Guest Picks: Traditional Rugs to Warm Up Your Home
Choose a rich and dramatic statement for your floor
As much as I love bare hardwood floors, I have to admit that a gorgeous rug can really anchor a space and provide a dose of warmth and polish to a room.
The rich tones and vibrant patterns found in traditional rugs provide lots of versatility, letting you mix colors and periods to achieve one unique look. A dramatic rug can serve as a focal point, allowing you to keep furniture and accessories simple and budget-friendly. Or a worn-in rug can add texture and a sense of history to your space.
Some say the ceiling is your fifth wall, so consider the floor your sixth. Don't overlook the opportunity to complete your space with the help of a traditional rug. — Daniela from Aesthetic Oiseau
The rich tones and vibrant patterns found in traditional rugs provide lots of versatility, letting you mix colors and periods to achieve one unique look. A dramatic rug can serve as a focal point, allowing you to keep furniture and accessories simple and budget-friendly. Or a worn-in rug can add texture and a sense of history to your space.
Some say the ceiling is your fifth wall, so consider the floor your sixth. Don't overlook the opportunity to complete your space with the help of a traditional rug. — Daniela from Aesthetic Oiseau
Regency I Area Rug
I am currently pining over this rug! Its gorgeous colors and vibrant pattern would be perfect in my cheery home. I'd use it as a runner in a hallway.
Old London Area Rug
Perhaps it's because I'm a University of Virginia graduate, but I've always liked the orange and blue motif of this traditional rug. It would be beautiful in a dining room.
Squire Area Rug
The shade of denim blue pops out at me in this rug. I think it would be great in a casual den and the busy pattern would help cover up spills and stains from pets and kids — always a bonus.
Normandie Area Rug
LOVE the touches of black in this traditional rug as well as the medallion at its center. Drama for your floor.
Shrimp Reproduction Oushak Rug
Pink and yellow! I want. Perfect for a little girl's bedroom... or a big girl, for that matter.
Cheshire Area Rug I
Rich chocolate brown acts as a backdrop for a beautiful pattern that would look wonderful layered over a natural fiber rug (such as jute or sisal).
Handmade Legacy Hand-Spun Wool Rug
The shades of tobacco paired with grayish-blue are divine in this rug. It would be a show-stopper in a warm, wood-paneled study with well-worn leather chairs. Bonus points if a glass of port and cigar are involved.
Indo Hand-Knotted Serapi Rust/ Blue Wool Rug
Do you, like me, enjoy the look of an antique, traditional rug in a modern setting? This rug would be quite enjoyable in a spacious, modern kitchen.
Hand-tufted Heirloom Red Wool Rug
One day, I would like to have a third home that is decorated for Christmas at all times. And in said home, this would be my dining room rug to accompany my table that would be set with rich tones of emerald and gold.
Handmade Elite Traditional Wool Rug
I've definitely jumped on the ethnic textile party train, and this rug is so, so gorgeous with its crimson tones and exotic feel.
Cream and Orange Arts and Crafts Soumak Rug
Wouldn't this rug be beautiful in a traditional Arts and Crafts style bungalow? I love the motif and colors and it would be right at home with lovely dark woodwork and period details.
Hand-Woven Aztec Collection Wool Rug
I own this guy! We bought this rug for our living room and it is WONDERFUL. The color palette is a mix of golden mustard, salmon, aqua, navy and sage. Just gorgeous in person and I'm so happy with it.
Antique Reproduction Citrine & African Jade Oushak Rug
I am so drawn to rugs that sport doses of black. This one would look particularly lovely in conjunction with a black fireplace mantel decorated with a gold sunburst mirror.
Momeni Harmony HA-19 3'6"x5'6" Ivory Rug
This rug has a nice mix of the traditional motifs of Greek key and fleur-de-lis. It would be very appropriate in a feminine dressing room. With the light background, you'd want delicate feet to tread lightly on this one.
Peshawar Traditional Hand Knotted Maison Lt. Blue Rug
I really like the "worn-in" look of this rug. And it just so happens that it would be perfect for my bedroom. I think the pattern keeps it soft and serene for a peaceful spot in your home.
Oriental Weavers Sphinx Kharma 450G Sage Rug
I adore the dark drama this rug offers. If you happen to have a powder room painted a dark jade color, this rug would be fantastic in a small size at the foot of the sink.
Tree of Life Rug
I would use this rug in a large space painted a grayish blue to accentuate the color of the leaves in its motif.
Home Dynamix Premium Rug
I would use this rug in a small size under a glossy black Hollywood Regency vanity table, perhaps with a gold bamboo chinoiserie chair.
Soumak Collection
Another great choice for a casual den, this rug has nice touches of cranberry and sky blue. Would look good under a neutral sectional with pillows that bring out these colors in the rug.
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