Capiz, Omexco by Arte

Capiz, Omexco by Arte, CAP33

Shells of Capiz, often referred to as “glass oysters” because of their translucent appearance. Thrive well in the coastal waters of the Philippines, more specifically in the province of Capiz. Here where the shells harvested every fourth month.

The combination of exquisite craftsmanship and Omexco design makes the Capiz collection truly precious. These exclusive wallcoverings will adorn your walls and enhance your interiors with a touch of exotic and sophisticated elegance.

Wallcoverings made with capiz shells are the eyecatchers in the collection “Capiz” of Omexco. After a careful cleaning and drying process, the shells are softened, coloured with water-based dyes and then polished. Subsequently small segments of the organic shells are laminated one by one on a non-woven backing. The strips where it is cut into are patiently woven by skilled craftsmen on handlooms. Some weaves in this collection are interwoven with bakbak (bark of the banana tree) providing a refined association.

For each capiz item a group of matching nonwoven wallcoverings was created, making it possible to alternate colours and textures, structures and material. A simili-plain design with an effect of hammered leather, a zebrano stripe and a dotted stripe are printed and embossed on non-woven wallcovering in shades of silver, copper, gold, burgundy, mother-of-pearl, burnt orange, anthracite.

Both the capiz and the non-woven wallcoverings are supplied by the metre, and they carry the ecological label. The backing of all items is non-woven, stable, and installation is easy.

Capiz, Omexco by Arte, CAP33

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