THE TEXTILE COMPANY x DAVID SHAW
June 22, 2026 | By The Textile Company | News
Amanda Cook (left) and Kristen Bryan (right).
Where Craft Meets Fabric
As part of a recent feature in The FOLIO, we collaborated with David Shaw to explore the enduring dialogue between furniture and fabric. It’s a partnership that feels natural; two multigenerational companies grounded in integrity, nurturing local design and proud to be New Zealand owned and operated. We sat down with David Shaw to talk about the relationship between form and fabric and why getting it right matters.
The Benson Sofa in Treviso
David Shaw selected Treviso from The Textile Company’s Private Label in colour 102 to offset the lines of their Benson Sofa.
David Shaw on Fabric & Form
What fabrics do you most love to pair with your furniture pieces and why?
Fabric selection is a huge part of bringing a piece to life. It’s not just about what looks good, it’s about how the fabric works with the form. On curves, you can’t go too rigid, you need something that moves and sits properly without fighting the shape. We often lean into thicker, more textured fabrics to help soften or obscure seams, especially on more complex pieces. Pattern placement also becomes really important, along with whether the fabric is railroaded or run in the standard direction. It’s those small, considered decisions that make the final piece feel effortless and resolved.
Talk us through the selection of The Textile Company’s Private Label Treviso fabric for the Benson sofa and why you love it.
Treviso was selected for the Benson for its balance of texture, tone and durability – a soft, plush fabric with a subtly aged character that softens the sofa’s structure, adds depth through its nuanced pile and is well suited to everyday use.
About David Shaw
For over 40 years, David Shaw has shaped the landscape of New Zealand furniture design. What began as a grassroots vision has grown into a multigenerational company grounded in craftsmanship, integrity and a commitment to local production. Each piece is designed and made in New Zealand, using local materials, skilled labour and considered, sustainable practices that result in furniture that feels both timeless and deeply connected to place.
Today, the legacy continues through the next generation. Amy Shaw, Creative Director, leads with a design-driven vision, while Amanda Cook, Sales Director, ensures a strong connection to clients and industry. Together, they are positioning David Shaw on a global stage – creating collections that sit effortlessly alongside international design houses, while remaining proudly New Zealand made.
PRODUCT ENQUIRY
1/5
55 NORTH
by Luchetti Krelle
“Step into the 55 North project at Manly Pacific, where Luchetti Krelle has created a cocktail lounge that effortlessly blends elegance with the laid-back charm of its beachside setting. Fabricut’s Modern Aztec-Raven fabric, sourced from India, brings a vibrant yet subtle flair to the scatter cushions, with bold patterns and spiced tonal accents that invigorate the space while maintaining a focus on comfort.”
2/5
EAST TOOWOOMBA 2
by Ivy + Piper
“We sourced the Fabricut Bazaar fabric in blue for use as a custom made ottoman in our family friendly living room at our East Toowoomba 2 project. We find patterns in family zones are very forgiving for clients with little ones and all of the associated wear and tear! This room needed a vibrant fabric that was going to anchor the other patterned fabrics utilised in this layered room instead of competing with them… The paisley did just that! The trim was a fun addition that gave the ottoman some formality and structure and kept the multicoloured space looking refined.”
3/5
CUCINA PORTO
by Tom Mark Henry
4/5
WAYNE GILLESPIE TOWNHOUSE
by Brownlow Interior Design
“Crafted by acclaimed Melbourne Architect Wayne Gillespie, this town house nestled in Armadale’s verdant embrace showcases Gillespie’s hallmark: spacious layouts and strategic illumination with natural light.”
5/5
WOOLLY BAY HOTEL
by Luchetti Krelle
“When reimagining the iconic Woolly Bay Hotel, Woolloomooloo, Luchetti Krelle took cues from the hotel’s waterfront location and the Med, with blue mosaic tiles, terrazzo and a pebble-grey paint job.”
