MONN and Evolution Collaborate on a Rug Collection

WORDS Gina Dionisio PHOTOS Elsa Young


The new flatweave rug collection by MONN and Evolution Product is inspired by nostalgic narratives, sun printed specimens and African shapes.

MONN and Evolution Product have teamed up to produce a designer flatweave rug collection, available from the end of March 2023.

Amanda du Plessis, who leads Evolution Product, has been dreaming about collaborating with crafted carpet experts MONN after visiting their factory in Harrismith several years ago.

Renowned carpet-maker Pieter Nouwens’ sons, who head up MONN, are leading a new generation of crafted carpets, pushing what’s possible with modern technologies and maintaining an appreciation of good design.

MONN rug collaboration with Evolution Project
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Through commitment and passion, this new designer rug collection combines the design essence of Evolution Project’s collectable ranges and the manufacturing expertise of MONN. For the collaboration, the Evolution Project team created a striking range of visuals inspired by heritage visuals, sun-printed specimens and African shapes, which the carpet experts translated into hard-wearing rugs ideal for high-traffic areas and outdoor patios.

The rugs from this designer collaboration are fully washable, UV resistant, and finished with a MagicGripTM coating to prevent slipping. The carpet fibres are expertly extruded to withstand the harsh South African climate. 100% Locally made, the rugs are proudly manufactured and finished at MONN’s state-of-the-art mill in Harrismith.

This collaboration will be available exclusively through MONN’s online store and directly from Evolution Product


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