Belgian interior architect Gert Voorjans is known for colour-drenched spaces that draw inspiration from around the world, hopping from Persia to China to Europe for his projects, which include a lakeside Shangri-La hotel in Hangzhou and a Parisian boutique for fellow Belgian Dries Van Noten.

His east-meets-west style also makes him the perfect candidate to collaborate with Jim Thompson, best known for its Thai silks and the world’s largest producer of hand‑woven fabrics. A first collection arrived in 2018, and now, the latest Flair collection of fabrics and wallcoverings builds on that: inspired by the vibrancy of the Silk Road, it features bold palettes and whimsical patterns, where every thread tells a story.

The heritage ikats of south-east Asia are represented by ‘Zig Zag’, an eye-catching silk (above, bottom left) while ‘Orient’ is an interpretation of a traditional Persian rug in a linen mix. ‘Constantinople’ (above, bottom right) is inspired by Islamic tile art; and finally, we land in Venice with ‘Bronzino’, (above bottom centre) a typical damask named after the Renaissance painter, famous for depicting the Medici family and their opulent dress.

In line with Voorjans’ vibrant aesthetic, the palettes can be avant-garde and surprising: ‘Prima Vera’ comes in a colourway of hot pink and zingy lime green on a dark chocolate background (above, top right), while ‘Zig Zag’ takes its cues from gemstone colours including ruby, sapphire and emerald.

Soak up the richness of it all by visiting the Fox Linton showroom.

First Floor, Design Centre East