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Textiles

Textiles use base materials that are either natural or synthetic, and the production methods usually include weaving, printing or a combination of the two. Textiles have many technical attributes, including antibacterial and flame retardant features. Textiles are used in upholstery, curtains, sheers and acoustics.

All photography by [Alastair Philip Wiper](http://alastairphilipwiper.com/)

Inside Kvadrat

Christien Meindertsma, Research for Fibre Market Project (2016) © Christien Meindertsma, photo: Roel van Tour, Mathijs Labadie

Beyond the Surface

Greenhouse

State of Indigo

Jenny Steele. Courtesy of Shaw & Shaw

Jenny Steele on Miami Beach, Morecambe and the revival of northern seaside towns

Polly Leonard on dominating the textiles industry through championing raw design talent