Capturing Nature's Essence: The Power of Art and Design
Intersecting Worlds: Exploring the Convergence of Art, Design, and the Environment.
Welcome to the second installment of our three-part series, Intersecting Worlds: Exploring the Convergence of Art, Design, and the Environment. Today, we’re delving deeper into how both Coyuchi and outdoor design and product studio, ORCA, are inspired by the rich tapestry of nature.
Each brand creates art that transcends traditional materials, capturing the intricate beauty and complexity of biodiversity through our respective crafts.
Mastering the Art of Emulating Nature
At Coyuchi, our design philosophy goes beyond aesthetics through our textile designs. Our new Heritage Organic Percale Duvet Cover is the perfect testament to nature’s influence. Crafted with jacquard florals and rare 100% American-grown organic cotton, the collection embodies the rejuvenating essence of nature, marrying aesthetic appeal with environmental consciousness.
ORCA’s approach resonates with this philosophy—it's about creating spaces that feel inherently natural and balanced. Molly Sedlacek shares her vision: “When a garden is designed with biodiversity in mind, the backyard innately reflects the wild that was once there. Layering a diversity of native leaf texture, organic form, and local materials is essential for native environment health and allows human connection to nature.”
Celebrating Diversity and Resilience Through Organic Materials
Both ORCA and Coyuchi view their use of organic materials as a crucial responsibility—one that entails showcasing the diversity and resilience inherent in nature.
Molly from ORCA reflects on the deeper lessons that nature and organic materials impart: "A garden doesn't exist just to serve us — there's a world of organisms that contribute to and benefit from a garden.” She also emphasizes the impact that time has on organic materials, sharing the joy in seeing nature take its course. Whether it be the evolving shade of a growing plant, or the sunlight changing throughout seasons, a garden always has its own story to tell.
Echoing this sentiment, Coyuchi is intentional when it comes to sustainable production, always designing with the end use in mind. Our focus on 100% certified organic fibers supports healthy farming practices and conserves natural resources.
Our Undyed collection celebrates the raw beauty of natural cotton—unbleached and undyed, significantly reducing water usage and CO2 emissions. It’s not only crafted to last, but also contributes to a better, healthier future for our planet.
Both Coyuchi and ORCA not only pay homage to the natural world, but also foster a deeper connection with it. Join us as we continue to explore how art intersects with the environment, promoting a sustainable future, one design at a time.
