The rug collection by Kristiina Lassus is inspired by travel, far-off cultures and traditions, love for
weaving and colour, and nature. From a passion for ancient traditional handicraft but with a modern insight, it is devised to furnish contemporary spaces, whether modern or classic, in the city and country, conceived for people who appreciate special quality and beauty even under their feet.
Kristiina Lassus is an architect, designer and design manager of international renown. Born in Finland, she moved to Italy in 1997, and in 2004 began travelling intensively to India and Nepal, where even today she usually spends much of her time.
It is in these countries that she manufactures her collection of rugs, knotted by hand, made with
traditional handicraft techniques that require a long manufacturing process, about 3-4 months for each piece. The materials she employs are mainly hand spun wool and linen.
Every small step in the production stage slowly leads to a precious outcome rich in nuances, steeped in history and customs handed down from generation to generation.
Every piece is unique and original.
The rugs are produced in limited and numbered.
No child labour has been used in the creation of these carpets.
The rug collection available at the De Padova showroom in Milan is composed of pieces made with different techniques: the Tibetan knot, handmade in Nepal and the Persian knot, handmade in India.
Kristiina Lassus website: www.kristiinalassus.com
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