Pollack showcases Archive upholstery fabric with rustic woven texture

Pollack showcased its Archive fabric, woven in Belgium. The fabric's ground features a large, full flat-weave structure. The pattern takes the classic Moroccan baklava motif into a more abstract and modern direction. The result is described as a striking interplay between textures. Different color options are also offered for Archive.

Archive's design approach

The texture created by the fabric's ground structure and surface yarn together is the most distinctive feature of the fabric. The flat-woven ground gives the product a solid, full character, while the tufted yarn and linen flecks on the surface soften the geometry of the pattern. Abstracting the Moroccan baklava motif adapts a traditional reference to contemporary interiors.

With textured fabrics such as Archive, color choice and texture are considered together. In a simple space, a fabric with a pronounced texture can add depth to a composition built with solid colors. When considered as upholstery, the pattern and texture of the fabric are addressed together with the form of the furniture; large patterns look more balanced on wide surfaces, while small patterns and solid colors look more balanced on smaller pieces. Usage intensity also determines the choice: in frequently used seating areas, tightly woven, wear-resistant fabrics may be preferred, while more delicate surfaces may suit decorative pieces.

Pollack's design team

The company describes its design philosophy in detail on its own website.

According to the company, the studio's designers are, above all, weavers. Each holds a bachelor's degree in textile design and has learned the architecture of fabric and how a fabric is built from scratch. Pollack describes its designers as both makers and artists, and states that they believe in the value of drawing with a pencil rather than a mouse. According to the company, pencil-on-paper drawing gives control over the quality of the line and also carries a personal signature; most patterns begin with hand-drawn sketches.

After the sketch, design factors such as color, texture, sheen, fiber content, hand and scale come into play. In the Pollack studio these elements are balanced and refined, becoming the building blocks that make up the structure of the fabric. The company thereby reminds that we experience a fabric on many levels and through most of our senses. The company has not disclosed whether Archive originates from a hand-drawn sketch or which fibers it contains; the post describes only the flat-woven structure of the ground, the tufted yarn on the surface and the linen flecks.

Industry context

Textured and patterned fabrics make up a significant share of product variety in the home textile market. According to the Turkish Ministry of Trade's Home Textile Sector Report 2026, global home textile exports reached 109.6 billion dollars in 2025. China ranked first with a 54.5 percent share, while Turkey ranked sixth with exports of 2.70 billion dollars. In a market of this size, manufacturers differentiate their products through features such as pattern, texture and surface effect. Pollack's Archive, produced in Belgium, points to a collection approach that emphasizes hand-drawn sketch culture and a texture-focused approach.

This content was compiled with AI assistance from the cited source. (EU 2024/1689 Art. 50)