Strategic realignment: Negra and Karlsruhe-based rug label kymo announce merger
The seamless integration of kymo into the Negra structure creates a powerful alliance in the premium rug segment.
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CROSSOVER SUMMER GROOVE - PEAK SEASON FOR THE RED DOT-WINNER
Ribbons overlap, cross each other, contrasting colours appear and disappear again. Sounds combine and fade away again. The rhythm sets in. This is the CROSSOVER by kymo. Just like in music: styles merge and create something new.
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The magic of the knot: kymo's new carpet world
Originality and naturalness are among the most important values of our time. With THE FINEST, kymo returns to its essence, combining the finest raw materials and time-honoured craftsmanship to create sensual works of art.
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AVANT-GARDE DESIGNER RUG MADE FROM DURABLE BELTS FOR INDOORS AND OUTDOORS
In her vision of the future, CROSSOVER, designer Eva Langhans transgresses the boundaries of the formal-aesthetic rug norm and creates a collage of finely woven, hard-wearing belts that, in its technical character, adds an avant-garde variant to the Floorwear® concept.
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HIGH QUALITY FAUX FUR RUG FOR LUXURIOUS LIVING
Soft like real fur, and yet man-made. With our new faux fur rug URBAN SOUL, we are breaking new ground and adding to our Class of Leather – not fur, rather a contemporary interpretation.
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EASY-CARE SHAGGY RUG FOR LOUNGY LIVING ROOMS
A fluffy carpet that hardly picks up dirt and instantly makes any room come alive? Welcome to our new development SG DIVE POLYSILK, a splashy high pile rug with great material properties.
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MODERN RUG WITH SOFT SHIMMER IN MARITIME COLOURS
Our new designer rug SEA:LIGHTS captivates with its understated sheen, mixed with a matte base of high quality New Zealand wool. Highly sound absorbent and soft textured, this rug offers soft elegance for the living room or bedroom.
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OUTDOOR AND INDOOR RUG WITH CUSTOMISABLE CIRCLE DESIGN: OPEN LOOP
The squaring of the circle rethought. The latest designer piece by Eva Langhans surprises with its versatility: OPEN LOOP is equally suitable for indoors and outdoors and offers almost infinite combination possibilities. The individual modules from which the carpet is carefully sewn together by hand can be arranged individually.
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AIRY HIGH-PILE RUG WITH SOFT COLOUR GRADIENT
Our popular SG Airy Premium high pile rug gets a new sister model: the SG Airy Premium Gradient.
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TWEED - NATURAL WOOL RUG FOR COSY LIVING
Low clouds cling to the mountains. Thick wisps of mist creep across the Highland plaints. The cold, clear air smells of rich moss and damp stone. Grazing sheep move across the countryside, their thick coats calmly defying the harsh northern winds.
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THE PERFECT HOME OFFICE RUG - HOW TO CREATE THE BEST WORKING ENVIRONMENT
After two years of increased to complete working from home, many people have now set up a permanent place to work at home. Those who have the opportunity have chosen a corner, a room or even a floor for productive hours.
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NEW DESIGNER RUGS AT THE SALONE DEL MOBILE 2022
This year's Milan Furniture Fair took place for the first time again on the traditional large scale, a great opportunity to marvel at the latest trends in the world of design. Of course, there were also some fresh developments to see from kymo. Here you get an overview of all our novelties:
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NATURAL MOROCCAN CARPETS MADE FROM UNDYED WOOL
The beauty of the desert has fascinated us as human beings for millennia. Our goal with the two rug designs MOROCCAN NOMAD and MOROCCAN ROSE is to use the human hand to capture the heat of this wilderness and its aesthetic appeal. The pile material is as natural as it is pristine: natural wool is the perfect canvas for this traditional design and is also robust and easy to care for.
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AS IF IT HAD GROWN NATURALLY: BRAIDED DESIGNER RUG IN ORGANIC SHAPES
A change of perspective opens the heart and the mind, and often has a horizon-expanding effect. When looking at the world from above, borders fade away and similarities and differences become much clearer. Eva Langhans was particularly taken with the fluid design language of human agriculture as seen from a bird’s eye view, and this is the inspiration for her new braided rug design SHAPES.
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SUPERFLAT - WEATHERPROOF ALL-ROUND RUG FOR INDOORS AND OUTDOORS
Super flat. Super easy. Super convertible. SUPERFLAT.
A hand-woven all-rounder made of robust polypropylene and therefore also suitable for outdoor use and easy to clean. And because it's so super flat, it dries again quickly if it's been raining on it. This high-quality outdoor rug also stands up to all family adventures indoors.
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Build your kymo kaleidoscope and win a designer rug
The kaleidoscope. The epitome of change. Inspiration for countless works of art. Abstract and yet homogeneous. Playing with form and colour. Discovering new perspectives. Simply looking at beautiful things.
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MELTING LINES - MINIMALIST RUG WITH A METALLIC LOOK
Metals have fascinated people for thousands of years – a versatile material, whether weapon, cooking pot or jewelry. Metals also have their place in art as larger-than-life bronze statues or intricate copper engravings. Fine arts and crafts are also the theme and inspiration for MELTING LINES.
