Posted on February 24, 2022

• Vintage Rugs

When it comes to vintage rugs, Turkish Oushaks are a favorite of designer Ann Flanagan. "I like to stick with a neutral color palette and have fun with the design," she says. Because these rugs have had a previous life, Flanagan generally gets them cleaned before styling them in a home. However, their secondhand nature certainly comes with a slew of benefits. Adds Flanagan, "Usually there is that natural patina from years of use and I worry less about spills, crumbs, or the errant crayon doodle."

Designer Molly Machmer-Wessels is also a big proponent of going the vintage route. "We love the unique design each one offers, no one is like the next," she says. "We love the history they add to each room. They can be neutral and soft or bold and colorful. From a pattern perspective they can be busy or simplistic."

• Layering Rugs

"Own a rug that feels too small for your space but you want to make it work? Add a larger, complementary rug underneath your existing rug to help fill the empty space, and voila," designer Kelly Walsh suggests. Oftentimes, we see patterned rugs layered above a solid jute piece, but there are many options when it comes to implementing a layered look. "Remember, there are no hard rules when it comes to layering," Walsh explains. "The only suggestion I have is when it comes to the placement of the larger rug—place this in the same direction as the furniture."

• Framed Rugs

Have a small rug that you think deserves some extra attention? Walsh notes that framing a rug and displaying it as art is another popular style trend. "A fun, non-traditional, idea is to turn a rug that is filled with design and pattern into wall art," she explains. Walsh purchased a 2-by-3 foot Moroccan piece for this purpose. "I love the colors and design too much to keep it on the floor," she notes. "It's also a piece that is filled with history and good memories!"

• Jute or Sisal Rugs

If your style leans coastal or traditional, a jute or sisal rug may be the pick for you. "Trends come and go, but a sisal or abaca rug is timeless and always on point," designer Jessica Alex says. "Whether simple or patterned, these rugs pair perfectly with modern, monochromatic schemes and make the more traditional, chintz driven schemes feel current and relaxed." And, yes, they also make great layering pieces, Alex notes. "I especially love when they are installed wall-to-wall and layered with an antique kilim or animal hide on top for a more eclectic vibe."

• Shag Rugs

By no means are these simply a piece of the past, says designer Annie Santulli. "When we tell people that shag is back, they flashback to a 1970's wood-paneled den, but today’s shag rugs are a brand new take on the old style," she explains. "Made from natural materials in different textures, they are a tactile delight for your feet." Not sure where to place one in your home? Think about where you spend the most time barefoot. Notes Santulli, "We especially love to add shag rugs to bedrooms for that luxurious first step in the morning."

Original article: https://www.thespruce.com/rug-trends-4156689