neta tesler draws from the nautical world in first collection for knots studio

neta tesler draws from the nautical world in first collection for knots studio
all images courtesy of ami tesler

after graduating from the textile department of shenkar college of engineering and design in 2013, neta tesler went on to establish tel aviv-based ‘knots studio’. the name comes from her time in school, where during her senior year she became familiarized with the distinct aesthetics and practices of the nautical world. further research and experimentation led her to discover a special tying technique, which eventually became the backbone for the studio’s first product line.

large, dark blue floor cushion

all products sold by tesler — via ‘knots’ — are variations using the technique. all are predominately centered around home decor, and include products such as floor-bound sitting cushions, decorative couch pieces, and stools. the basis for each starts with patterned textiles, which are sewn and filled with a stiff-foam that helps the form remain semi-rigid. wooden components, such as the stools legs and the cushions rings, are handmade in-house by ‘knot’s’ woodworker.

grey knot cushion, 35X35 inch

mustard knot stool

medium knot floor cushions, 25X25 inch 

wooden ring and textural details

medium grey cushion in room 
image courtesy of mikaela burstow

‘obi’ throw cushions, drawn directly from the japanese obi knot 

‘fresh paint’ exhibition 2014, tel aviv, israel

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edited by: nick brink | designboom