Warp & Weft
Warp & Weft is a boutique design studio based in New York City, renowned for its luxurious, handcrafted rugs that marry artistry and functionality. Founded by Michael Mandapati, the studio believes that a well–designed rug forms the foundation of any space, weaving together colour, texture, and form into cohesive design narratives. Upholding traditional hand–knotting techniques, Warp & Weft creates rugs that embody 'soul and integrity,' serving as anchors that capture the shared experiences of their inhabitants. Committed to sustainability and ethical practices, the studio honours the artisans behind each piece while bridging cultural heritage with contemporary luxury, establishing Warp & Weft as a leader in responsible rug design.
For 3daysofdesign 2026, Warp & Weft presents Lineage as part of Design / Dialogue. The series reflects on over 25 years of hand knotted and handwoven practice, honouring the designs that shaped the language of modern craft while continuing to refine their work. Made by master artisans in Nepal—using time honoured techniques—and finished in Switzerland, each rug embodies material integrity and enduring design. Reimagined in a contemporary summer palette, the collection creates a dialogue between past and present. Here, rugs rise to the scale of architecture, grounding space through colour, tactility, and memory, and carrying lineage forward with quiet confidence.
