We are interested in what fabric can bring to life. This journal is a celebration of the lifestyle, culture and design that influences what we do.
Trends & Inspiration
Textiles have been used to tell stories for millennia but few more so than through the bucolic, floral, cultural, and industrial illustrations of monochrome toile de Jouy. Raspberry red printed onto white or off-white cotton ground dominated 18th century iterations while blue, bisque, purple, and...
Like interior design, textile design is embracing a grand mixing and matching of contemporary and traditional styles and cultural influences. We see the pairing of classic motifs in modern colour palettes not only in our statement print designs Sakura, Botanist, and Toile de Jouy by James Dunlop,...
Wallcoverings influence the atmosphere and personality of your spaces, be they commercial or residential, an open plan living space or a tiny bathroom. Both in our showrooms and international design coverage we’re noticing an evolution of trends relating to the texture, colour, and design styles ...
Alcova is a standout group presentation and mainstay of Milan Design Week. Founded by Joseph Grima (Space Caviar) and Valentina Ciuffi (Studio Vedèt), it has previously been held in former bakery and cashmere factories, as well as a military hospital complex. In 2023, the fifth-annual exhibition ...
Our 2023 macrotrends – reconstructed legacy, escapism, and creative confidence – presented themselves in a myriad of interpretations at Milan Design Week, emphasizing the malleability and relevance of these overarching themes. At James Dunlop we see trends as an evolution of creative expression o...
Held each spring on the picturesque Lake Como, Proposte is a key trade fair in our designer’s calendar. An event where mills from Italy and around the world gather to showcase their latest textile constructions, colour palettes, designs, and technological innovations. Read on to discover which tr...
Textile fairs are a key source of inspiration for our designers who reinterpret global trends to suit our lifestyle, design preferences, and the practical needs of our market. In January, the Design Directors of Mokum and James Dunlop attended Heimtextil, an annual trade fair held in Frankfurt, G...
Alongside increasing demand for high performance upholstery fabrics that can withstand the usage and requirements for both residential and commercial interiors, is the desire for high-performance fabrics with a soft feel and stylish aesthetic. We take a look at ten of our favourite high performan...
