loom room

‘For Loom Room, Jongerius was inspired by the history of jacquard weaving. That is an automated weaving method that was developed in the late 18th century based on punch cards and is known as the forerunner of modern computer programming,’ says Britte Sloothaak, curator of the TU/e Art Collection and, together with Bernard Colenbrander(emeritus professor of building history), commissioned the work.

Three-dimensional weaving is a relatively new technique with great future potential, as a woven structure combines low weight with great flexibility and is potentially very strong. This is why 3D weaving is already used here and there in industry, for example for wind turbine components. Since 2019, Jongerius and her team have been exploring different methods of three-dimensional weaving, combining artistic and technical innovation.

source: www.tue.nl