Architect and Builder November/December 2015 | Page 81
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SIXTH SENSE - SOFT SOUNDS
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where fashion and function intersect. Made from Stainproof SDX for superior wear and
colour clarity, this tufted broadloom carpet is the conservative alternative in the luxurious
“Touch Design” collection.
AFRICAN COLLECTION
The African Collection offers a variety of ‘wilder’ patterns and colours that celebrate Africa’s
cultural heritage – superb for lodges, boutique hotels and resorts.
Expanding Tuftweave’s design library of over 150 designs, the African Collection includes
eight ranges featuring traditional shapes and patterns to more contemporary interpretations.
Each pattern tells a vibrant story, conveyed through symbolism and abstract designs that
represent the contrasting landscapes and diversity of this colourful continent.
As a sample of Africa’s ancient art and craft traditions, including weaving, basketry and
murals, the collection celebrates the decorative and aesthetic influence of the continent on
modern fashion and design.
1. Connection - features a continuous link depicting the abstract concept of connection
and togetheness;
2. Vibrance - inspired by traditional handcrafted textiles featuring eccentric geometric
shapes applied to woven cloth through appliqué and embroidery;
3. Continuum - a suggestion of the continuum from traditional to contemporary through the
intersection of striking horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines with dynamic colourful forms;
4. Direction - a subdued form of African geometry including the typical chevron of ancient
mural art. Celebrates the traditional within the context of present;
5. Rhythm - wave-like motion of form and colour advancing and receding, creating strong
optical vibrations that depict the African landscape;
6. Tradition - diamonds, zigzags, chevrons and triangles represent a strong sense of order
and structure often seen in traditional beadwork, basketry and adornment;
7. Progress - inspired by African textiles sewn together to create vibrant, complex and
colourful linear forms. Composed primarily of lines contrasted against empty forms;
8. Experience - mathematical and geometric symb