Category: Drapery

New HOTP Collection: A Picnic In Provence

Introducing ‘A Picnic In Provence,’ our latest in-house print collection meticulously crafted by Chloe Evans and Brigitte Marlot. This collection is a heartfelt tribute to ‘Les Indiennes,’ the vibrant cotton fabrics that grace Provençal markets, capturing the irresistible charm of southern France with a contemporary twist. The History “Les Indiennes” are undeniably Provençal, yet their … continue reading

Lizzy Stageman

Lizzy Stageman Celebrates Culture and Connection With New Collection

“Express who you are. Find beauty wherever you can and celebrate that.” The message from the inaugural contract furnishings collection by Lizzy Stageman promotes culture and connection in an elegant and meaningful way. A proud descendant of the Wiradjuri Ngiyampaa and Barkindji nations, Lizzy’s contemporary Aboriginal designs beautifully blend life experiences and stories, demonstrating remarkable … continue reading

commercial-grade printed fabric

Commercial-Grade Printed Fabric Tested for Durability and Lightfastness

How durable and lightfast is our commercial-grade printed fabric exactly? Many of you will be familiar with the rub rate of our woven fabrics and base cloths. But what happens to these results when the fabric is printed with a design? This is a very good question! We chose two printed fabrics and put them … continue reading

colour in design

Colour Crush! Say Hello To The Mineralism Collection By Shibori

Move over minimalism and say hello to Mineralism! When it comes to interior design, colour plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming and comfortable space. Whether you’re designing a hotel lobby, a hospital waiting room, or a corporate office, understanding the psychology of colour and its impact on human behaviour is essential for creating … continue reading

Jimmy Pike Aboriginal design, Desert in Colour

Desert Colour Stories For Jimmy Pike’s New Collection

“The desert colour stories of our new collection are designed to take you through the diversity of the Great Sandy Desert, highlighting the illustrative, storytelling ways of Jimmy Pike,” says our Lead Textile Designer, Chloe Evans. Desert Colour Stories “The desert spirit is fun, adventurous, natural, playful and cosmic,” says Steve Culley, MD & Founder … continue reading

Aboriginal Designs By Jimmy Pike Enrich Australasia

Aboriginal designs adds depth and meaning to interiors through the exceptional talent of Walmajarri artist, Jimmy Pike (1940-2002) and his second collection with Materialised, Desert in Colour. “The stars aligned when we met Steve Culley, MD of Desert Designs, in 2018,” says Belinda Price, Director at Materialised. “The first collection, Desert Goes Digital, has been … continue reading

QT Newcastle hotel design

Hotel Design Explored With QT Designer, Nic Graham

Hotel design creates a whole new level of boutique experience when the designer works a meticulously thought-out brief with custom pieces, all speaking to a local narrative. With the launch of the incredible QT Newcastle we posed questions to Interior Designer Nic Graham & Associates about his hotel design expertise. Here’s an insight into his … continue reading

Double Quarter Stripe, Florence Broadhurst, Three Birds Renovations

What Is ‘Railroaded’ and Wide Width Fabric?

What does the term railroaded mean when it comes to suppling a design printed on a fabric base cloth? Here you’ll find an explanation of railroaded (or railroading) as well as when to choose wide width railroaded fabric. So, what does railroaded mean exactly? STANDARD: Most directional patterns, be they woven or printed, run ‘up’ … continue reading