2015 - Words by Bernardine Walrecht - The Zoom In is the result of an intense dialogue between designer Arian Brekveld and manufacturer Montis. It is a testimony to the skills of two specialists in their respective areas: the designer and the manufacturer. Both are able to show their expertise. The designer sees the possibilities and explores their boundaries; pushes, pulls and stretches. The manufacturer, on the other hand, protects his boundaries, name and reputation. And a good manufacturer and commissioner is brave enough to trust his own skills as well as those of the designer. They interact, challenge each other and give each other space, to produce a thing of beauty. The Zoom In is an example of this creative process.
Both the knitted and woven materials are in alignment, but suddenly provide a marked contrast through the use of color.