Eastern Perspectives

Material concepts

01/ Eastern Perspective Colour Material 02/ Altered Earth Colour Material 03/ History, Future, Now Colour Material 04/ Neuro Aesthetics Colour Material

 

 Material direction

 

“Study the past, if you would divine the future.”

Conficius

 

Material Concepts

 
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LIGHTWEIGHT

The materials of Eastern Perspective are lightweight, resembling materialised air; for instance, featherweight nylon. Fluidity and light effects impart an extra dimension to the materials. Materials with an iridescent glow reflect the light. Coatings have a wet and liquid look. Fabrics resemble woven light, with shifting metallics.

 
 
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Iridescent holographic prism/ TPU

Iridescent holographic prism/ TPU

Mesh cloud applique/ organza

Mesh cloud applique/ organza

 
 
 
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Fluid

The materials have a smooth, fluid surface. Finishes are shiny, with a liquid appearance. Fabrics display melange effects, giving greater depth to the colour. The materials and patterns are inspired by the movement of data streams; pixels that form melanges, speed that creates gradients. Translucence is emphasised, the light affects the materials. Metallics are smooth and take on a mysterious allure when they are deeply coloured. A touch of gold in the materials evokes nostalgia and the search for beauty and symbolism. The metallics create shifting colour effects: blues take on a green tone; dark reds show a hint of purple.

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Padded volume rib/ polyester

Padded volume rib/ polyester

Metallic movements pattern/ cotton with metallic paint

Metallic movements pattern/ cotton with metallic paint

 
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NOSTALGIC BEAUTY

Craft unites East and West. Ancient techniques are being used in new ways, connecting the past to the future. The warmth and familiarity of ancient crafts are passing down tradition and culture and shaping a local identity. A thin layer of patina reflects a material’s aged and weathered state. It forms an effect on the surface of copper, brass, bronze, stone, leather or wood. Patina gives a material greater depth and adds life to shapes and textures.

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Lilac pearl effect coating/ cotton with PVC coating

Lilac pearl effect coating/ cotton with PVC coating

Metal effect synthetic/ PVC

Metal effect synthetic/ PVC

 
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WOOD & BAMBOO

Wood is lightweight and fast-growing, such as bamboo. Simple woven patterns and structures are inspired by natural materials like leaves. Different types of wood are used, bamboo is combined with natural stone and marble, combining traditional skills and timeless beauty.

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Woven grasses on paper backing

Woven grasses on paper backing

Bamboo strips

Bamboo strips

 

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