Muller Van Severen

Founded in 2011 by Belgian artists Fien Muller and Hannes Van Severen, Muller Van Severen is celebrated for its seamless fusion of art and design. Their sculptural furniture and designer rugs for Ashtari Carpets reflect a deep exploration of color, form, and material.

Influenced by their shared background in photography and sculpture, the duo creates pieces that appear spontaneous yet precise — as if drawn in space with colored lines. Their work bridges functionality and visual poetry, inviting dialogue between object and environment.

Recognized with numerous international design awards and collaborations with renowned institutions like Vitra Design Museum and Centre Pompidou, Muller Van Severen has become one of Europe’s most influential design studios. Each creation, including their handcrafted rugs with Ashtari Carpets, celebrates craftsmanship, honesty, and the raw beauty of materials.

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Our collaboration with Ashtari Carpets was a unique opportunity to merge our artistic vision with the time-honored craft of hand-knotting. The process allowed us to explore a new medium while maintaining our focus on form, color, and material. Working alongside such skilled artisans, we were able to translate our ideas into something tactile and rich with texture. The synergy between our creative approach and their technical expertise resulted in a collection that feels both true to our design language and respectful of the tradition behind the craft.
— Muller Van Severen