Cory Grosser

• Gradient Collection
• 4 patterns, 16 colors
• Constructed with 100% polyester
• Best of NeoCon Editors' Choice

The Gradient Collection is a unique collaboration between Textus and internationally acclaimed industrial designer Cory Grosser. The collection was inspired by the designer’s belief in the positive affects of color and beauty on human emotion and productivity. Similar to the works of color field artists such as Mark Rothko, Gradient creates a sublime emotional response from the viewer. Unlike those artists the Gradient Collection introduces "motion" and "transition" to the composition. This combination of pure color and form with the idea of motion is a common element throughout Grosser's work and is a reflection of the bustle of the modern working environment.

Over 100 yarns were custom-dyed to Mr. Grosser’s exact specifications resulting in the first woven color gradient in the Contract industry. Additionally, each color is available in vastly different scales including: a 144" repeat, a 36" repeat, an 18" repeat. The blend of color and scale allows designers to experiment; Gradient can be the defining element of a space.

Cory Grosser is an American product designer, brand strategist and educator. In 2002 he founded his studio in Los Angeles. The same year, he had his first international exhibition in Milan and secured his first consulting project from a Fortune 500 company. Since then, he has gone on to become one of America's top independent product designers. His career balances design work for high level European design brands, strategic consulting engagements for large corporations and teaching the next generation of designers. His work has been featured in books and journals worldwide, including the covers of several magazines. Surface Magazine named him one of the Top Avant-Garde Designers in America” His work has appeared in television and movies in America and abroad.

Cory has won several awards, including an ID Magazine Design Review Award, Best of Neocon Award, a Gold Award at IIDEX, and an I.Dot selection representing the best of Italian Design. His work has been shown in exhibitions and museums worldwide.

Cory is active in design education. He is a faculty member of Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA. He's taught advanced studios sponsored by Chrysler, Roxy, Honda, Ford, Indy Racing League and Bernhardt Design. He's also served as a judge in several design competitions including the 2007 Bombay Sapphire Designer Glass competition, the selection committee for the Salone Satellite in Milan and the Spark awards. He has given talks and lectures internationally in cities as diverse as Milan, Toronto and San Salvador.

Born in Rochester, NY, Cory holds an Architecture degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo and an Industrial Design degree from Art Center College of Design.