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Shagreen

About Shagreen Plucked directly from nature, this alluring pattern is actually a close inspection of the cellular structure of plant life. Yet when exploded and arranged into repeat, what emerged was a strong reference to shagreen, the tinted and polished skin of the stingray, which enjoyed extreme popularity during the Art Deco period. Imagine this […]

Batik

About Batik Originally a one-off wax resist piece, Batik grew in personality as we arranged it into a user-friendly repeat and began experimenting with color. Immediately, we were reminded of the alluring hand-printed textiles of Indonesia, hence its name. At once Bohemian yet orderly, Batik will bring a youthful exoticism to any scheme. Pictured Above: […]

Flora

About Flora Flora is a pattern derived from a close inspection of nature. Within the petals, stamens, and pistils of a flower are fascinating shapes and colors that undulate with intense energy while maintaining an extraordinary order and symmetry. Arranged in repeat, these motifs take on the personality of artisanal Mediterranean tile work, creating a […]