard...

Inspiration of tiles is combined with geometric patterns of contrasting colors, as Prati and Monti. Also, Chinese labyrinth patterns or ikats finishings like Trevi fabric or Parioni, a typical ‘trellis’ that oversized acquires a spectacular presence. Polychrome upholstery chair in Prati The highlight of this collection is a print with motifs of tiles dating back to the times when those shapes were a reflection of new aesthetic elements. The images of tiles are reminiscent of ceramic trade in Europe that appeared to counteract the monopoly of China blue and white porcelain. In Holland and...

Wall and ceiling in Pavia - Curtains in Varese In this collection of upholstery weaves, geometrics are blended with elements of hand-made textiles from all over the world (South America, Asia, Europe and Africa). Geometrics are a common feature of all traditional motifs, that allows us to draw parallels, for example, amongst motifs of Navajo origin with Asian patterns. Textured fabrics with a great variety of motifs and scales for upholstery use combine with the rest of the collection.

Upholstery chair in Moena - Curtains in Parioni Inspired by the Andean Mountains where llamas used to graze since the dawn of time, long before being discovered by the West, this collection is based on pre-Colombian motifs. Utilising colorways that alongside the effect of traditional weaving technique give a result of a sophisticated fabric that works beautifully in both town house interiors and relaxed country living.

Toscana Reminiscent of 1960s when geometrics in black and white took a leading role in terms of aesthetics, this collection evokes the mood of Swinging London of Carnaby Street, Twiggy and novel façades at Sloane Street. This collection of black and white designs comprises a range of weaves with a popart appeal along with a medieval damask, originally more classic, that has been given a contemporary edge. Mattress in Monti - Roller in Prati - Pillow in Trevi

mare Intricate geometric shapes embroidered on linen, coming from ikat motifs used on original mythical Caucasian kaftans, updated in subtle, bright geometric designs that coordinate with stripes and jacquards. The beauty of the motifs is enhanced with a superb quality in double width.

Woven in a herringbone construction, this subtle bouclé semi-plain, as well as the plain, recall traditional weaving with the fabric itself and its colour way. The result is a richness of effects when the texture is uneven and so as the colour, inspired by natural dyes.

Tablecloth in Caprera - Chair cushion in Salina Smart cotton plain with smaller scale herringbone for multi-purpose use in upholstery and curtains.

Almudena Leon Bajo Derecha