Serpentine by Kvadrat is a fabric shaped by rhythm, depth, and quiet complexity. Designed by Giulio Ridolfo, it takes its name from the winding, organic motion of a river and indeed, the textile evokes a sense of continuous movement. Its surface is woven from thick virgin wool yarns in the weft, crossed by two fine tones in the warp, producing a subtle moiré effect that shifts in the light. The weave structure, inspired by the traditional double Ikat technique, results in a rich, tactile interplay of colour and form neither flat nor loud, but layered, textural, and full of nuance. The palette, drawn from Ridolfo’s travels across remote and natural landscapes, offers earthy ochres, deep mineral blues, volcanic reds, and softened greys—tones that speak of places remembered rather than seen. The hand is soft but substantial, with a visible integrity in every thread. Serpentine is both grounded and expressive: a fabric that carries emotion through structure, offering designers a material that feels deeply considered, richly woven, and endlessly versatile.
Its maker, Kvadrat, has long stood at the intersection of craft and modernity. Based in Denmark and founded in 1968, Kvadrat is more than a textile manufacturer it is a cultural institution, shaping how we experience fabric in architectural and interior spaces. Working with leading designers, artists, and architects across disciplines, Kvadrat’s approach is thoughtful and precise: favouring materials that don’t just serve a function, but contribute to a larger sensory and spatial experience. Their textiles are celebrated not only for their quality and performance, but for their integrity the way they wear in, not out; the way they harmonize with their surroundings rather than compete with them. Serpentine exemplifies this ethos. It is a fabric that feels resolved, designed with purpose, produced with care, and made to live gracefully over time.