Selected Projects
Amazon Headquarters
Bird Cage, 2023
This artwork, with a nest-like structure, represents the interconnectedness of technology and systems, celebrating shared physical spaces and memories. Viewed from afar, rhythmic patterns adorn the steel frame, while up close, hand-woven ropes display a color gradient across floors, symbolizing time's passage and evolving ideas. More than art, it honors the historic textile building, bridging past and present technologies.
Manhattan, NYC
Commissioned by Amazon NYC HQ + Indiewalls
19' H x 18' W - Hand-woven solution-dyed acrylic, Hand-dyed leather and steel
Photography by Elliot Goldstein + Majid Aliyev
Salon Gallery Show
The Forces Between, 2023
In this series, I use leather and metal to create narratives that reflect life's changing tapestry, exploring themes of control. By transforming flat materials into dynamic, three-dimensional pieces, I challenge rigidity and invite viewers to engage from multiple perspectives, enhancing awareness of the crafted environment.
Manhattan, NYC
Salon Design, 27 Vestry St
Created by Brit Kleinman for her first solo show
6 new unique pieces in hand-dyed leather, steel, cotton, brass and wood
Photography Black and Steil
Moonflower Wine Bar
Pulsar Upholstery, 2022
Pulsar is made by hand with precise intervals between brush strokes. The divide between, cracks through the pattern with pulsating high energy rays.
West Village, NYC
Commissioned by Swimclub Studio
15' x 3' - Made from hand dyed upholstery leather
Photography by Moonflower
West Village Residence
Undulating Cascade, 2023
This captivating piece features waves of rich, warm hues on a brass backdrop, inspired by Hudson River mountain landscapes at sunset. The tapestry appears to float against the wall, with light and shadow creating an enchanting, ever-evolving allure throughout the day.
West Village, NYC
Commissioned by private Client
6' x 3', made from twisted hand dyed leather, brass, wood
Photography by AVO Studio
Auto Camp Hotel
Reflected Landscape, 2021
Joshua Tree provided the ideal backdrop for this newly commissioned tapestry for the Auto Camp Hotel. Inspired by the stunning landscape, we selected earthy tones that blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of the area. The tapestry gracefully hangs from a brass fixture, allowing its extra-long fringe to sway gently in the wind, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.
Joshua Tree, CA
Commissioned by Narrative Design
8' x 4' - Made from twisted dyed leather, mercerized cotton, brass
Photography by Auto Camp
Easy A Residence
Custom Ascent Couches, 2021
Nestled in the mountains of Pennsylvania, these custom designed couches are the perfect fit for our Ascent upholstery leather. We made the upholstery in a rich ochre yellow and paired it with natural hair-on-hide bolsters. The Ascent pattern takes you on a topographic trail as it weaves and meanders through your space like flowing water.
Equinunk, PA
Commissioned by Margaret Singer
Custom Ascent upholstered couches, made from hand dyed leather
Photography by Margaret Singer
Collector's Residence
Bespoke Watch Pillows + Woven Rugs, 2019
Bespoke watch pillows, meticulously crafted from hand-dyed leather. Each pillow is designed to cradle our client's treasured timepieces with care. Our client also chose AVO woven rugs for coordination to enhance their dining room and hallway.
San Francisco, CA
Commissioned by Feldman Architecture
120 watch pillows, 6'x9' Woven Current Rug, 3'x12' Woven Stripe Runner
Photography by Lindsey Theobald + AVO Studio
Swift & Co
Tethered Flicker Tapestry, 2021
This piece examines the tension between two elements that are simultaneously joined and pulled apart, embodying a structured yet loose quality, as if taking a breath. Made for the lobby of Swift & Co., a development by Silverman Building and Swimclub Studio.
Hamilton Park, NJ
Commissioned by Swimclub Studio
17' W x 8' H - Made from woven leather, mercerized cotton, wood
Photography by Erik Bernstein
8500 Sunset
Chroma Metropolis, 2017
This hand-dyed leather tile mural reflects the intricate tapestry of Los Angeles neighborhoods. Created for the lobby of the 8500 Sunset condominium complex, the mural features a dynamic range of blues that mirror L.A.'s natural surroundings, from the sky to the sea. Each tile contributes to the grand design, capturing the city's essence.
Los Angeles, CA
Commissioned by House of Honey
12'x 10' - Made from hand dyed leather tiles
Photography by Courtney Kleinman
Ecco Headquarters
Forgotten Memos, 2023
In the creative industries, sample decks are frequently overlooked yet act as powerful tools, housing a multitude of ideas and designs. This piece pays tribute to these decks, capturing a sense of motion that evokes the playful experience of flipping through them. The vibrant color blocks within the letters symbolize the collective creativity and spirit of each brand.
Brooklyn Navy Yard, NY
Commissioned by Ecco
10' x 4' - Made from dyed leather, steel, brass
Photography by AVO Studio
Metrodora Institute
Artworks, 2023
This artwork collection created for the Metrodora Institute includes "Formations Cascade", "Salt Lake Flat", "Gathered Time", "Refracted Foothills", and "Threaded Sandstone"—each designed to reflect the serene beauty of the Utah landscape and the nurturing spirit of the Institute. Together, these artworks create a calming and supportive atmosphere that aligns with the Institute’s mission.
Salt Lake City City, UT
Commissioned by Denton House
For more information, please see the individual artwork pages.
Photography by AVO and Rachel Cline
The Huron
Leather Upholstery, 2024
AVO's hand-dyed leather enhances the lobby of The Huron, a new residential building in Greenpoint by Morris Adjmi Architects. The soft pale peach leather inlay adds sophistication, complemented by a striking 19-foot woven leather upholstery around the front desk. AVO collaborated closely with the architects to create custom samples, exploring different colors and weaving patterns, with each piece meticulously hand-dyed by the team.
Greenpoint, NYC
The Huron - residential building
Commissioned by Morris Adjmi Architects
Hand-woven leather for front desk; hand-dyed leather inlay for lobby wall
Photography by AVO