WAYS OF SEEING

Clay Scan by Eny Lee Parker explored the tactile nature of clay, transforming its sculptural forms into textured, two-dimensional rug designs. Using scans of her hand-shaped clay work, cc-tapis artisans in Nepal translated the raw textures into three unique rugs made of Himalayan wool, capturing the material’s natural imperfections and earthy tones.

India Mahdavi’s Rebus collection transforms words and ideas into playful, abstract shapes, creating a symbolic visual language that invites interpretation. Crafted at the cc-tapis atelier in Nepal, each rug features a delicate fade effect achieved through expert blending of wool threads in varying saturations, resulting in a refined and expressive color palette.

Inspired by his long-standing work with copper, Kwangho Lee collaborated with cc-tapis on The Color of Copper (TCOC), a collection of four hand-knotted rugs that translate the metal’s oxidation process into textile form. Using Himalayan wool, pure silk, and aloe fibers, the rugs reflect the evolving hues of copper—from deep reddish tones to vibrant green patinas—through geometric motifs and a rich, layered color palette crafted by skilled artisans.

Bethan Laura Wood’s Soft Wood rug reinterpreted her signature wooden veneer work into a vibrant, hand-knotted textile. Crafted in Nepal with Himalayan wool, the rug featured a kaleidoscopic, soft-focus pattern inspired by digitally manipulated pages of her custom veneer “book block.” The result was a richly layered, non-repeating composition that echoed marquetry and book-matching techniques, inviting viewers into a whimsical landscape of hidden forms and shifting details.

Cristina Celestino’s Rilievo collection, created with cc-tapis, transformed the surface of a rug into a sculptural, three-dimensional composition. Inspired by organic geometries and architectural reliefs, the design featured an embossed motif manually carved into an exceptionally thick wool pile. Crafted using handloom techniques and dyed in natural earthy tones, Rilievo blended trompe-l'œil illusion with tactile depth, echoing the elegance of terracotta reliefs and celebrating the fusion of contemporary design with artisanal mastery.

With Monograph, cc-tapis and destroyers/builders brought an architectural, hands-on approach to rug design, translating the studio’s process-driven methods into textile form. Inspired by paper collages and adhesive tape, the collection marked destroyers/builders’ first foray into two-dimensional design, using jute and wool to recreate the layered textures and tonal transparencies of taped surfaces. Crafted by Indian artisans, the rugs were assembled from oversized, stitched-together pieces, echoing the raw, sculptural quality of the studio’s work in materials like metal and wood.

Inspired by the metallic mesh central to their architectural work, Gaëlle Lauriot-Prévost and Dominique Perrault collaborated with cc-tapis to reinterpret this industrial material through wool in the Spiralé collection. Originally used in large-scale architecture, the mesh now takes the form of a chevron-like rug, expanding and contracting across its surface. The collection features a gradient of undyed wools, celebrating the natural hues of the fiber, and offers a tactile, geometric design that blends structure and softness.

Patricia Urquiola’s Ripple collection translated the fluidity of digital gestures into handcrafted rugs with layered, kinetic patterns. Through variations in cut-pile height and texture, each piece conveyed depth and movement, celebrating the fusion of innovation and traditional craftsmanship. Available in bold colorways—from earthy ochres to vibrant greens and pinks—Ripple brought dynamic energy and tactile richness to any space.

Patricia Urquiola’s Cryptid collection reimagined traditional dhurries as dynamic, embroidered landscapes inhabited by tiny, abstract creatures. Inspired by her hand-drawn digital sketches, the rugs were crafted by Indian female artisans using a traditional Spanish stitching technique, blending earthy and oceanic tones to evoke a sense of rhythm and fluidity. The collection fused craftsmanship with sustainability, optimizing materials and celebrating Urquiola’s cultural heritage. 
 

Grandma Patterns, a collaboration between cc-tapis and Rop van Mierlo, reimagined traditional tartan through a playful, textural lens. Using his wet paper technique, van Mierlo created five vibrant, unpredictable designs that merged nostalgic plaid references with bold colors and shaggy textures. Handcrafted with natural materials, the collection transformed abstract water lines and imprecise grids into expressive rugs, blending the wild with the domestic in a tribute to spontaneity and comfort.

Folds, Cristián Mohaded and cc-tapis transformed spontaneous sketchwork into a poetic series of hand-woven rugs. Beginning with fluid pen strokes on paper, Mohaded explored movement and layering to create depth, which cc-tapis artisans translated into rhythmic, textured compositions. The lines unfolded like landscapes—echoing stones, shells, and wind-swept forms—blending soft tones with natural harmony in rugs that captured the quiet, evolving rhythm of nature.

Chemin Vers Milano is a vibrant collaboration between textile artist Damien Ajavon and cc-tapis, celebrating Milan’s dynamic contrasts of classical and industrial, and the city’s layered identity. Drawing on his signature lace and knitting techniques, Ajavon transforms two-dimensional textiles into sculptural rugs with three-dimensional effects. Hand-dyed fibers in contrasting hues mirror Milan’s rich, multi-layered essence, reflecting Ajavon’s artistic evolution and Afropean heritage. This collection is not just a tribute to Milan, but a journey of craftsmanship and cultural connection.