Press Releases

Press Releases

01.31.2019

Brentano Introduces Sovereign Collection for Spring 2019 <pdf>

Opulent and sophisticated, the Sovereign Collection brings refined brilliance to Spring 2019. Featuring updated interpretations of classic designs and motifs, the collection draws on the rich and intricate elements of classic architecture and heraldic designs. Each stunning pattern highlights key details and emboldens them in a subtle, contemporary manner.

08.01.2018

Brentano Introduces No. 50 Collection for Fall 2018 <pdf>

From humble beginnings in their 1990’s workshop, Founder/Artistic Director Iris Wang and her husband, CEO, E-Kwan Chen, have grown Brentano’s line from eight textiles to an impressive range of upholstery, faux-leather and drapery fabrics, with the 50th collection...

06.21.2018

NeoCon 2018: Reviving the Past While Shining Light on the Future <pdf>

Wheeling, IL. (June 2018)— NeoCon, one of the most prestigious and attended trade shows in the commercial design industry took place June 11-13 at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. Celebrating their 50thedition, NeoCon attendees experienced the excitement and anticipation for the future of the ever-evolving and dynamic trade. Also celebrating our 50thcollection, Brentano’s introductions are a memoir of innovative textiles alongside new and bold statement pieces were shown throughout Brentano’s showroom – displaying Design Director Iris Wang’s most distinguished and admired fabrics throughout her 28 years in the industry.

“This year, highlighting Brentano’s 50thcollection in our showroom was a notable moment in our history for our team as a whole. We really specialize in great patterns and strong color work, but in saying that, I think what sets us apart is our constant want, and need to always keep learning; new techniques, new suppliers, new inspirations etc. are what helps us grow and build the Brentano of the future. Our No. 50 collection does exactly that, bringing back previously successful patterns with new updated performance features and a refreshed look.” said Wang.

Brentano was thrilled to be an honoree in two categories for the HiP Awards from Interior Design Magazine. Acer, to be released this upcoming fall, dimensional, with layers of organic silhouettes, is a re-energized and enlarged pattern, based Maple Fall, an honoree in the Health & Wellness: Fabric & Textiles category. Archer, an extension of our successful graphic chevron (Arrow), an honoree in the Hospitality: Fabric & Textiles category.

 

From top Left: 50th celebration, Sara Dumsick and Alexis Dawson, CEO E-Kwan Chen and Design Director Iris Wang, Silicone fabric launch, Daniel Ortiz, District Sales Manager, Paul Templeman-Holmes Global VP of Sales and Marketing, Iris Wang, Design Director.

10.09.2017

Brentano’s Annual Color Forecast 2018 <pdf>

Popular Colors Make a Comeback While New Pops of Color Expand Design Palettes

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Wheeling, IL. (October 2017) — Brentano’s tenth annual color forecast highlights refined colors from Brentano’s collection, to new, more edgy color selections that are here to stay. Three new vivacious colors (Red Rocks, Citron and Periwinkle) add personality and excitement while evolving colors (Midnight, Almost Black and Peacock) highlight timeless glamour.

“Classic colors continue to be popular in the industry but they have begun to evolve in a way that makes them more dynamic and interesting,” says Brentano’s Design Director, Iris Wang. “As a company, we have grown and in doing so our color palette has become more enriched and diverse.”

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05.01.2017

Brentano’s New Collection Includes Radiant, Resilient Textiles <pdf>

The Brentano design studio demonstrates the lines philosophy of beauty + performance with the introduction of three new products - Iliad, Mesa and Graviata...

04.01.2017

A One-Of-A-Kind Polyurethane From Brentano <pdf>

Inspired by one of the earliest art forms known to mankind, the Ceramic collection transforms earthenware — from all centuries — into a two-dimensional textile form. In a unique…

03.01.2017

Spring Kicks Off With Brentano’s Indoor/Outdoor Textiles <pdf>

Two new indoor/outdoor performance fabrics, Glaze and Raku, join Brentano's spring 2017 Ceramic collection. The collection - inspired by the artistic nature of brush strokes on pottery…

02.01.2017

Brentano Introduces Spring 2017 Collection <pdf>

Inspired by one of the earliest art forms known to mankind, the Ceramic collection transforms earthenware – from all centuries – into a two-dimensional textile form…

01.10.2017

Brentano Celebrates a Successful 2016 <pdf>

As Brentano reflects on this past year, there is much to celebrate. The year kicked off strong with the February launch of the spring 2016 Cornerstone collection. The new collection introduced…