In a fusion of creative minds, Supermarket Studio and Andrea Jae Studio have unveiled the Loom capsule collection, a new product line of Bauhaus-inspired rugs that emerged from a collaborative residential project. This partnership highlights how shared design philosophies can evolve into tangible, market-ready creations.
A Foundation in Collaborative Design
Chantel and Ryan Ness of Supermarket Studio and Andrea Ewanchyna of Andrea Jae Studio share a fundamental belief that collaboration strengthens design. Both studios are deeply rooted in craft and process, with a keen attention to material, structure, and the lived experience of spaces. They approach design as a dialogue rather than a solo endeavor, a mindset that initially brought them together for a custom stair runner project.
From Stair Runner to Rug Collection
The collaboration began when Ewanchyna conceived a custom stair runner intended to serve as the visual anchor of a home. Drawing inspiration from Bauhaus textiles and architectural lines, the design featured a bold geometric pattern that honored structural integrity.
"We collaborated with Supermarket Studio to make it happen," Ewanchyna explains. "That project was really rooted in design for purpose rather than design for aesthetics, which is how Bauhaus came into the mix because 'form follows function' is their M.O."
As the design was refined, both studios noticed an unexpected public interest. Random strangers inquired about purchasing the rug, and Supermarket Studio received similar queries after sharing progress images online. This enthusiastic response directly led to the development of the Loom x Andrea Jae Studio capsule collection.
The Loom Collection: Heritage and Innovation
At the heart of the Loom collection lies a shared respect for textile history. Chantel Ness notes, "Andrea and I were thinking a lot about weaving as a female-led tradition. Heritage and tradition have been carried forward through knowledge, repetition, and making."
The influence of Bauhaus textile artist Anni Albers was intentional, inspiring the designers to view textiles as a dialogue between maker and material. This encouraged a focus on restraint and rhythm over mere decoration.
Bauhaus, a German design movement emphasizing function, geometry, and the union of art and craft, is reflected in the collection's ethos. Ewanchyna and Ness prioritize structure and material over ornament, using disciplined geometry and the loom's warp as foundational elements to create purposeful, tactile rugs.
Colour, Personality, and Comfort
The Loom collection offers three distinct colourways, each bringing unique character to the same geometric design. Ness describes them: "'Espresso' is intentionally neutral and easy to live with, 'Coast' is a bit more fun, and 'Plum' nods to the colour-drenching trend happening in interiors right now. It was really about seeing how far the same design could stretch just through colour."
This approach allows the rugs to adapt to various interior styles while maintaining their Bauhaus-inspired integrity. The collection demonstrates how collaborative design can bridge personal projects with commercial appeal, offering consumers functional art pieces rooted in historical craftsmanship.
