Westport is an exceptional collection of high-performance cords, borders and fringes woven from Oeko-Tex-certified Sun Pro yarn, a recycled polyester engineered for lasting beauty, durability and sustainability. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, Westport exemplifies a thoughtful fusion of artisan craftsmanship and responsible innovation.
Marisa Gutmacher, vice president of design for Samuel & Sons, spoke with Business of Home about the environmental integrity and enduring elegance at the heart of the Westport collection.
What’s the inspiration behind the new collection?
Westport was born from the idea that performance and sustainability should exist in perfect harmony. Each trim is crafted to protect the environment while elevating interiors and exteriors with timeless beauty.
What was the starting point for this collection?
We began with Sun Pro yarn made from post-consumer recycled PET dyed using low-impact methods that save water and reduce chemicals. From there, every material and construction was selected for both environmental integrity and lasting elegance.
What piece are you most excited to unveil?
The Westport beaded fringe pairs hand-carved acacia wood beads—sustainably sourced and naturally resilient—with richly colored strié Sun Pro yarn. The result is a tactile, sculptural trim that feels equally at home in a coastal retreat or refined urban terrace.
What about the collection feels fresh and exciting?
Westport proves that recycled and renewable materials can deliver the same depth of color and refinement as the most luxurious products. This is performance design, reimagined for a new era of conscious living.
How do you feel this collection pushes the brand forward?
It sets a new benchmark by making sustainability an intrinsic part of performance design. The result is a collection that is as mindful as it is enduring.
How does the collection build on or complement your other offerings?
Westport expands and diversifies our indoor-outdoor trimmings with new patterns and color palettes that enrich the possibilities for design. It enables designers to create cohesive, seamless spaces where performance, beauty and sustainability work in perfect harmony.
Tell us about the materials in this collection.
Every piece begins with Oeko-Tex-certified Sun Pro yarn, crafted from recycled PET bottles and dyed through resource-conscious processes. Accents like sustainably harvested acacia wood bring warmth, tactility and artisanal quality.
How do you envision designers using this collection?
Westport is designed for spaces where performance is essential but never visible: coastal draperies, marine upholstery, shaded terraces. Each trim elevates the architecture and textile story while also quietly conveying a sustainability narrative.
Can the collection be customized?
Yes, Westport can be customized in scale and proportion while maintaining its established palette. This ensures perfect balance and visual harmony while preserving its eco-conscious performance standards.
