The little waves of Henri Matisse | Orpheu collection by Beni rugs

‘Orpheu’ is the newest collection by Beni rugs designed by the Lisbon-based studio Garcé & Dimofski. Inspired by the poetic universe of Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa and the vibrant energy of Portuguese architecture, ‘Orpheu‘ explores the blend of imagination and reality through eight striking, gestural designs. Each rug captures a unique, Fauvist-inspired perspective on perception—an […]

A women-led studio supporting Amazigh artisans – Studio Sana Benzaitar

In the heart of Marrakech, Studio Sana Benzaitar stands as a testament to the rich heritage of Moroccan craftsmanship, particularly in the realm of rug weaving. Founded by Sana, a native of Marrakech and daughter of a renowned rug dealer, the studio is committed to preserving traditional techniques while infusing contemporary designs with warmth and […]

The world of Moroccan craftsmanship at Domotex

Have you already seen my recap of this years Domotex fair, I really loved this edition. What I probably loved most were the many Moroccan weavers. I am sure you all know classical Beni Ourain rugs, but I really loved to see how the used colours were darker. In my previous Domotex post: Domotex 2023 […]

Obscura collection by Colin King for Beni Rugs

I have seen many rugs over the years at the different fairs and especially during my work for Domotex over the last five years I had the opportunity to really step inside the world of rugs. When it come to rug design I really love how a new generation of designers is bringing some of […]