Designing for Connection: How New York Textile Lab is Reimagining the Fiber System

New York Textile Lab, founded by Laura Sansone, is building a more regenerative and localized textile industry by connecting fiber producers, designers, and farmers in the Northeast. Rooted in a vision of transparency and interdependence, NY Textile Lab focuses on sourcing Climate Beneficial™ fibers, like local wool and alpaca, while fostering collaborations that value the land and the people behind each product.

Through its cooperative model, NY Textile Lab and the Carbon Farm Network enable designers to access regional materials directly from farms, ensuring fair prices and supporting sustainable growth.

Sansone's work reflects a broader goal of redefining value in textiles, creating a future where the industry is rooted in care, respect for the environment, and regional identity.