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RUG ART MEETS HOTEL À PARFUM: KARIM RASHID X KYMO AT MAGNA PARS HOTEL MILAN
Karim Rashid’s modern-yet-organic designs have unquestionably catapulted him to the heights of all-time dazzling designer stardom. But anyone can experience Rashid’s holistic design language up close – when visiting one of the many hotels worldwide that bear his signature, for example.
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HOW TO CLEAN RUGS MADE OF VISCOSE OR TENCEL
Rugs made from classy viscose or sustainable Tencel™ are wonderfully soft and shiny. Here you can find all necessary information to enjoy your Floorwear® for a long time to come.
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NEW COLOURS FOR BAUHAUS STYLE DESIGNER RUGS
Bauhaus – still fresh and modern after 100 years! Of course we couldn’t let an important anniversary pass us by, as this eye-catching anniversary design probably shows – matter-of-factly and with clarity. SEQUENCE. Now with seven new colours.
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HOW SUSTAINABLE ARE TEXTILES? - A COMPARISON USING THE HIGG MATERIAL INDEX
‘What impact does my product have on the environment?’ Both customers and manufacturers are now asking themselves this question increasingly frequently. But first, the potential impacts must be defined, those relevant identified and the environment affected established.
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TENCEL™ LYOCELL - SUSTAINABLE FIBER OF THE FUTURE?
There are many approaches to the issue of manufacturing sustainable products or making conventional ones more sustainable, and great progress has been made in materials research in recent years. It’s not just an intangible vision of the future, though!
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HOW TO TREAT STAINS IN WOOL CARPETS AND DAILY CARE
In general, wool carpets do not require extensive care. However, regular care maintains the beauty and quality of the carpet.
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HANDMADE FLOKATI RUGS FOR A FLUFFY RETRO LOUNGE FEELING
How is a Flokati rug made? Wool, handicraft, mountain torrents and a lot of love shape this piece of timeless home decor.
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EXCEPTIONAL DESIGNER RUGS - UNIQUE PIECES WITH MODERN PATCHWORK DESIGN
If you feel like choosing an already finished THE MASHUP Collectors Edition, you can browse through these unique pieces. They are available now.
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EXCLUSIVE RUG LAYOUTS FOR THE 10-YEAR DESIGN ANNIVERSARY
Every THE MASHUP Collectors Edition is truly unique. For this design icon’s 10th anniversary, we have come up with something truly special. To mark the occasion, you will get to see the development of some exclusive designs.
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A DESIGN ICON CELEBRATES ITS 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY - THE MASHUP COLLECTORS EDITION
A year in development, this exclusive design concept – based on mine and Thomas Follner’s idea – transformed perfectly into a piece of walk-in art. First presented in 2010, it was then awarded the renowned iF Product Design Award the following year.
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IN THE BEGINNING, THE SEA - DESIGNER EKHI BUSQUET'S MARITIME CREATIONS
This young designer’s creativity has never lulled ever since she first encountered painting through her parents’ friends at the age of ten. In 2010 the French designer with basque origins graduated with a special jury mention in Product Design & Interior Architecture from the ancestral Écolle Boule in Paris.
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CREATE SPACES OF WELL-BEING WITH SUSTAINABLE RUGS FOR THE BATHROOM, KITCHEN AND BALCONY
The new season means changes to both the weather and our living requirements. Whether inside or outside the house, cool stone floors can be a summer saviour. Tiled floors in the bathroom and the kitchen are certainly practical too, but they aren’t particularly pleasant in the autumn.
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AT HOME OUTDOORS: OUR BEST OUTDOOR CARPETS FOR THIS SUMMER
When the weather is nice, we are magically drawn outside… The sunshine, the fresh air and the sounds of nature make us happy and balanced. This led to the trend to design outdoor areas just like indoor areas: Tables, chairs, sofa landscapes and last but not least carpets to connect the furniture and protect bare feet from hot grounds.
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MATERIALS OF THE FUTURE: THE kSilk FIBRE
kSilk is a small sensation. Based on polyester, this new kymo fibre is, to the eye and the touch, closer than ever to its great role model – silk. It combines all the advantages of a synthetic fibre for modern interiors.
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KYMO AND MUSIC
Rhythm, melody, harmony, beat and dramatic composition. There are many factors that come together in music to make it what it is – one of the most emotive products of human endeavour. Music inspires us, influences our thoughts, feelings and actions. Music is a cornerstone in kymo’s foundation. There was a group of student DJ’s who lived out their love for music alongside their entrepreneurial spirit.
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INSPIRED BY THE MAGIC OF THE SEA: CORALS
A fresh design in modern floorwear — that is kymo’s trademark. The creation of a carpet design is a creative process. But where does the inspiration come from? This season, our designer plunges into the world of water with her new models CORALS and NEW WAVE.
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DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW DESIGN: NEW WAVE
NEW WAVE is not just about the music scene of the early 1980s – now it’s also about a kymo FLOORWEAR® equally as quiet, wistful and fascinating.
