Imagined at the crossroads of joyful experimentation and an enduring craft, the TerraPop Collection presents a dynamic collaboration between Bharat Floorings and Tiles and Name Place Animal Thing.
The spaces we inhabit pose as our cocoons of comfort and bliss, dotted with objects that hold deep meaning. With this curated collection, the notion of design is further embellished with a layer of warmth and childlike joy!
The TerraPop Collection traces its roots to classic influences while celebrating the approach of unique exploration. This partnership driving this endeavour marks the revival of a centuries-old material, though with a new identity for spaces of today. The material displays a multitude of facets — Terrazzo’s almost candy-like appearance, sheer individuality, and its humble yet expressive persona!
Traversing a wide range of trendy lifestyle products, the collection focuses on an apparent sense of play in the products. The result is a collection of everyday objects that break away from their solely conventional role, bringing an element of ‘fun’ctionality to the spaces they become a part of. These lifestyle products have given rise to pieces that take on playful forms, intentionally contrasting the Terrazzo slab configuration that dominates the design landscape.
With Bharat Floorings and Tiles celebrating its centenary year as a homegrown design powerhouse, their intent spotlighted the desire to go beyond just floors. Merging their vision with Priyam Doshi, the Principal Designer at Name Place Animal Thing, unlocked an innovative dimension. Priyam is acclaimed for bringing his insight into endeavours with joy, playfulness, and intrigue at the core of all he creates!
History recalls Terrazzo as a magnificent yet robust material, making its presence prominently felt in vintage Art Deco venues, quaint bungalows, and humble Indian homes with equal gusto! The TerraPop Collection is an ode to the eternal appeal of the material, crafting an artisanal range that fits into one’s spaces while making a versatile statement!
Terrazzo’s production process promises varied outcomes, making each product truly one-of-a-kind! The material is created by combining a cement base with a concoction of ground constituents (glass, granite, marble, or quartz). The outcome gives rise to vividly coloured varieties, creating an amalgam that nods to the perfect imperfections of handcrafted materials and life.
An instinctive perspective, the desire for creative adventure, and the impulse to colour outside the lines. The TerraPop Collection urges one to embrace the magic of nostalgia we unknowingly forget through the years. This mindful endeavour is a nod to a simpler era, where design was an honest response to the needs of diverse individuals and their spaces!
