Active Living - BELGIAN FINESSE UNDER YOUR FEET

Publication: Active Wonen
Text: Mandy Kourkouliotis
Date: Fall 2024

BELGIAN FINESSE UNDER YOUR FEET

Our country has a rich tradition in the production of carpets, with a textile past that dates back to the Middle Ages. But what is the current state of affairs? We map out a few home-grown players who combine style and craftsmanship.

MAISON FORTON:

circular designs, locally created

From old fishing nets, old carpets and factory waste to a brand new Belgian carpet: meet Maison Forton, the landmark player that converts waste into Econyl yarn, which is dyed without using water and then processed in Belgium into beautiful and soft quality carpets made from 80% recycled material.

Founder Jozefien Forton is transparent about the entire production chain and works meticulously behind the scenes on the first 100% circular carpet . Her current Pebbles collection, characterized by serene colors and organic shapes, is a beautiful example of how creativity and sustainability are not mutually exclusive

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We are extremely proud that Maison Forton has been featured in the latest fall edition of Actief Wonen , a leading interior design magazine. The article highlights our commitment to sustainable, circular design and celebrates the craftsmanship and innovation behind our Belgian-made rugs.

In the article "Belgian finesse under your feet" Actief Wonen delves into the rich carpet tradition of Belgium and how modern craftsmanship goes hand in hand with sustainability. Maison Forton is at the forefront as the future of sustainable carpet production , with carpets made from recycled materials and without the use of water in the dyeing process.

In the article, our founder Jozefien Forton shares her vision on circular design, which has been a cornerstone of our brand since its inception. With carpets made of 80% recycled materials, Maison Forton shows how design and ecological responsibility can come together.

With our current collection, “Pebbles”, a beautiful display of organic shapes and serene colours, as an example that creativity and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.

We are incredibly honored to stand alongside other top Belgian brands in Actief Wonen . Our passion for high-quality, sustainable designs and Belgian production continues to guide us , and we thank Actief Wonen for this wonderful recognition.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and innovations at Maison Forton. Behind the scenes, we certainly don't stand still! ;)