Textile Design & Development
The process remains the same
Overview
Designing and specializing in premium Nepalese rugs and carpets servicing global clientele including embassies, estates, high-end hotels, and businesses.
Where my work has been featured
Role & Duration
VP Creative Director | NSM
Branding, Website development, Marketing Materials, Hand-painted and digital CADS for clients + mills, Inspection of products in Nepal as well as on location with clients
Managed a team of 3 designers in NYC & 4 Carpet Mills in Kathmandu
January 2009 - January 2015
The Problem
End users want something that cannot be woven or what they’ve referenced is a different material or texture. We try and find ways to mimic texture through unique weaving styles and constructions. Clients approve artwork but that same artwork needs to be redrawn for the mill to avoid issues.
SALESFORCE OHANA FLOOR
Working with a high end Interior Company here in San Francisco, I’ve been fortunate to have designed the carpets on the Ohana Floor for the Salesforce tower in San Francisco, New York, London, and Atlanta.
The Solution
Over the years I’ve learned how to prepare unique mill-art as well as beautiful client work. I know how construction works and how to achieve certain looks that resonate with clients. Having a good relationship with the mill and being able to understand the nuances of what goes into carpet weaving takes time and lots of trial and error.
The work that goes into reproducing an antique French Aubusson style rug. In this case it was fairly simple given the images gave me enough to go off.
