Splash captures the kind of moment that usually evaporates as quickly as it appears, the instant when paint leaves the brush and lands in an unplanned, perfect pattern. This design takes that impulse and fixes it in textile form, allowing a fleeting artistic gesture to live permanently within a space.
The concept begins with the language of abstract art. The surface is scattered with color in unpredictable rhythms, as if created by a single motion of the arm and a quick flick of the wrist. There is no sense of containment, no neat outlines to rein in the energy. Each speck, dot, and dash feels like it arrived exactly where it was meant to, guided by instinct rather than calculation. In this way, Splash mirrors the nature of human emotion: vivid, shifting, and often resistant to structure.
Designer: Julia Kononenko
Color drives its personality. Across the neutral base of the white version, bright pigments in orange, pink, blue, green, and black create a lively visual conversation. The orange variant turns the effect inside out, giving the warm, saturated background an immediate sense of presence, while the multicolored flecks provide texture and depth. The orange, especially, seems to radiate optimism, as if inviting sunlight into the room.
In periods when home has become both a personal retreat and the backdrop to everyday life, the role of design shifts. Interiors no longer serve as static showpieces; they become active participants in mood and well-being. Splash meets that need with an energy that uplifts without overwhelming. The colors are arranged in a way that sparks curiosity but never clutters the eye, offering a sense of movement while keeping balance.
A subtle connection to terrazzo surfaces gives the design an extra layer of versatility. The flecked pattern recalls the embedded chips of traditional terrazzo, allowing the carpet to either stand out as a feature or blend harmoniously with similar flooring. In spaces that already have terrazzo, Splash can almost camouflage, a clever visual trick that merges art with architectural detail.
The tactile quality is just as important as the visual. The soft yet durable textile invites contact, making it as comfortable to walk across as it is to look at. This combination of sensory appeal and artistic statement means Splash can sit in a variety of settings, from a bright, modern living room to a creative workspace where inspiration is always welcome.
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