New Introductions by Kat Nouri
San Francisco, CA – Modern-twist offers an innovative take on placemats by taking the use of silicone to a whole new level—one that is not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but also silky to the touch. The placemats imbue hand-silk-screened patterns on non-toxic silicone. Providing an incredibly easy-to-clean surface, the silicone placemats also allow the natural grain of your table to be revealed under the non-intrusive, nature-inspired patterns. Durable, elegant and practical, the placemats are offered in Modern-twist’s signature Birds ‘n Trees, Floral, Pebbles and Origami patterns in a variety of subtle eye-pleasing hues. In February 2008, Modern-twist will also introduce a whimsical placemat collection for kids, with designs by Matte Stephens, as well as an exclusive collection for SFMOMA, a collaboration between artist Rex Ray & Modern-twist.
Creative Director Kat Nouri combines a passion for nature and minimalist design in her modern home decor collection. It’s all in the details for this San Francisco-based company, with products that are interesting to the touch, playful to the eye, and versatile in use. Maintaining practicality and functionality, the Modern-twist collection is a collaborative effort between Nouri and a tremendously gifted crew of independent designers (mostly from the San Francisco Bay Area) who share a passion for clean, minimalist design. As the latest addition to the Modern-twist collection, the placemats are a palette for independent artists that bring art to the table. Inspired by the multi-cultural San Francisco Bay Area, Modern-twist brings a clean, versatile aesthetic to the home.
With an extensive background in U.S. manufacturing, Nouri continues her efforts to manufacture Modern-twist products responsibly. U.S. and overseas manufacturers that produce Modern-twist products share respect for the environment, workers and consumers. Helping the environment by manufacturing products that last a lifetime, Modern-twist believes the best form of recycling is to purchase quality over quantity. For more information, please visit: modern-twist.com. Modern-twist also donates one percent of all sales to Onepercentfortheplanet.org.
