Milliken Floors ANZ

We are incredibly proud to introduce the #PāHarakeke collection, winner of the 'To The Floor' competition. Here we take a deeper dive into the inspiration behind the collection, the designs and colourways, and most importantly - introducing Arnya Karaitiana, Creative Director & Kaiārahi Māori. Pā Harakeke presents a sense of lineage and connection, symbolic of our connections to one another and our environment. Lines inform strong bonds; a firm hold from one thing to another while creating pathways where knowledge and information can transcend and be shared. The collection explores the natural form, anatomy and physical expression of the Harakeke plant unique to Aotearoa, New Zealand – a metaphorical understanding of family from a Te Ao Māori perspective. Read more about this collection here in our newsletter ➡️ ➡️

Did you know? 🔎 We met our 2025 goal to reduce indexed greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 by achieving positive impacts tied to cogeneration and energy efficiency projects and increased renewable energy inputs. Discover our journey and learnings in Milliken's 2023 Sustainability Report, which reflects our progress toward our 2025 People, Product, and Planet Goals, including our certified commitment to net-zero. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eHhEeXdT #DiscoverMilliken #ForHumanKIND

#PāHarakeke – ‘Our Woven World’ presents a sense of lineage and connection, symbolic of our connections to one another and to our environment. Lines inform strong bonds, a firm hold from one thing to another, while creating pathways where knowledge and information can transcend and be shared.   The collection delves into the natural form, anatomy, and physical expression of the Harakeke plant, indigenous to Aotearoa, New Zealand, serving as a metaphorical representation of family from a Te Ao Māori perspective. Pā Harakeke is available in 7 designs and 8 colourways, each beautifully illustrating the stages of the Harakeke plant's growth, visually capturing its development 🌿 Harakeke, ‘Flax’ 🌿 Te Kākano, ‘The Seed’ 🌿 Pakiaka, ‘The Root’ 🌿 Muka, ‘The Fibre’ 🌿 Te Rau, ‘The Leaf’ 🌿 Tuia, ‘To Stitch’ 🌿 Raranga, ‘To Weave’ Beautiful colour schemes were selected to reflect the natural environment of the Harakeke, making use of neutral tones inspired by New Zealand's geothermal scenery, such as unique rock and limestone formations.   To learn more about this collection, head to our website https://lnkd.in/gCPx5xfM Arnya Karaitiana Designers Institute of New Zealand #exclusivecollection #interiordesigntips #interiorinspirations #communities #communitymatters #reconciliation #newcollection #collaborationart #artistcollaboration #collaborationwork #newcollaboration #aoteroaart #aotearoanz #printmakingartists #printmakingartwork #printmakingart #printmakingprocess #patterns #mixedmedia #handprinted

We are thrilled to announce that Milliken & Company has earned a 2024 EcoVadis Gold Rating for the third consecutive year! 🌟 This recognition places us in the top 5% of organizations assessed by EcoVadis, reflecting our commitment to sustainability across our chemical, textile, flooring, and healthcare operations. "A big thank you to our dedicated team for driving our sustainability efforts forward," said Halsey M. Cook Jr, President and CEO. "This achievement underscores our dedication to transparency, innovation, and making a positive impact." Learn more about this achievement here: https://brnw.ch/21wPa9D

Did you know? 🔎 We met our 2025 goal to reduce indexed greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 by achieving positive impacts tied to cogeneration and energy efficiency projects and increased renewable energy inputs. Discover our journey and learnings in Milliken's 2023 Sustainability Report, which reflects our progress toward our 2025 People, Product, and Planet Goals, including our certified commitment to net-zero. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eHhEeXdT #DiscoverMilliken #ForHumanKIND

The #PāHarakeke Collection – ‘Our Woven World’ is inspired by the journey of artist Arnya Karaitiana in celebrating identity, while achieving balance and overall well-being. In Māori culture, the Harakeke plant symbolizes family. The central shoot (Rito) represents a child, the adjacent leaves are the parents, and the outer leaves are the grandparents, illustrating unity and generational support. The smaller fibres within the leaves signify the family's strength and cohesion. This collection showcases seven intricate designs, ranging from the prominent Harakeke – The Flax to the subtle and delicate textures of Te Kākano – The Seed and Pakiaka – The Root. It represents various stages of evolution, featuring linear and directional patterns with diverse textures in designs such as Muka – The Fibre, Te Rau – The Leaf, Tuia – To Stitch, and Raranga – To Weave. Together, these elements depict the plant's development and create a visually captivating effect. Download your #PāHarakeke brochure here https://lnkd.in/gfpJr4HJ View the entire collection catalog here https://lnkd.in/gCPx5xfM #designcompany #designoffice #newzealanddesign #sustainabilitygoals #textilearts #collaborationwork #interiordesigntips #sustainablelife #builtenvironment #projectmanagement #designblog #designtalks #bespokeinteriors #nzdesign #officedesigntrends

