NEW YORK, NY — August 19, 2025 — Carnegie, a supplier of sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, proudly announces four new upholstery options, a part of its Studio Collection. This collection reflects Carnegie’s 75-year legacy, drawing on the deep experience, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design that have become hallmarks of the brand, shaping its journey along the way.
Joli, Moreland, Opheilia, and Parallelogram draw from the quiet luxury of boutique hotel lounges, the ambiance of high-end restaurants, and the timeless elegance of haute couture design. Perfect for hospitality-infused experiences, these upholstery options showcase richness and sophistication in every thread. For designers aiming to craft unforgettable, opulent spaces, these fabrics focus on intricate, dynamic pattern work and luxurious tactile sensations, offering a sensory experience like no other. The entire collection is 100% PVC-free and PFAS-free, containing no chlorine, formaldehyde, heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or plasticizers. HPDs are available for every product.
The new upholstery options include:
- Joli: A finish-free velvet-look woven upholstery fabric offered in 18 versatile colors, from soft pastels to deep jewel tones. Joli is inherently flame resistant and built for durability, boasting 100,000 double rubs. Designed for both upholstery and drapery, Joli features easy cleaning with water or solvent-based cleaners, extremely low VOCs, and no topical finishes. It is free of Red List chemicals and meets standards such as California Prop 65, RoHS, REACH, LEED, and Mindful Materials. Joli delivers the look of high-end velvet at a budget-friendly price, as part of the Carnegie Elements brand.
- Moreland: A Crypton woven upholstery fabric, available in ten colors. Moreland offers exceptional durability with 100,000 double rubs and is bleach cleanable, making it ideal for demanding commercial environments. Moreland is free from Red List chemicals, meeting California Prop 65, RoHS, REACH, LEED, and Mindful Materials certifications. Moreland delivers a luxuriously soft hand at a budget-friendly price, as part of the Carnegie Elements brand.
- Ophelia: A part of Carnegie’s Siltech Plus coated upholstery line, it blends a 100% silicone face with a double-knit backing. Ophelia is finish-free and available in 18 colors, boasting durability at 200,000 double rubs. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor upholstery, Ophelia offers excellent hydrolysis resistance (15 weeks), lightfastness (1,350 hours), and is bleach cleanable. Certified to rigorous standards, including California Prop 65, HHI, Kaiser Permanente, and LEED, it is free from a broad range of harmful substances, including heavy metals and antimicrobials, while being inherently flame resistant. Ophelia offers a luxurious leather look and a soft, supple hand while being a cost-effective option.
- Parallelogram: A premium woven upholstery fabric, offered in five colors. Parallelogram features a finish-free surface with 60,000 double rubs and is bleach cleanable. Parallelogram meets strict environmental and health standards, including California Prop 65, RoHS, REACH, LEED, Kaiser Permanente, and HHI certifications. It is free of numerous harmful substances such as heavy metals and stain-resistant finishes, supporting sustainable design goals. Parallelogram pays a subtle nod to antique tapestries and traditional weaving techniques.
“Each upholstery option in the Studio Collection is a testament to Carnegie’s commitment to thoughtful design, innovation, and sustainability,” says Mary Holt, Chief Design Strategist at Carnegie. “We drew inspiration from timeless elegance, often found in boutique hotels, to create upholstery options that elevate spaces visually but also provide a tactile experience. This collection embodies our belief that beautiful, high-performance textiles can also be responsibly made, helping designers craft memorable, lasting environments.”
The latest additions to its upholstery options pay homage to Carnegie’s 75 years of rich textile innovation. Marking this anniversary, Carnegie proudly celebrates a legacy built on the relentless pursuit of innovation, enduring partnerships, and the belief that sustainability and performance should never be at odds. The Studio Collection is the culmination of this journey—an embodiment of Carnegie’s values and vision for the future.
Since 1950, Carnegie has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible, proving time and again that high-performance solutions can also be elegant and environmentally sound. As the only B-Corp-certified textile manufacturer in the U.S. and proudly 100% PVC-free since day one, Carnegie leads the industry in service to its mission: to galvanize the design community to build a better future with materials that matter. For more information about the Studio Collection and Carnegie, please visit the Carnegie website: www.carnegiefabrics.com
Posted: August 19, 2025
Source: Carnegie Fabrics
