From Java in Indonesia these exquisite wallcoverings are sophisticated and creative, these papers are beautifully made. ROA’s weavers are skilful artisans, craftspeople with attention to detail, diligence and patience. Designs are inspired by the handmade process itself, they play with the texture and weaving process, newer designs are increasingly intricate and ambitious yet retain a natural beauty.
‘Rannu’ on the left is created by pounding the paper on the loom, thus forming wrinkles and interesting textures. Whilst ‘Relieve’ on the right is handwoven and hand painted rice paper, randomly cut into strips
Abaca, is cultivated in North Sulawesi where sun and sea, harmonise in tropical islands
There is a story to every knot; skilful, diligent fingers create continuous fibres using traditional techniques, this is a story about preserving cultural heritage and enormous pride in their work.
‘Nusa’ has a tropical feel, Raffia is from East Java, the home of the ancient Javanese kingdom. Fibres are shredded by hand.
With diligence and tremendous care, these craftswomen weave on traditional looms in the weaving house.
This paper ombre is an exploration of classic methods resulting in contemporary design, texture and colour.
Pretty in pink, 'Rannu' is a pounded paper wall covering.
'Wai' is a 'painterly' woven paper
'Coral' in abaca.
Papers are woven to order and exactly to fit the space. This ensures perfect placement of the panels and, importantly, no wastage.
Custom abaca panel in the elegant Oku Restaurant, Jakarta.
Custom Raffia paper at OKU Restaurant in Jakarta.
Ideal for resorts and villas, ROA’s designs sing in a South East Asian environment. Here at Apurva Kempinski, Bali.
Artisanal, sustainable, local, creative and extraordinarily beautiful, espouse the ROA Handmade brand, to view more visit retota.com/roa/about-us
From Java in Indonesia these exquisite wallcoverings are sophisticated and creative, these papers are beautifully made. ROA’s weavers are skilful artisans, craftspeople with attention to detail, diligence and patience. Designs are inspired by the handmade process itself, they play with the texture and weaving process, newer designs are increasingly intricate and ambitious yet retain a natural beauty.
‘Rannu’ on the left is created by pounding the paper on the loom, thus forming wrinkles and interesting textures. Whilst ‘Relieve’ on the right is handwoven and hand painted rice paper, randomly cut into strips
Abaca, is cultivated in North Sulawesi where sun and sea, harmonise in tropical islands
There is a story to every knot; skilful, diligent fingers create continuous fibres using traditional techniques, this is a story about preserving cultural heritage and enormous pride in their work.
‘Nusa’ has a tropical feel, Raffia is from East Java, the home of the ancient Javanese kingdom. Fibres are shredded by hand.
With diligence and tremendous care, these craftswomen weave on traditional looms in the weaving house.
This paper ombre is an exploration of classic methods resulting in contemporary design, texture and colour.
Pretty in pink, 'Rannu' is a pounded paper wall covering.
'Wai' is a 'painterly' woven paper
'Coral' in abaca.
Papers are woven to order and exactly to fit the space. This ensures perfect placement of the panels and, importantly, no wastage.
Custom abaca panel in the elegant Oku Restaurant, Jakarta.
Custom Raffia paper at OKU Restaurant in Jakarta.
Ideal for resorts and villas, ROA’s designs sing in a South East Asian environment. Here at Apurva Kempinski, Bali.
Artisanal, sustainable, local, creative and extraordinarily beautiful, espouse the ROA Handmade brand, to view more visit retota.com/roa/about-us