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Behind the Design: ALPENGLOW

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Behind the Design: ALPENGLOW

In my design practice, we draw inspiration from the fluid forms found in natural and urban landscapes to create spaces that imbue a sense of tranquility and introspection. In May 2022, we released the Mystique Collection, featuring the ALPENGLOW pattern, which was inspired by the warm light that reflects off of a mountain during transitional moments of the day. Available in four different colorways: Earth, Garnet, Mica, and Topaz, this design is one of the centerpieces of the collection so we wanted to take a moment to dig a little deeper into the making of this product line and go behind the creation of...

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Enhancing Spaces within Ernst & Young’s Chicago HQ

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Enhancing Spaces within Ernst & Young’s Chicago HQ

  As a company, we believe that design can be transformative and enhance the human experience. We draw inspiration from natural textures and movements to create captivating and meditative designs that invite the viewer to pause and reflect. In early 2022, Perkins + Will, an architectural firm, approached us on behalf of Ernst & Young, a global consulting and advisory firm, to create modern wallcoverings for their Chicago headquarters. The goal of the project was to unify the various spaces in the office, such as conference rooms, office spaces, and public bathrooms, with designs that promote productivity and improve the...

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Trade Favorite: Wescover Interview with Jill Malek

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Trade Favorite: Wescover Interview with Jill Malek

  This interview is re-posted from Wescover's website, to see the original post click here.   Modern wallpaper is a beautiful, classic way to upgrade your home. With modern wallpaper designs, artists like Jill Malek build the perfect background to any space. Important distinctions in Jill’s work include the touching, soft nature of humanism, and how stories can be told through her designs. Based out of New York, NY, a high-end feel is key to her beautiful, flowing wall coverings. Above all, Jill’s passion for her work radiates through her pieces. Wescover wanted to learn more about Jill Malek’s design...

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Designing for Healing: How Our 'MELT' Wallcoverings Transform Dermatology Centers

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Designing for Healing: How Our 'MELT' Wallcoverings Transform Dermatology Centers

  As a design firm inspired by nature and wellness, we believe that design can play a crucial role in creating soothing, healing spaces. That's why we were thrilled to work with two leading dermatology centers, UnionDerm (Union Square & Central Park locations) and Dermatology Center of Newport Beach, to bring our signature wallpaper, MELT in the ‘Dusk’ colorway, to their patient rooms and hallways.    The Union Square Dermatology project, designed by the talented team at Studio AI, was all about creating accent walls that would provide a calming contrast to the clinical environment. By using MELT in Dusk,...

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Five Questions with Jill Malek: Astek Interview

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Five Questions with Jill Malek: Astek Interview

  This interview is re-posted from Astek's website, to see the original post click here.   We had the pleasure of working with designer Jill Malek on our new mountain-inspired wallcovering collection Ascend. The beauty and artistry of the Ascend collection speak for itself, be we wanted to learn more about the designer’s process and point of view. With more than a decade of experience running her studio, we were interested in everything from her approach to her family life to her wellness rituals. In addition to her product lines, Jill’s stellar portfolio features several industry giants, such as Google and...

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