Khanittha Nualtaranee
Born: 1983
Hometown: Bangkok
Based in: Bangkok
Khanittha Nualtaranee (b. 1983, Bangkok) is a textile designer and artist specializing in surface and woven design. Initially trained as an industrial designer, she later earned a Master’s degree in Textile Art and Design from Aalto University in Helsinki, Finland, where she developed her skills in craftsmanship, conceptual thinking, and design processes.
Khanittha's work combines sophisticated techniques, diverse materials, and traditional textile methods, all within a contemporary context. She is currently the head of textile design at Doitung, a social enterprise under the Mae Fah Luang Foundation in Thailand. In addition, she runs Kaniit.Textile, her creative studio focused on experimental projects, where she explores innovative approaches to textile design.
More About Khanittha Nualtaranee
Describe your creative process.
My creative process involves exploring and discovering new possibilities to create the extraordinary from the ordinary.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Sophisticated technique, craftsmanship, and reinterpretation.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
I regard my hand the most vital tool, as it allows me to explore, experiment, and realize my ideas.
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Highlights from EMERGE @ FIND 2024
September 10, 2024
Credentials
Education
Aalto University (School of Arts, Design and Architecture)
Finland, 2012
Chulalongkorn University
Thailand, 2006
Awards
Designer of the Year in Textile and Fabric Design, Thailand
2021
Design Excellent Award 2020 (DEmark), Thailand
2020
Exhibitions
D17/20-Design in Southeast Asia, Paris Design Week
France, 2020
Warp, Bangkok Design Week
Thailand, 2019
Wall P, Chiang Mai Design Week
Thailand, 2018
Flow, The Cooperation II
Thailand, 2014
The Impermanence of Things, Norther Exhibition, Milan Design Week
Italy, 2013
The Impermanence of Things, MOA12 The Masters of Aalto Year Show
Finland, 2012
Pattern Lab, Hesinki Design Week
Finland, 2010