As the former material developer for technical knitwear at Patagonia, I had the opportunity to work on a wide range of product categories - from alpine jackets, to fleece, to swimwear, and more. My core focus was to develop the highest quality knit materials with the least amount of harm to the environment and people therein.
PATAGONIA | Material Development
AREAS OF FOCUS
Low Impact Technology (less water, less energy, less harm), Recycled Materials,
Seamless 3D Knitting (low waste, low labor), Regenerative Wool, Solution & Alternative Dyes, Alternative Stretch Elastomers, Strategic Sourcing
NOTED PROJECTS
Baselayer Relaunch (see video), Award Winning Merino Air, Award Winning Dual Aspect Hoodie, Nano, Bikini, Italian Recycled Wool , Seamless Knits (Circular & Flatbed), Baby Swim Diapers, Regulator Relaunch, All Fleece, All Yoga, Trail Running, Alpine, Surf, & Sportswear Knits