Designers tell us to think of area rugs as “design allies” because of their versatility in color, size, shape, pattern and texture. They also continue to suggest changing our rugs with each season and to bring out those heirlooms for special family occasions. Let’s not forget how easily area rugs can be picked up so they can appear in another room where they can bring – and get – a new life.
Whether or not you intend your next area rug to become the next family keepsake, don’t think of it as a last-minute afterthought to a new floor, but as a focal point or building block of your interior design. more...