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Place Textiles Introduces “The California Collection”
Inspired by the colors and textures of the Pacific Coast, the California Collection draws on the natural beauty of favorite places in California and translates them into a group of five new textures and 55 new colors. With this introduction, Place offers over 150 colors and textures.

Coming on the one year anniversary of the launch of the company, The California Collection expands the Place premise of woven textures in carefully integrated systems of color. Designed by Kristie Strasen, the founder of the company, this new collection firmly establishes Place as an excellent resource for color and texture in quality fabrics.

The five new patterns comprising The California Collection provide the designer with an expanded range of choice. “Catalina” is a viscose-linen texture with a lavish drape and the look of raw silk. “Sonoma” is a sumptuous linen-cotton corded stripe that is washed in soapy water after weaving to give it a soft and inviting hand. “Laguna” is solution dyed and washable, adding to the Place durable luxury story and making it a perfect choice for “real-life” use. “Point Reyes” is a soft wool that positively glows with natural luster and is exceptionally durable. “Petaluma” is the beauty of the collection with a larger-than-life persona. A grand and flowing pattern that can be splashy and brave or elegant and refined, Petaluma brings a note of fun to The California Collection.

With a focus on color, texture and durable luxury, Place offers an integrated selection of wovens suitable for both residential and high-end corporate use. The emphasis remains on texture rather than pattern although every now and again, a spectacular pattern is created to serve as the counterpoint to the textures. The California Collection continues the Place story by weaving the beauty of the Pacific Coast into a stunning array of new fabrics.

Kristie Strasen Biography

Kristie Strasen has over 20 years experience as an independent design consultant specializing in designing, coloring and styling textiles for both the contract and residential markets. Known for her design vision and intuitive color sense, Strasen has lent her expertise to many important firms throughout North America and Europe over the last two decades.

Strasen is recognized for her strong sense of color logic. She has made significant contributions to the textile collections of leading North American companies.  Her work with such luminaries as Robert A.M. Stern, Michael Graves, Barbara Barry, The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and The Chicago Art Institute has led to numerous industry awards.

Now designing under her own label, Strasen has integrated her considerable experience into an exciting vision. Place Textiles embodies Strasen’s keen sense of color and quite literally weaves it into a collection of stunning textures that are available in carefully calibrated systems of color. With an emphasis on durable luxury, Place Textiles offers the designer a wide range of useful and beautiful choices.

Strasen has two daughters and lives in New York City.

The California Collection
Pattern Information

Catalina 65% viscose, 35% linen; Italy; 11 colors. Heavy and opulent with the look and luster of raw silk; ideal for luxurious upholstery or lavish drapery.

Laguna 60% acrylic, 40% polyester; Germany; 11 colors. An addition to the Place “durable luxury” story. Perfect for real life: stain repellant; machine washable; fade resistant.

Petaluma 98% polyester, 2% cotton; Germany; 12 colors. A dramatic motif stitched to a finely woven ground: fresh and versatile and fun.

Point Reyes 92% wool, 8% nylon; England; 11 colors. Delicious drape, glowing natural luster and exceptional abrasion resistance.

Sonoma 70% linen, 30% cotton; Italy; 10 colors.  Luxurious and supple; ideal for creating a layer of tranquility in any environment where comfort matters.

Sense of Place
Pattern Information

Balmory 92% wool, 8% nylon; Scotland; 12 colors. A luxurious wool boucle that begs to be touched...and lounged upon.

Berlin Tweed 45% cotton, 43% polyester, 12% rayon; Germany; 5 colors. A complex, textured tweed that is sophisticated and strong.

Cape May 100% cotton; Italy; 14 colors. A substantial cotton faille that is perfect for upholstery, slipcovers and drapery.

Havana 100% linen; Italy; 16 colors. An exceptionally luxurious, pure linen upholstery.

Marmara 56% polyester, 44% acrylic; inherent stain repellency; Germany; 10 colors. Soft and inviting but able to stand up to severe real-life situations including kids and pets; washable.

Meer 81% polyester, 19% acrylic; Germany; 11 colors. Smooth and sleek with a translucent, reflective quality that will enhance all styles of seating.

Mt. Stuart 98.5% wool, 1.5% nylon; Scotland; 1 color. A cloud-like wool boucle that embodies the beauty of a natural fleece.

Oban 85% wool, 15% nylon; Scotland; 4 colors. A masculine, sophisticated menswear-look that will tailor beautifully.

Ravenna 100% acrylic; inherent stain repellency; Germany; 11 colors. The luxury of velvet with a performance story that repels stains; washable.

Veneto Stripe 64% cotton, 36% polyester; Germany; 14 colors. A sleek and lustrous stripe that works as the perfect link between colors and textures.

Verona Pile: 100% rayon, ground: 60% polyester, 40% linen; Germany; 7 colors. A stunning cut velvet that embodies a rich elegance and is a real show-stealer.