THE TEXTILE COMPANY x KOVACS
June 22, 2026 | By The Textile Company | News
Kim Lane (left) and Amy Shaw (right).
Where Craft Meets Fabric
As part of a recent feature in The FOLIO, we collaborated with Kovacs Design Furniture to explore the enduring dialogue between furniture and fabric. A partnership grounded in shared values – craftsmanship, quality materials and enduring construction – between two NZ family-owned businesses committed to the integrity of the product itself.
The Diesel Chair in Mistral
Kovacs selected Mistral from The Textile Company’s Private Label in colour 08 to complement the bold yet refined form of their Diesel Chair.
Kovacs on Fabric & Form
What fabrics do you most love to pair with your furniture pieces and why?
Our frames are hand-crafted using robust materials, built to stand the test of time, often for decades. It’s only natural that they are paired with fabrics of equal quality and integrity. We are drawn to textiles that offer versatility, perform effortlessly in their environment, and of course, look exceptional. The selection process is a considered and important part of the overall outcome. A fabric not only defines the aesthetic, but also influences how a piece lives and wears over time. For example, while the relaxed, organic character of 100% linen can achieve a beautifully natural look, blending linen with a durable synthetic fibre such as nylon enhances performance, improving resistance to fading and minimising stretch or sagging. For us, the ideal fabric is one that brings together beauty and function, elevating the overall look of a piece while ensuring it is designed for real, everyday living.
Talk us through the selection of The Textile Company’s Private Label Mistral fabric for the Diesel Chair and why you love it.
The Diesel chair is a statement piece, so selecting the right fabric was key to complementing its bold yet refined form. Mistral stood out for its beautifully balanced composition, blending natural fibres with synthetics to achieve both softness and resilience. This combination allows the fabric to retain a relaxed, organic feel while offering the durability needed for everyday living. In addition, the deep green and pale grey strands weave together to create visual interest and texture.
About Kovacs Design Furniture
Kovacs Design Furniture is a family-owned and operated business that has been designing and constructing luxury furniture in New Zealand since 1959, building a lasting legacy of craftsmanship and quality. They are incredibly proud of their skilled craftspeople and the experience, dedication and care they bring to every piece they create. Their focus remains on thoughtful design, quality materials and enduring construction, with sustainability always on their mind.
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