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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Our popular SG Airy Premium high pile rug gets a new sister model: the SG Airy Premium Gradient.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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‘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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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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In general, wool carpets do not require extensive care. However, regular care maintains the beauty and quality of the carpet.
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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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„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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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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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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