Carnegie Brings Fashion to Contract Textiles with Gensler

A new fabric collection marks the first collaboration between design industry giants Gensler and Carnegie. Introducing PFRM, a line of vibrant and high-performance textiles taking cues from fashion industry’s current darling — “athleisure” wear.

After a yearlong design process, the two industry leaders developed seven patterns that hit the sweet spot in contemporary contract settings — the collection not only simulates the high-performance qualities in sportswear, but also hones in on its symbolic attitudes such as collaboration, connectivity and even competition, which are much needed in communal places such as workplace, school, healthcare and hospitality settings. The utilization of technical fabrics also offers a breath of fresh air to the traditionally rigid and cookie-cutter contract setups.

The collection also stays true to Carnegie’s commitment to PVC-free products and manufacturing processes. A family-operated textiles business with a proven track record of innovation, Carnegie has made numerous headlines since its beginnings in 1950 as the first company to introduce fabric wallcoverings to the commercial office market, and has since succeeded in becoming a completely PVC-free operation.

Pivot, a textile within the collection has an elongated 3D honeycomb shape which is inspired by mesh layers seen in athleisure wear
Kinetic, another textile in PFRM is inspired by athletic tracks and running shoe sole.
Gentler principle Lee Pasteris with Carnegie President Cliff Goldman at the Carnegie Creative Studio in New York discussing PFRM development.

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