Maja Johansson Starander

With a master’s degree in woven textiles from the Royal College of Art, Maja Johansson Starander has been designing rugs and collections since 2013 for global markets. Integrating her Scandinavian upbringing with international perspectives, she draws inspiration from diverse cultural influences and artistic exploration to craft tailor-made solutions for various spaces.
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4">Britt</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"> is a woven rug crafted with linen in both the weft and the warp. Wool yarn forms the pattern, while the weaving structure creates two distinct surfaces that together shape a refined check design. Because the pattern is created through structure rather than </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW165812387 BCX4">colour</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4">, the rug offers a calm, unified, and harmonious palette ideal for contemporary interiors.</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"></span></span></p> </div> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"><br></div> </div>

Britt - Cream

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4">Mosaic</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"> is a flat woven wool rug on a linen warp. Its mottled base introduces depth and a gentle sense of movement across the surface, catching the light and subtly shifting throughout the day. Framing the rug is a decorative border of block motifs, woven in closely related shades that create a soft yet captivating contrast. <span>The rug is also available in additional colourways, as shown in the sample images.</span></span></span></p> </div>

Mosaic - Yellow

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW19353397 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4">Linnea</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"> is a woven, striped rug in which linen yarn is used for both warp and weft. Wool forms the pattern, its warmth and texture offering a soft contrast to the linen’s smooth, cool character. The interplay between the materials creates a lively surface with a distinctly crafted, woven expression. <span>The rug is also available in an additional colourway, as shown in the sample image.</span></span></span></p> </div> </div> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"><br></div> </div>

Linnea - Gold

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4">Mosaic</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"> is a flat woven wool rug on a linen warp. Its mottled base introduces depth and a gentle sense of movement across the surface, catching the light and subtly shifting throughout the day. Framing the rug is a decorative border of block motifs, woven in closely related shades that create a soft yet captivating contrast. <span>The rug is also available in additional colourways, as shown in the sample images.</span></span></span></p> </div>

Mosaic - Blue

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW138458788 BCX4"><meta charset="UTF-8"><meta charset="UTF-8"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" class="TextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">Vandra Rugs presents Alba, a modern </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW72029239 BCX4">röllaka</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW72029239 BCX4">n</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"> rug designed by Maja Johansson </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SpellingErrorHighlight SCXW72029239 BCX4">Starander</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">. Featuring a refined palette of b</span></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" class="TextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">ordeaux, rust, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">beige</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"> and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW72029239 BCX4">grayish</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"> lilac</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-GB" class="TextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"> tones, Alba highlights the subtle nuances of yarn colour and the exp</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">ressive possibilities of hand weaving. The result is a piece where traditional </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4">craftsmanship</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW72029239 BCX4"> meets contemporary artistic vision.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW72029239 BCX4" data-ccp-props='{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":195,"335559739":195}'> The rug is finished with woven endings.</span><br></p> </div>

Alba

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW138458788 BCX4"><meta charset="UTF-8"><span class="TextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">Ver</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">a is a modern </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW93912310 BCX4">röllakan</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4"> rug designed by Maja Johansson </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SpellingErrorHighlight SCXW93912310 BCX4">Starander</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">. Featuring a refined palette of green, turquoise, grey, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">brown</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4"> and vanilla tones, </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">Ver</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">a</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4"> highlights the subtle nuances of yarn colour and the expressive possibilities of hand weaving. The result is a piece where traditional </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4">craftsmanship</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW93912310 BCX4"> meets contemporary artistic vision. </span></span>The rug is finished with woven endings.</p> </div>

Vera

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4">Britt</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"> is a woven rug crafted with linen in both the weft and the warp. Wool yarn forms the pattern, while the weaving structure creates two distinct surfaces that together shape a refined check design. Because the pattern is created through structure rather than </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW165812387 BCX4">colour</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4">, the rug offers a calm, unified, and harmonious palette ideal for contemporary interiors.</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW165812387 BCX4"></span></span></p> </div> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"><br></div> </div>

Britt

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW165812387 BCX4"> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW19353397 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4">Linnea</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW19353397 BCX4"> is a woven, striped rug in which linen yarn is used for both warp and weft. Wool forms the pattern, its warmth and texture offering a soft contrast to the linen’s smooth, cool character. The interplay between the materials creates a lively surface with a distinctly crafted, woven expression. <span>The rug is also available in an additional colourway, as shown in the sample image.</span></span></span></p> </div> </div> </div>

Linnea

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW138458788 BCX4"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4">Mosaic</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW138458788 BCX4"> is a flat woven wool rug on a linen warp. Its mottled base introduces depth and a gentle sense of movement across the surface, catching the light and subtly shifting throughout the day. Framing the rug is a decorative border of block motifs, woven in closely related shades that create a soft yet captivating contrast. <span>The rug is also available in additional colourways, as shown in the sample images.</span></span></span></p> </div>

Mosaic - Rosen

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<p><meta charset="utf-8"><span>Velvet Check is a contemporary take on the classic checkered pattern, balancing tradition with modern design. Handwoven with meticulous craftsmanship, it combines flat-woven twill, rya-knotted details, and tighter weaves to create depth, texture, and contrast. Subtle metallic yarns with hints of gold lurex add a delicate shimmer throughout. Designed by Maja Johansson Starander, the rug makes a bold yet elegant statement and is available in several colourways, including White, Gold, Copper, and Black &amp; White.</span><br></p>

Velvet Check – Beige

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<p><meta charset="utf-8"><span>Velvet Check is a contemporary take on the classic checkered pattern, balancing tradition with modern design. Handwoven with meticulous craftsmanship, it combines flat-woven twill, rya-knotted details, and tighter weaves to create depth, texture, and contrast. Subtle metallic yarns with hints of gold lurex add a delicate shimmer throughout. Designed by Maja Johansson Starander, the rug makes a bold yet elegant statement and is available in several colourways, including White, Cream, Copper, and Black &amp; White.</span><br></p>

Velvet Check – Gold

From 700 SEK
From 700 SEK
<p><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"><span class="TextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0">Inspired by the natural beauty of the Gothenburg Archipelago, </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0">Sea Meadow</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0"> </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0">reflects the textures and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0">colours</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW2356125 BCX0"> of the sea, corals, and shells. This handwoven rug, designed by Maja Johansson Starander, combines traditional Swedish rag rug techniques with a distinctive and expressive design.</span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}' class="EOP SCXW2356125 BCX0"> </span><br></p>

Sea Meadow

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