Hella Jongerius's 'Entrelacs' Turns Lafayette Anticipations into a Living Weaving Lab
At Lafayette Anticipations in Paris, the exhibition 'Entrelacs' by Dutch designer Hella Jongerius runs from June 7 to September 8, 2019, turning the venue into a weaving research hub. It showcases three active looms operated by skilled weavers from Jongeriuslab. By the conclusion of the exhibit, vibrant threads cascade from the third floor, creating three large woven spheres. On the first floor, a specially designed wooden machine integrates four looms for 3D weaving exploration, while the second floor features a TC2 digital loom aimed at enhancing Jacquard techniques. Born in 1963, Jongerius merges traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and has engaged in numerous significant projects. François Quintin, the director, highlights the center's role in supporting artists during their creative processes.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Entrelacs' by Hella Jongerius at Lafayette Anticipations, Paris, June 7–September 8, 2019.
- Three operational looms: a central thread installation forming woven spheres, a custom 3D weaving machine, and a TC2 digital loom.
- Jongeriuslab designers and invited professionals work publicly on weaving research.
- Jongerius born 1963 in Netherlands, graduated Eindhoven Design Academy 1990.
- Notable past works: Royal Tichelaar Makkum porcelain (1998), Ikea vases (2005), Frog Table for Galerie Kréo (2009), KLM business-class interiors (2012), UN North Delegates' Lounge (2013).
- Jongerius is art director for colors and materials at Vitra and oversees Maharam textile patterns.
- Building originally housed a BHV sewing workshop in 1891.
- Exhibition focuses on research not pursued by industry due to profit constraints.
Entities
Artists
- Hella Jongerius
Institutions
- Lafayette Anticipations
- Galeries Lafayette
- Jongeriuslab
- Eindhoven Design Academy
- Royal Tichelaar Makkum
- Ikea
- Galerie Kréo
- KLM
- United Nations
- Vitra
- Maharam
- BHV
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Netherlands
- Eindhoven
- New York
- United States
Sources
- artpress —