This project marked the start of my second year studying textile design at Birmingham City University. At BCU, we are incredibly lucky to be linked with a fantastic trend forecasting company called Colour Hive (previously. Global Colour Research). The university annually collaborates with them on projects and special events, such as this one. Each year the second and third years at BCU work alongside Colour Hive to create innovative samples reflecting their current trend forecasts and analysis.

For this project; I worked on the trend 'Remote'. This trend focused on a rural, natural and comforting aesthetic. I created a range of experimental and innovative interior samples and artworks reflecting and interpreting this trend. I choose to look to traditional textiles as a starting point for inspiration such as weaving, yarn winding and basketry. I also took inspiration from rural textures utilising hay, hessian, twigs & cotton pods.