Acoustic Textiles

I create handwoven textiles that explore how form, structure and natural fibres can shape both the visual and acoustic experience of interior spaces. Rooted in curiosity, textile design and engineering, my work explores what happens when traditional weaving moves beyond the decorative to shape the way we experience interior spaces.

For many years I was fascinated how handwoven textiles could soften the hard surfaces found throughout our homes. Cushions, throws and wall textiles introduced warmth, texture and a tactile contrast to architecture, but I began to wonder what would happen if I experimented with scale, form and materiality.

What if I wasn't constrained by the scale of functional textiles and could begin creating larger pieces? What materials could I introduce to give the woven structure greater depth and stability? Could architectural materials become part of the textile itself? And how might scale, form and materiality begin to influence not only how a space looks, but how it sounds?

Material-Led Experimentation

I approach every project through experimentation, allowing the materials to lead the design process.

Using wool, paper and wire, I engineer woven structures that create depth, stability and sculptural form. Hidden structural elements support the softer wool fibres, allowing the textile to hold its shape while creating changing surface levels that encourage sound to interact differently with the work.

The woven textile is not simply a decorative finish. It is the starting point.

Engineering Through Layers

As the scale of my work increased, so did my interest in how these textiles could contribute to quieter interior spaces. The larger woven forms, their depth and the natural properties of wool suggested an opportunity to explore acoustic performance alongside aesthetic expression.

This led me to consider not only the engineering of the textile itself, but also the engineering of its construction.

Each panel is designed as a layered system. The handwoven textile forms the first point of contact, supported by an air cavity and felt backing within a lightweight frame. Together, these layers work in harmony, allowing the textile and its construction to contribute to the overall acoustic performance of the piece.

Unlike many acoustic panels that rely primarily on shaped felt, my work begins with the woven textile itself. The structure, material and surface of the cloth are central to both its visual language and its acoustic intention.

A New Direction

These acoustic panels represent a natural evolution of my practice, bringing together my background in textile design with an enduring fascination for materials, engineering and architectural spaces.

Designed as bespoke pieces, each panel celebrates the beauty of handwoven wool while responding to the unique character of an interior. Pattern, scale, colour and texture can be tailored to complement a space, creating artwork that feels both visually striking and quietly functional.

The result is a textile that does more than decorate a wall. It introduces warmth, softness and material richness, while thoughtfully contributing to a calmer acoustic environment. Blurring the line between functional design and textile art, each piece is created to become an integral part of the architecture itself.