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SUSTAINABLE FLOORWEAR®: RUGS MADE FROM RECYCLED PLASTIC BOTTLES
Polyester rugs create that distinct lounge feeling, while being more durable than most other textiles. They don't require extensive care and preserve their beauty for a long time. But where does the material come from in the first place?
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LIVING SOUL: BASED ON AN IDEA BY LENA TERLUTTER
Time to let go! ...and sink back into the soft and gentle touch of nature. If it were down to Lena Terlutter, she would savour this cosy comfort at home with her family every day. kymo collaborated with Lena to create her own special edition LIVING SOUL and to make Lena's dream come true.
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT CARPET - PLANNING EXAMPLES
Carpets are not only room accessories, acoustic miracle weapons and foot caressers, but are also ideal for structuring rooms and creating the right ambience. Carpets form islands, especially in large rooms, and combine seating furniture into homely units. The right size is decisive for the desired effect. When planning, it is essential to consider various factors in different areas:
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TUFTING: HAND TUFTED VERSUS MACHINE MADE RUGS
The word 'tufting' denotes a process of carpet production in which threads are attached to the corresponding base fabric through needling. This process is very similar to that of a classic sewing machine.
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WEAVING: AN ANCIENT AND SMART HANDICRAFT
Weaving, one of the oldest handicrafts, has a thousand years of history with its various styles, techniques and traditions. During the process of weaving two thread systems are interlaced by machine or by hand.
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THE ORIENTAL CARPET AS PART OF THE INTERIOR DESIGN IN LUXURY BOUTIQUES AND HOTEL LOBBIES
When was the last time you visited a Gucci boutique? Have you noticed anything about the interior design of their floors? Rather than the well-known monochrome hand-tufted carpets, real oriental carpets have been making their way into the stores in recent times.
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THE BAUHAUS - 100 YEARS OF MODERN DESIGN HISTORY
It created a new era of design history in the 20th century and began like a thunderbolt when Walter Gropius founded the State Bauhaus in Weimar in 1919. The Bauhaus is regarded as one of the most influential art & design schools of the last century.
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WOOL: EXCELLENT NATURAL FIBRE WITH USEFUL FEATURES
No other natural fiber comprises so many positive characteristics as wool. This animal fiber protects against cold, moisture and is self-cleansing. It is the soft hair of the fur which is obtained from living animals and is afterwards further processed.
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AXMINSTER CARPET: AREA OF APPLICATION AND SPECIALTIES
Since the mid 18th century, the small English town of Axminster produced carpets with oriental and floral patterns that were in high demand in the higher society. Originally hand-woven, the elaborate process was later replaced by various machine weaving procedures, keeping the impression of oriental carpets with rich patterns, by controlling every single thread through technical sophistication.
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CARPETS AS STORYTELLERS: FLOORWEAR ARTWORKS IN HELSINKI'S NEW LIBRARY
Helsinki's central library opened in December 2018 and carries the poetic name “Oodi” (“ode”). The impressive new construction is located in the heart of the city at the Kansalaistori Square opposite of the Finnish Parliament.
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THE ART OF ACCENTUATING INTERIORS IN HOTELS AND RESORTS
Creating or redecorating interior spaces has always been seen as an art. One of the finest arts, to be precise! The way living areas are decorated says a lot about the people who own them and reflects culture, lifestyle and personal preferences.
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HOW TO DESIGN YOUR CARPET FOR A LUXURY HOTEL
Every rug tells a story. As a designer, you can let a carpet tell your story. Depending on the production method, you need to consider different possibilities and limitations.
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VALUABLE CRAFTSMANSHIP: HAND-KNOTTING RUGS
Carpets in all sizes, patterns and colors are design element and a warming comfort factor in our living space. In particular hand-knotted oriental rugs are currently enjoying new popularity. More and more people wish to go back to more nativeness and naturalness and realize the importance of sustainable products.
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SILK: PRECIOUS NATURAL FIBER WITH CHINESE TRADITION
Silk is a very precious, animal natural fiber, known for its sheen and its high tear strength. Traditionally, silk is being extracted from the cocoon of silkworms. These are the worms of the domestic silkmoths which are originally native to China. The Chinese silk production has a long history:
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CARPETS IN HOTELS: HOW IMPORTANT IS THE UNIQUE FEELGOOD FACTOR FOR THE CLIENTS’ SATISFACTION?
„Only a beautiful carpet turns a hotel into what it finally represents” This quote from an old guide book is still valid. Architects and planner know much about the importance of hotel rugs in practice.
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SCANDINAVIAN INTERIOR DESIGN – NATURE-INSPIRED LIVING TREND
Natural materials in light colors, combined with functionality and distinct shapes characterize the Scandinavian interior design. For many years, the Scandinavian style has now been enjoying a great popularity within our homes. But what makes this long-lasting living trend so popular?
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AUTUMN/WINTER 2018 COLOR TRENDS FOR YOUR INTERIOR DESIGN
In the upcoming autumn and winter season, design and colors of our living spaces will be very versatile. This also shows the bright color palette of the Pantone color trends 2018.
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