THE SPEC'd LIST : Inspiration and Conversation
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SPRING | 2025
BOUCLE ALL DAY!
May celebrates National Textile Day! Textiles—made from woven fibers, whether natural or synthetic—are the behind-the-scenes stars that bring comfort, style, and function to our everyday lives. These versatile fabrics are everywhere: in our clothes, bedding, furniture covers, rugs, curtains, and even the canvas we paint on or use for shelter.
But here’s the fun part: woven textiles are the unsung heroes of interior design. Imagine tapestries turning plain walls into stunning galleries, cozy upholstery that makes a sofa feel like a warm hug, and woven flooring that brings a touch of drama to any space. These fabric wonders are the secret ingredient that gives your designs personality, warmth, and flair. Like a Swiss Army knife for style, textiles can transform a room, create eye-catching focal points, and set the perfect vibe—all with just a few threads.
Introducing Link 🔗 A weave of connection debuting in six multi-tonal colorways: Barley, Bluegrass, Cove, Meteor, Peony, and Truffle. Now available to architects and designers as flooring (rolls, tiles, planks), rugs, wall textiles, and window coverings, Link was designed to unite color with texture—and mix and match with ease. The smaller scale of its geometric pattern creates a quiet surface that is both intricate and invigorating.
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A retreat is time spent away from the everyday. Our Retreat captures this spirit in a NappaTile. This rotating vertical and horizontal pattern evokes the timelessness of rattan and wicker, often seen against backdrops of serene beaches and lush rainforests. The padded design offers functional and acoustic properties (NRC 0.25). The basketweave pattern is bleach-cleanable and withstands over 300,000 double rubs, ensuring lasting beauty and durability.
Pictured: Kauai has a beautiful irregular weave texture to make it look as natural as possible.As a result, there may be slight variance between each tile.
Our intention at RAD is simple: to make better furniture. RAD designs and manufactures furniture that is built to last in Los Angeles, California.
We focus on the details and look for beauty in routine. Our pieces are made to live with you for years to come, so pile on your day, hang your bag, and sprawl out with a book you can't put down. No special occasion needed—we put extra attention into the everyday.
We design and manufacture in-house at our fabrication shop in Los Angeles, along with a network of talented manufacturing partners in and around the area. Prioritizing local production allows us to employ and collaborate with members of our own community to bring our designs to life.
No Tariffs.
Made in the USA.
What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian Dior gown have in common? All these wearable artifacts are preserved in the Chicago History Museum’s vast costume collection, which strives to represent the many different people and stories that make up our city. Featuring 70 rarely seen objects, from glamorous gowns and sharp suits to housedresses and sneakers, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective explores how clothing captures the material, social, and changing cultural values throughout history. The exhibition celebrates 100 years of an incredible collection and the donors, curators, and staff who have shaped it.