Husk

Husk is a knitted textile with a three-dimensional ribbed structure designed by Marc Thorpe. The rhythmic design is inspired by the architecture of the corn husks, which he encountered in the fields of Northern Italy during his travels. The three-dimensional ribs, seemingly in random thicknesses of five to ten millimeters, run parallel to the selvedge, giving Husk an exceptionally tactile, comfortable expression. When upholstered on a larger piece of furniture, the stripes would be horizontal. Husk is constructed with two different colored yarns that unite to create a uniform mélange. Stitching runs either side of the ribs in a subtly contrasting or tone-on-tone hue, creating eye-catching details which emerge under close inspection.