STYLE REPORT
THE COLLECTION
Two industry heavyweights join forces to create this season’s most exciting new designs
When we heard that Morris & Co had teamed up with interior designer – and Morris enthusiast – Ben Pentreath (pictured), we knew we were in for something special. The Queen Square collection, named after the street that once housed the Morris & Co factory, revives Blackthorn and Daffodil from the archives, alongside cherished designs such as Willow Bough, all of which Ben has reimagined in olive green, burnt orange and vivid turquoise across 18 fabrics and papers.
THE INNOVATION
Exciting new textiles made using cutting-edge techniques push the boundaries
Known for its experimental style, Kirkby Design has launched two hi-tech collections. Futurebound comprises nine decorative weaves created with methods that use electric needles to punch pattern into velvet, metallic yarn to form shapes, and cross-dyed crushed velvet (where fabric is dyed twice to achieve a two-colour effect). The second range
