Rugs have been prized for over 5000 years and were often prominently displayed in the homes of the affluent. They were even traded as a high-value commodity and shipped across the world as part of a thriving global trade. Today, luxury rugs are far more readily available, but their value in elevating a living space and adding to its comfort hasn’t diminished. Available in varied shapes, sizes, materials, and colours, the question is never if you need a living room rug, but rather how to choose the perfect one to suit your style.
Whether you want to instantly transform your floors for seasonal change or demarcate functional areas in your living room, a new rug is the answer. A simple rug can breathe new life into your living space and elevate its aesthetics immeasurably. Practically, rugs can be used for noise reduction and insulation, providing a soft border between spaces in open-plan areas and for floor protection in high-traffic areas. They can also serve as simple additions to emphasise the styling of your living room or add a new layer to your decor. Luxury rugs distinguish themselves through exceptional weaving quality, exemplified by renowned Persian craftsmanship or through premium materials.
The most profound effect that a rug can have on your living room is in aesthetics. A rug of the right colour and size would not only accentuate the existing colour schemes of the room but also complement it. The right rug can also present the impression of extra space and make a living room appear bigger. Last but not least, the presence of a warm and comfortable luxury rug would change the way you feel in your living room.
Price and quality are both factors to consider when choosing a rug. Different types of rugs may suit your style, room size and textural preferences. While rugs often overlap multiple categories, knowing what rug types are most popular will help you narrow down the options for your living room.
An area rug is determined by its function. It separates the different areas of a larger room. The most common use of an area rug is to separate the living room from the dining space in an open-plan environment.
These large rugs can serve as a visual anchor for a room, bringing it together in place of partition walls, which are no longer a priority in modern homes. Traditionally, an area rug is slightly smaller than the space it demarcates, thereby allowing it to pull the room together and visually group its furnishings.
The feel of a rug is as important as the look. How it’s made and what materials it’s made from are both important, especially when you’ll be using the rug in an important seating area. These factors not only have an effect on the aesthetic appeal of the rug but also on longevity, durability and long-term maintenance. You need to take into consideration the pros and cons of all popular rug materials before making your choice.
Contemporary rugs are typically made of synthetic fibres, making them cost-effective and highly customisable, with a wide range of colours and styles options.
While it is true that these rugs are highly resilient and can last a long time without much damage, synthetic rugs are prized for their interchangeability more than their durability.
Splurging on a luxury rug for the living room can make a huge improvement in the aesthetics of your living room. A well-chosen area rug can highlight the best features of the room and draw attention to details like colour and fabric choices, contributing to the luxurious look and feel of the room. On the other hand, a badly chosen area rug that is too big, too small, or the wrong colour or texture can detract from an otherwise well-styled living room. Nonetheless, there are several factors to consider before selecting a rug for your living room:
Home decor trends are permanently in flux, alternating between two styles; one favours muted earth tones while the other favours bold eclectic patterns. Between these two is a wide spectrum, with elements from both schools interpolating to a degree. Muted tones may benefit from a pop of bright excitement to break the monotone and vice versa. Picking a style that suits your own tastes is made easier with the help of experienced designers, who can help narrow down your options.
Texture is en vogue this season with rug layering, being utilised to show off contrasting textures, growing in popularity. This looks great in muted earth tones where the interest comes from texture instead of bold and bright colours. Layering a Sesile rug with a soft shaggy rug or a fluffy wool rug is an easy way to achieve this look and reap the benefits of added insulation.
Vintage rugs and vintage-inspired large rugs are also on trend. These rugs offer an old-world and classically rustic charm that has always been in vogue. Most sophisticated people are always on the lookout for items which can lend their living spaces a vintage aesthetic.
Organic shapes may be harder to style than the usual rectangular carpet, but they are a popular style choice for modern rugs. Where the shape of the rug may be a hard sell, round rugs may be easier to fit into your home.
At FCI London, we offer a wide range of options to suit every style and a welcoming team of experts to demonstrate our signature personalised service. At our stunning, 30,000 sq ft showroom, you’ll find a huge range of luxury rugs from some of the world’s best brands like Cattelan Italia and Ditre Italia. You can also browse our huge sample library to customise a unique rug in any design, colour and material of your choice.
FCI London is the foremost lifestyle and furniture house in the United Kingdom, with almost four decades of experience. We have built our position by supplying high-grade bespoke furnishings, furniture, and lifestyle offerings and through our attention to detail, personal service, and customisation expertise. We urge all discerning customers to head to our establishment, check out our extensive offerings of luxury rugs and have a meeting with our experts for a complete revamp of their residences.
If you need any advice on selecting, designing or layering bespoke rugs, take advantage of our free design consultation. Simply make an appointment to visit our award-winning showroom and our expert team will walk you through all your options, ensuring that you end up with an aesthetic you love.
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