Marteen Allen
FOUNDER, TEXTILE DESIGNER, CREATIVE CONSULTANT & EDUCATOR
I’m Marteen Allen, founder and principal textile designer of Studio Jeannot [zha-no], a New York-based textile design studio dedicated to artistry, craftsmanship, and storytelling. With 15 years of experience in textile design and consulting for mills and fabric houses, I bring a unique, cross-disciplinary approach to my work, blending creative chance with thoughtful planning to create richly storied textiles for discerning clients.
SHARING KNOWLEDGE THROUGH EDUCATION
In addition to leading Studio Jeannot, I’ve been an educator at the Fashion Institute of Technology since 2021, teaching in the Textile/Surface Design department, the same department I graduated from. My experience as both a designer and educator allows me to share my passion for textile design with the next generation of creatives.
PROVEN EXPERTISE IN TEXTILE DESIGN
Before founding Studio Jeannot in 2022, I managed textile product development and led design across print, jacquard, embroidery, and wall-covering categories for home furnishings, collaborating closely with vendors to craft trend-driven collections for high-end clients.
AN ARTIST’S FOUNDATION MEETS INDUSTRY EXPERTISE
My designs seamlessly bridge fine art and design, shaped by my background in Fine and Studio Arts and Textile/Surface Design. This foundation allows me to transform creative ideas into distinctive, luxurious textiles that elevate interiors.
CELEBRATED BY THE INDUSTRY
My work has been featured in Business of Home, Wallpaper, Architectural Digest, The World of Interiors, and Surface Magazine, underscoring my commitment to creating textiles that resonate with both beauty and purpose.
BESPOKE SOLUTIONS FOR DISTINCTIVE CLIENTS
At Studio Jeannot, I partner with clients to craft custom designs and collaborative solutions that transform creative visions into extraordinary textiles. If you’re interested in exploring how thoughtful design can elevate your next textile endeavor, I’d love to start a conversation.