“This collection brings to life the lines we live by and the lines that connect us. A woven universe intermittently communicating to each other consciously and unconsciously.” The Harakeke plant, with its strong, fanned, sword-like leaves, symbolises family in Māori culture. The central shoot (Rito) represents a child, adjacent leaves are the parents, and outer leaves are the grandparents. This structure illustrates family unity and generational support, with the smaller fibres within the leaves symbolising the family's strength and cohesion. The Pā Harakeke Collection – ‘Our Woven World’ is inspired by the journey of artist Arnya Karaitiana in celebrating identity while achieving balance and overall well-being. Reach out to your local Milliken team member for any information regarding this new collection https://lnkd.in/gsZDgUkc #workswithwell #indopacificarchitecture #finishedprojects #indigenousartwork #indigenousarts #millikenfloors #workplacedesignspecialists #industrialflooring #workplacedesigners #workplacedesignexperts #commercialflooring #carpettiles #designerflooring #carpetcollections 

The Pā Harakeke Collection – ‘Our Woven World’ draws inspiration from the artist Arnya Karaitiana's exploration of identity, balance, and holistic well-being. In this visual narrative, we delve into Arnya's sources of inspiration and creative process, providing insight into the significance of the Pā Harakeke collection. The Harakeke is an herbaceous plant with strong, sword-like leaves arranged in a fan-like pattern around the central growing point, called the ‘Rito’. In Māori culture, the Pā Harakeke (flax family) symbolises whānau (family), with the Rito representing a child, the adjacent leaves as parents, and the outer leaves as grandparents. The plant's structure illustrates interconnectedness and generational support, while the smaller muka fibres within the flax strands symbolise the unity and strength of the family. “This collection brings to life the lines we live by and the lines that connect us. A woven universe intermittently communicating to each other consciously and unconsciously.” Arnya Karaitiana (@arnyak) For more on this collection, visit the product catalog https://lnkd.in/gCPx5xfM Or download a brochure here https://lnkd.in/gfpJr4HJ #instadecor #interiordesigners #aotearoa #interiordecoration #indigenousart #moderninteriordesign #flatlayforever #exclusivecollection #interiordesigntips #interiorinspirations #communities #communitymatters #reconciliation #newcollection #collaborationart #artistcollaboration #collaborationwork #newcollaboration #aoteroaart #aotearoanz

We were honoured to have the opportunity to develop this series of mood boards for the new Pā Harakeke - ‘Our Woven World’ collection, recently launched by Milliken Floors ANZ in collaboration with Designers Institute of New Zealand and Creative Director & Kaiārahi Māori, Arnya Karaitiana.   The seven intricate designs, meticulously crafted by our Design Team in Sydney over the past year, embody a deep connection to nature and a commitment to sustainable design principles. The designs adaptability enables seamless integration into various market settings, bringing a calming and natural ambiance to any space. Pā Harakeke is offered in 7 unique designs and 8 colourways, each portraying the fascinating stages of the Harakeke plant's growth and its use in Māori culture. 🌿 Harakeke, ‘Flax’ 🌿 Te Kākano, ‘The Seed’ 🌿 Pakiaka, ‘The Root’ 🌿 Muka, ‘The Fibre’ 🌿 Te Rau, ‘The Leaf’ 🌿 Tuia, ‘To Stitch’ 🌿 Raranga, ‘To Weave’ A neutral-toned palette was selected to reflect the natural environment of the Harakeke plant. It was inspired by New Zealand’s geothermal landscape, from the greens of dense brush to the unique gradient tones of limestone formations the countryside is iconically known for. To learn more about this collection, head to our website https://lnkd.in/gCPx5xfM Thank you to our design team Jessica Sanders, Chloe Salinas, Maria Stergiou, Kanika Sangar and James Mfula.

Milliken Floors ANZ, in conjunction with The Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ), proudly introduces our latest 'To The Floor' collection, Pā Harakeke – ‘Our Woven World', crafted in collaboration with Creative Director & Kaiārahi Māori, Arnya Karaitiana. Arnya Karaitiana born in Hastings, Aotearoa, New Zealand is of Māori decent – Rangitāne, Ngāti Ranginui, Te Arawa. She shares her unique indigenous perspective from her Te Ao Māori view of the world, through an expression of connection, exploring the relationships between people and place – Our Woven World.   Arnya brings profound expertise from over 15 years in the arts, design, and advertising sectors. Her passion lies in purposeful design, craftsmanship, and storytelling, all aimed at creating experiences that resonate deeply and foster positive change.   “Knowing your identity is knowing your whānau (family), your whakapapa (heritage) while maintaining the connections between body, mind, and spirit.”   She emphasises the sense of connection, strength, and resilience that arises from a strong whānau (family) foundation while honouring the many generations—past, present, and future—that shape her journey.   With a young whānau of her own, Arnya pursues daily well-being by integrating creative practices and perspectives rooted in indigenous traditions, all while gently respecting the environment that sustains us. To view the #PāHarakeke collection catalog, click here https://lnkd.in/gCPx5xfM To download a brochure, click here https://lnkd.in/gfpJr4HJ And, for any questions regarding this collection, find your local representative here https://lnkd.in/gsZDgUkc #interiordesigners #aotearoa #interiordecoration #indigenousart #moderninteriordesign #flatlayforever #exclusivecollection #interiordesigntips #interiorinspirations #communities #communitymatters #reconciliation #newcollection #collaborationart #artistcollaboration #collaborationwork #newcollaboration #aoteroaart #aotearoanz