During the upcoming London Design Festival (13–21 September 2025), international architecture and interior design studio AB Concept will unveil the Ami Collection, a series of handmade rugs created in collaboration with Hong Kong-based carpet manufacturer Tai Ping. The collection will debut at Tai Ping's London showroom, blending memory, material and craftsmanship into a narrative that transforms each rug into a distinctive contemporary creation.
© AB Concept | Tai Ping
The project stems from a personal reflection by AB Concept co-founders Ed Ng and Terence Ngan on "the importance of comfort, emotional memory, and connection with nature." Conceived in their residence Itsu Sho Sha, in the Karuizawa forest of the Japanese Alps, the designers envisioned a soft, enveloping, textural rug harmonising with the tranquillity of the surrounding landscape.
The first exemplar—a 4 x 5.5 metre cable-knit beige-cream rug designed for their country home—became the starting point for the Ami Collection. Comprising six designs in oval, round, and rectangular forms, the series reinterprets the classic cable-knit style with clean geometries and an autumnal palette of burnt orange, mustard yellow, and sage green.
'We were so excited when we saw the result of the first rug,' says Ed Ng. 'The patterns are very simple and elegant yet quite complex, and the juxtaposition of geometric shapes creates a fresh, contemporary feel. It felt right for a living room where the panoramic view of nature is the main attraction. I was fascinated by how we could achieve a very different look with one material – wool – using different patterns and heights.'
Crafted in natural wool using hand-tufting techniques, the rugs showcase artisanal finishes such as hand embroidery, crochet, carving, and cut-and-loop effects that enhance their sculptural, three-dimensional qualities. 'I have always been fascinated with craft, and knitting in particular,' adds Ng. 'My memories of watching my grandmother knit jumpers for us mean that there is a timeless emotional connection through a handmade object. We liked the idea of creating a sense of down-to-earth, relaxed luxury that also embraces values of sustainability.'
The name Ami pays homage to the art of weaving. In Japanese, "ami" means "weave," derived from Amimono (編み物), evoking a meditative gesture imbued with care, time, and dedication.
Through the Ami Collection, AB Concept and Tai Ping celebrate memory and material in pieces that embody both craftsmanship and contemporary design.
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