Arts Thread

Sophie Amelia is a surface pattern designer for home interior products and accessories. She is a process-led designer-maker, specialising in screen printing and celebrating traditional printmaking processes with her practice. Applying an innovative human-centred approach, Sophie explores how design can improve well-being through sensory regulation, particularly for neurodivergent people. Her process is influenced by time spent in community workshops and aims to provoke societal change through empowerment and embracing authenticity to create inclusive sensory design pieces with an adult-focused approach. Often employing experimental drawing and mark-making techniques, Sophie communicates ideas through an abstract approach to image-making, using both hand and digital methods to construct compositions. Her work often includes the considered use of specialist surface finishes such as flocks, foils and other non-traditional printing techniques to elevate the tactile sensory approach. Sophie meticulously documents her inspiration, process and creative journey throughout the development of each project. Her keen eye for creating colour palettes, alongside material and finish exploration and extensive contextual research all play a crucial role in communicating the intended tone and mood of her work. Sophie aspires for her work to have purpose, with characteristics of personal value and longevity. Sustainable material choices and a focus on long-term trends alongside her handcrafted approach allow the creation of forward-thinking designs and inventive collections.