Some objects carry more than their material. They carry stories, skill, and, in the case of Hali’s new Taimany collection, something even more significant: the quiet yet profound act of providing dignified work for women in one of the world’s most challenging environments.
Project Taimany is a collection of handmade rugs created in collaboration with women artisans in and around Kabul, Afghanistan, and it is as beautiful as it is meaningful.
Afghan Rug Weaving as an Art Form Worth Celebrating
Hali has been a leader in the Australian interiors landscape for more than 40 years, sourcing handmade rugs from the finest artisans across the globe. The Taimany collection represents something particularly special within that history: a direct collaboration with skilled women from the Taimany tribe, whose weaving tradition is centuries old and whose artistry is immediately evident in every piece.
Each rug is handmade from hand-spun wool, inspired by the landscapes and cultural motifs of Afghan nomadic art. Intricate geometric designs and bold, expressive colour define the collection, with each piece genuinely one of a kind. These aren’t rugs designed to blend quietly into a room. They are works of art that anchor a space, start conversations, and reward close attention.
“Afghan rug weaving is one of the great art forms of the world, and it deserves to be celebrated and sustained,” says Dan Swart, Managing Director at Hali. “Through Project Taimany, we have the privilege of connecting Australian customers with pieces that carry real history, real skill and real human stories.”
Why This Rug Collection Matters Beyond the Design
Under the current laws imposed by the Taliban, women in Afghanistan have seen their opportunities to work and study severely diminished. Project Taimany was conceived with this reality at its centre, enabling women artisans to earn a meaningful income from within their homes, maintaining both personal agency and cultural continuity in conditions that make both increasingly rare.
“Beyond the artistry, this is about ensuring that the women behind these rugs have meaningful, dignified work at a time when that is harder to come by than ever,” Dan says. “That is something we at Hali are deeply committed to.”
Ethical production and sustainability are central to the project throughout, ensuring traditional techniques are honoured while supporting long-term community development. ABC Italia, with more than 30 years of industry experience, has played a key role in reinvigorating Afghanistan’s weaving industry while ensuring its rich cultural heritage remains intact, and its partnership with Hali brings these exceptional pieces to an Australian audience for the first time.
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Bringing the Taimany Collection Into Your Home
For interior designers and homeowners who care about where their pieces come from and what they stand for, the Taimany collection offers something increasingly rare: exceptional design with genuine provenance and real purpose.
Each rug serves as a canvas where history and modernity intertwine, bringing beauty, authenticity, and enduring craftsmanship into homes. The collection spans a range of sizes and colourways, with prices starting from $8,580.
To explore the full Taimany collection, visit hali.com.au
