For two decades we have been fortunate enough to call Paul Smith our most
colorful collaborator. After a chance encounter in his Notting Hill shop with
Christopher Sharp, founder of The Rug Company, Smith first began designing
rugs with us in 2000.
Daring, bold and irreverent, his myriad collections feature a diverse assortment
of rugs. From traditional aubussons to bright stripes and bold swirls, our new
additions pay homage to some of his most iconic and best-loved designs.
Musée Picasso x Paul Smith
Installation
Recognized for his approach to creating timeless, colorful designs with a twist, Paul Smith has introduced his iconic rainbow stripes to the
Picasso Celebration: The Collection In A Light! exhibition at the Musée Picasso in Paris.
We worked with Paul Smith to adapt his signature Stripe rug into a monumental installation that runs from floor to ceiling, providing a playful pathway through the exhibition.
The Evolution of Swirl:
Smith’s quintessential
Swirl rug has appeared in seven colourways over the past
20 years and we’re thrilled to showcase its iconic progression while introducing
you to its newest sibling;
Modern Swirl.
20 years of the Swirl (from top left):
Swirl: 2000, Monochrome Swirl: 2002, Brown Swirl: 2003,
Paris Swirl: 2004, Swirl Silk: 2005, Pale Swirl: 2006, London Swirl: 2011, Modern Swirl: 2020
Reworking the uplifting pattern in a new fresh colorway, his hypnotic trademark
stripe is adapted in a multicolored vibrant palette of muted jewel tones to create
unwavering versatility.
Each of its 32 colours takes our Dye Master 12 hours to perfect and are carefully
calibrated to coalesce rather than clash.
