![]() 'It's always best to consider your lifestyle and the amount of foot traffic the room may see and work your way from there,' advises Rasha Rizwan, interior designer at Mackenzie Collier Interiors. 'Choosing the right rug color can be a difficult task as there are so many styles and options available today.Ĭonsider factors like the style and color scheme of your space, and the functionality – such as, do you want a rug made with high-performance fabric? Or, do you have an active family with kids or pets where washable rugs could be a lifesaver? Or the choice between a solid or patterned rug. Avoid colors that match your wallsįAQs How do I know what color rug to choose? Instead of using color half-heartedly, be bold and adventurous and embrace the stylish design potential of a stand-out rug. If you're wanting to embrace colorful room ideas but are holding off putting a bright shade on the walls, be clever and creative with your use of accessories – a colorful rug can bring just as much energy and character as paint ideas. Like with any shifting trends, our homes should be about our personal preferences and personalities, so if a color or style brings the most joy, it's always worth incorporating into the home space,' says interior designer, Sarah Barnard. Many rugs that have previously felt like the best of both worlds are fading out of favor, with more mid-tone primaries like navy or deeper red hues taking a back seat. 'Recently, rugs have been taking a stronger stance on color, whether committing to a more neutral, earthy palette or leaning towards more bright, saturated colors. (Image credit: Polly Wreford / Claudia Bryant) ![]() Instead, choose rugs with a few key colors that complement your existing color scheme,' advises interior designer, Erica Davis. 'Rugs with too many colors can be distracting and take away from the rest of your décor. However, remember that when working with a extensive palette of colors, that balance is always key. Many of these statement rugs include more saturated, vivid colors, contributing to the rugs as the room's focal point.' 'I try to find rugs with tonal color variation and textures – even if the overall rug is beige or black – with this mix happening naturally in hand knotted rugs and rugs made of natural fibers like jute.'Ī rug not only adds soft texture and comfort underfoot, it is chance to make an eye-catching design feature and focal point in a space, and choosing a design rich with color variation and texture will only help a room feel more stylish and visually interesting.Īs interior designer, Sarah Barnard says, 'Rugs are increasingly doubling as works of art in many homes, with a focus on more unique and illustrative designs, shapes, and palettes. Sharing recipes for easy meals, simple and affordable home decor projects, getting organized and finding your personal style.Interior designer Kristyn Harvey says, 'My main rule of thumb for rugs is avoiding machine made, block-colored rugs, as these solid-colored designs can make a room seem one dimensional and less luxurious. ![]() A lifestyle blog for the modern mom who is busy balancing family and the beauty of life. ![]()
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