textile design
Arcam Amsterdam
Project Scope
custom curtains for permanent exhibition
For the new permanent exhibition layout of the architecture centre Arcam in Amsterdam, I was commissioned by architecture studio Dérive to design curtains for a new, modular, and more inclusive scenography. The scenography contributes to the optimal use of space and improves the existing qualities of the building. Everything is made to measure, including the curtains. The curtains provide a modular and flexible interpretation of the space, drawing attention to what needs to be highlighted and guiding the visitor.
The print and colour harmony of the curtains is derived from my biodesign research Living Colour. With prints of my bacteria-coloured textiles, we reflect the atmosphere of experimentation. This is what Arcam stands for; a kind of laboratory where the city is worked on. The building is also located in a maritime environment. We wanted to bring this feeling back into the rather greyish surroundings. During the day the hues are subtle and transparent and at night they transform into a monochromatic harmony of blues, to create a more intimate atmosphere.
Project
Textile Design
Laura Luchtman, Kukka
Design Scenography
Dérive (Hedwig van der Linden, Kevin Westerveld, Margot de Caster), in collaboration with Maxime Prananto and assisted by Maxine Dhuyvetters
Curtain production
Prints van Oranje
Curtain tailoring and installation
Walter van Lier
Photography
Maarten Nauw
Press
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