Uptown

Samples will ship from June 16. Uptown is a bold and expressive polyester fabric defined by its large, open grid structure and refined Scandinavian perspective. It´s a fabric that combines graphic clarity with natural softness – bringing depth, rhythm, and movement to interiors. Uptown is a multi-use fabric designed for versatility across hospitality, commercial, and workspace interiors. Design and colours by Cenk Kivrikoglu and Gensler, serving as product design consultant.

  • 100% recyclable polyester
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Characteristics

Design no.
2380 — Uptown
Application
upholstery
panel
screen
Composition
100% Post-consumer recycled polyester
Weight
475 g/lm — 15.32 oz/lin.yd
Width
140 cm — 55 inches

Environment

Environment, health, and safety
EU Ecolabel
Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Performance

Abrasion
100,000 — rubs martindale BS EN 14465 (ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — double rubs wyzenbeek (ASTM D4157) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
7-8 — scale 1-8, max. 8 (EN ISO 105-B02)
Rubbing fastness dry/wet
4-5 /4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 105x12)
Flammability
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette
BS EN 1021-2 Match
DIN EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0
CA TB 117-2013
ASTM E 84 Class 1(Unadhered)
Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.
US ACT pass
CA TB 117-2013 CA TB 117-2013
ASTM E 84 Class 1(Unadhered) ASTM E 84 Class 1(Unadhered)
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k
ASTM D3511 Pilling ASTM D3511 Pilling
AATCC 16 Light fastness AATCC 16 Light fastness
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking
Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan. Multiple factors affect fabric durability and appearance retention.

Acoustic test air flow resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
EN 29053 & ISO 9053-1 (airflow resistance) B104146/71 24 Apr 2025 PDF

Abrasion resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465 In accordance with EN 14465 28515731 27 Mar 2025 PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k 25-000835 03 Apr 2025 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 28515731 27 Mar 2025 PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling 25-000835 03 Apr 2025 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2025AN0971 17 Apr 2025 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2025AN0971 17 Apr 2025 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 2025AN0934 26 May 2025 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 2025AN0934 26 May 2025 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 13936-2 28515731 27 Mar 2025 PDF
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 25-000837 08 Apr 2025 PDF

Wash stability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 6330 6M 60 C PC Flat dry Dimensional Stability to Washing at 60dg.C 28515755 29 Apr 2025 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/62947/03/25 27 Mar 2025 PDF
BS EN 1021-2 Match 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 23/62947/03/25 27 Mar 2025 PDF
DIN EN 13501-1 B-s1,d0 Unadhered 25AN0998 22 Apr 2025 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 25-000837 08 Apr 2025 PDF
ASTM E 84 Class 1(Unadhered) Unadhered 25-000837 28 Apr 2025 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 25-000837 08 Apr 2025 PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet
Test Condition No. Date Download
Material Safety Data Sheet 01 Apr 2025 PDF

Resistance to Bleach Cleaning
Test Condition No. Date Download
Internal test according BIFMA HCF 8.1 and ACT Method 1 1:10 Sodium Hypochlorite 5,25-6,25% 23 May 2025 PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

Uptown is made of polyester which is a material suited for environments with special requirements for cleaning.

Click here for guidance relating to disinfection. Link to Stain Guide...

Wash at 60°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
60°C shrinkage max 2.0%

Structured to Stand Out

Uptown is designed with flexibility in mind. As a multi-use fabric, it works across applications; even from soft drapery and spatial zoning to upholstery and panels. Its architectural pattern and refined palette make it a confident choice for hospitality, commercial, and workplace environments where aesthetics and adaptability go hand in hand.

Uptown Downtown 10 Lowres Copy
Uptown Downtown 04 Lowres Copy
Uptown Downtown 16 Lowres

Designed in Collaboration with Gensler

Gabriel collaborated with Gensler, serving as Product Design Consultant for Uptown. Gensler is one of the world’s leading architecture and design firms, and their involvement brings global insight and commercial relevance to the fabric. The collaboration ensured that Uptown meets real needs in contemporary interiors, while combining bold design with practical performance for hospitality, commercial, and workspace environments.

Split the Grid, Share the Story

Uptown shares its colour palette with Downtown, but each fabric interprets those hues differently. The larger scale of Uptown highlights subtle contrasts and creates a more expansive, flowing visual impression. This shared-yet-different approach opens up cohesive and creative possibilities; allowing designers to build contrast and continuity within the same palette. Uptown stands strong on its own, and even stronger in combination with Downtown.

City Rhythms, Softened

Uptown translates the rigid logic of the urban grid into something more fluid and emotional. With a 100 mm scale, the larger pattern references city blocks softened by natural textures, particularly mossy lines, creating a tactile dialogue between architectural structure and organic calm. The result is a fabric that feels both structured and serene, offering a unique way to divide, frame, or highlight spaces.