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Rockwell’s second collection for Jim Thompson explores abstracted designs inspired by dreams
David Rockwell partners with Jim Thompson for dream-inspired fabric collection Architect David Rockwell has created
Our new Dreams Collection is inspired by nature, but filtered by dreams and the subconscious Barry Richards
a collection of fabrics to be used ● Barry Richards, the Rockwell Group
with the textile house and long-time
various weaving techniques and surface
collaborator Jim Thompson.
treatments in order to achieve the
Called Dreams, the collection was inspired by dreamscapes, particularly the ways in which images appear to blur around the edges while still being
Available in a range of materials, the fabrics are designed to have multiple uses. In addition, Rockwell has created
recognisable. Boasting 12 patterns in all,
two new designs in sky-inspired
the fabrics reflect Rockwell’s fascination
hues for Thompson’s Atmospheric
with light, and draw on his extensive
collection of wall coverings.
experience designing for hospitality, culture, theatre and residential projects. Featuring abstracted natural images, the fabrics have an ethereal, misty quality, enhanced by Rockwell’s use
PHOTO: GEORGIE WOOD
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desired colours and textural variations.
“It’s critical to never underestimate your intuition, memories and imagination,” says Barry Richards, principal and studio leader at the Rockwell Group. “Our Dreams Collection is
of colour, which creates drama and
inspired by nature, but filtered by
mystery, while softer hues create a
dreams and the subconscious.”
sense of light and ephemerality. The partnership with Thompson enabled Rockwell to experiment with
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CLAD mag 2019 ISSUE 1