Moquette sample; new routemaster seat back design number 31912 , designed by Heatherwick Studio 2010

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Reference number	2018/639
Description	This moquette was designed by Heatherwick Studio for the new routemaster, also known as the New Bus for London. There were three moquette designs created for the new routemaster: the seat base, seat back and trim. This sample of moquette includes a test strip which is used to identify any errors made during the weaving process.
Manufacturer	Camira Fabrics Ltd
Dates	2012
Collection	Vehicle parts
Object type	Moquette sample
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Moquette Material Bus London Design Heatherwick Studio Bus
Completeness	100% 100% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Height	804mm
  Width	1550mm
  Depth	4mm

  Colour

  Attribute	Value
  Colour	Red Light grey Dark Grey

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Material	Wool Nylon Cotton
  Pile	cut

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Manufacturer	Camira Fabrics Ltd, 2012
  Commissioner	Transport for London, 2010
  Designer	Heatherwick Studio, 2010

• Associated companies, people and places

  Company

  Attribute	Value
  Company	Heatherwick Studio, 2010

  People

  Attribute	Value
  People	Stuart Wood - 2010