Studio Mirte

Ever wanted to have art you can actually touch? Studio Mirte, a textile design studio founded by Mirte van Kooten (1993), makes fluffy art for your walls and floors. With a clear emphasis on abstract shapes and graphics, Mirte creates works that are both contemporary and playful. Because of her background in graphic design, her visual language is bold, characterised by clean lines and abstract shapes. By using these visuals in combination with textiles, a visual tension arises between the precision of the design and the natural imperfection of the medium, which gives an extra layer of character to her work. 

By using a tactile medium, she aims to add something extra to the home. With her works she emphasises the physical experience of a space. Additionally, her works are functional due to the acoustic function they have.

Mirte her work is created by her own hand in her studio in Utrecht. She uses a technique called tufting, in which she uses a handheld machine called a tufting gun, to insert thread through a primary backing fabric. Every piece is meticulously trimmed by hand, clipping every strand of yarn into the right shape. This craft enhances the handmade feel of every piece.