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Patterns

Thessaly

Thessaly pattern is inspired by the motifs of the area’s long weaving tradition. It is a composition of different figures as they were found on various traditional textiles. Their form brings to mind the weaver’s drawing grid of as well as pixel art aesthetics. Thessaly

Milos

The idea for the pattern is derived from the protocycladic ceramics found in the island of Milos. The composition was created by editing editing various designs and forms that were handpainted on prehistoric pieces of pottery - kernoi, jugs and vases. A repurposing of the

Crete

Our concept for the patterns can be summed up in one phrase: “one dress – one detail”. In practice, what this meant was a process of deconstructing and reformulating elements that were taken from the intricate adornment of a 17th century Cretan dress. By eliminating

Athens

The Project: The Athens pattern draws its inspiration from the historical center of Athens, specifically the area the Acropolis. Shapes and elements from ancient ceramics, linear compositions in the style of the Doric order, columns, tiles from the Philopappos Hill promenade, owls and the Athenian

Sarakatsani

The Sarakatsani tribe’s aesthetic and imagery permeates a lot of our work. We are captivated by the extraordinary symbols and shapes on their wovens, embroideries and other artifacts. Along with their artistic vibrancy, an important motive for working with the Sarakatsani patterns is their “magical”

Cyclades

The pattern is derived from embroideries and shapes that are found in protocycladic ceramics of the Aegean bringing out the deepest symbolism of our collective memory. The composition was created by editing editing various designs and forms that were handpainted on prehistoric pieces of pottery

Thrace

The "Thrace" pattern draws its inspiration from the traditional tsevres. Tsevres (plural: tsevredes) is a type of folk embroidery, renowned for its unique aesthetics and craftswomanship. Featuring colorful floral motifs, it was traditionally created by Greek women of Eastern Thrace and Asia Minor. The natural