txt.ure Launches Barragán Rugs Collection Reviving Lost Weaving Techniques

The design studio txt.ure, located in Mexico City and established by art historian Regina Pozo, has introduced Barragán Rugs, a new collection developed in partnership with Azotea and the French graphic design firm Ich&Kar. This initiative arose from the need to restore original wool rugs at Casa Luis Barragán, which had suffered damage. Instead of mimicking Barragán's style, the studio explored nearly extinct Turkish-knot weaving methods from Mexico. Collaborating with Casa Luis Barragán, Fundación Tapatía Luis Barragán, and master artisan Tito Millán, they dedicated years to reviving this technique, including sourcing local wool and creating custom dyes. Each of the three rugs, featuring Ich&Kar's unique graphics inspired by pre-Hispanic designs, takes six weeks to craft, requires two artisans, and includes over 36,000 knots. Handmade in Estado de México, they are designed for easy repair. Previously, the studio attracted attention for its woven petate furniture, drawing from archival research before working with artisans in San Pedro Tultepec. Emilio Trujillo characterized their method as 'territorial translation,' highlighting the significance of place, materials, and cultural narratives.