RUGGED | UNWIND
RUGGED
In collaboration with Alessandro Pasinelli Studio, the Alberto Levi Gallery unveils Rugged, a jute rug collection that showcases unrefined treasures and celebrates their versatile material‘s raw and unadulterated beauty. Heeding its long-standing passion for elaborate minimalism, the Alberto Levi Gallery is set to dive into the world of sustainable materials so as to achieve a holistic yet distinctly modern approach to design.
Alessandro Pasinelli, the visionary behind this collaboration, is an eclectic interior stylist & designer whose creative journey is rooted in fashion and textile art. Embodying a commitment to sustainable practices and a multidisciplinary approach, Alessandro’s innovative design pushes the boundaries of spatial expression.
The biophilic design takes centre stage here, merging an innate longing for nature with
the defining features of a contemporary, urban living space. Jute, the main character in this collection, is a biodegradable natural fibre produced with a minimal carbon footprint.
The rustic warmth and organic variations of jute lend these rugs a one-of-a-kind presence. Hand-spun yarns imbue hand-woven patterns with rich complexity, tonal dimension and relaxed sense of proportion, forming soothingly textural aesthetic.
Three captivating collections: Palazzi, Lapilli, and Nodi—each a testament to the harmonious fusion of artistry, sustainability, and the intricate beauty of our natural world.
Lapilli
The world of volcanoes and its many facets. A large regular braid creates shades of small discontinuous chromatic fragments, making it unique and unrepeatable. Warm, delicate, and slightly contrasting, the palette references the geological world and its complexity: Stromboli, Tambora, Santa Ana, and Himalaya.
Nodi
A classic that edges past the conventional, taking inspiration from horsehair weaves—a regular weave with a movement that resembles a staff. The chromatic nuances are inspired by the most characteristic and significant horse breeds: Izumi, Azteca, Huracan, and Indio.
Palazzi
Buildings that become open-air paintings. Modern (and non-modern) architectures that give life to linear weaves are repeated infinitely. An imperceptible texture projects them into sophisticated, current, and equally relevant environments. The colour palette travels around the world while deliberately maintaining the natural spirit at its core: Milan, Brasilia, Dublin, Utah.
UNWIND
In creating UNWIND, a collection of outdoor rugs, designer Alessandro Pasinelli draws from the intricate symbolism of winds and the essence of North African design, flawlessly intertwining them.
Invisible to the naked eye but omnipresent in its influence, the wind has been a silent witness to the unfolding of civilisations, shaping the very fabric of human experience since time immemorial with gentle whispers and tempestuous roars.
Viewed through the prism of North African landscapes, each rug in the UNWIND collection encapsulates the enduring interaction between wind and earth. Embracing the timeless wisdom of the wind and acknowledging its sacred role on earth. Alessandro Pasinelli’s designs express elements that resonate with the region’s natural beauty and atmospheric phenomena. One breath at a time.
Khamsin
Khamsin is a wind that blows over the eastern region of North Africa for up to fifty consecutive days.
This design draws inspiration from this wind by repeating vertical and horizontal lines and combinations of contrasting tones. It captures the essence of the desert and sand, transforming the home into an oasis of warmth and comfort.
Ghibli
Ghibli is a hot Sahara wind, blowing mainly in spring and early summer towards the Libyan coasts from the interior.
The geometric patterns of this design unfold in a play of unique and bold shapes, enhancing the intrinsic beauty of a handmade rug. The lines, sometimes light and sometimes dark, create a visual rhythm that captures attention and gives the carpet a vibrant personality.
Haboob
A Haboob is a dust and sandstorm, very intense, unleashed by thunderstorms that hit the vast desert surfaces of the Sahara.
The irregular diamond pattern blends tradition and modernity, bringing the rich Berber cultural heritage into modern and contemporary spaces. Its texture, skilfully woven, evokes the vast desert landscape with warm and enveloping tones reminiscent of sunset colours on the dunes.
Simùn
The Simùn is an arid and scorching wind. It is generated by meeting low pressures in the Mediterranean Sea with desert high pressures. It is a type of wind that carries very high temperatures.
The colour palette ranges from the golden tonalities of sand to the earthier skin tones, creating a sense of calm and serenity typical of desolate yet fascinating lands. Its slightly irregular texture adds a touch of authenticity, highlighting the inspiration taken from nature.
Harmattan
Harmattan is a dry, dusty, and mighty wind that blows northeast and west from the Sahara to the Gulf of Guinea in the winter.
Abstract geometries and traditional motifs, typical of Berber rugs, are reinterpreted in a contemporary key, bringing modernity without compromising the authenticity of craftsmanship. This harmonious blend of past and present offers a unique opportunity to bring the enchanting atmosphere of the Berber deserts directly into the home environment.
Kibli
It is a dry and hot wind that carries large quantities of desert dust and sand. Due to its strength, it can modify the landscapes it encounters by moving sand from one place to another.
A design inspired by the desert landscape. The choice to maintain irregular lines gives the rug a unique and distinctive appearance and emphasises the authenticity of the creative process. Each irregularity becomes a tangible sign of the skilled hand of the craftsman.
