Rugs to riches Add flair to floors with a

Rugs to riches

The right rug can work magic to tie a room together. When in doubt, go bigger, large enough that furniture can sit comfortably on the rug without catching on the edges – this is particularly important with dining chairs. Smaller rugs come into their own when layered over larger ones. Place a rug in a different shape or pattern over a large, neutral one, or go bold by adding different, but complementary, patterns and colours. Add warmth to a room with a cosy rug – or even a few!

In the mood Cool, calm and collected, blue hues are perfect for spaces like bedrooms, where you want to fully relax and unwind

Above, on wall: ‘Costa’ 220cm x 160cm polypropylene frieze rug in Blue, $98, I/N: 0163859. Under side table: ‘Lucca’ 160cm x 120cm polypropylene rug in Blue, $48, I/N: 0163857. In basket, from left: ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rugs in Salt & Pepper, $48, I/N: 0166911, in Silver, $48, I/N: 0166912, and in Dark Grey, $48, I/N: 0166910. Foreground, from left: ‘Beckway’ 230cm x 160cm handwoven wool rug in Ivory/Blue, $148, I/N: 0166916. ‘Misurni’ 230cm x 160cm polyester rug in Zig Zag Beige, $78, I/N: 0165333. Basket, H&M Home, hm.com/nz. All other products, stylist’s own.

Create a tranquil nook for reading and reflection, furnished with comfy items in soothing shades

Lighten up Enhance the light level in a room with floor coverings and furnishings in pale hues

Left, on bench: ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rug in Silver, $48, I/N: 0166912. On floor, from back: ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rug in Salt & Pepper, $48, I/N: 0166911. ‘Splash’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rugs in Silver, $48, I/N: 0166914, and in Blush, $48, I/N: 0166913. All other products, stylist’s own.

Experiment with fringing, rustic weaves and geometric designs for an eclectic look

All that jazz Flamboyant patterns set an opulent mood

Above, from top: ‘Lucca’ 160cm x 120cm polypropylene rug in Blue, $48, I/N: 0163857. ‘Misurni’ 230cm x 160cm polyester rug in Zig Zag Beige, $78, I/N: 0165333. ‘Beckway’ 230cm x 160cm handwoven wool rug in Ivory/Blue, as before. ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven polyester/wool rugs in Dark Grey, $48, I/N: 0166910, and in Salt & Pepper, as before.

Natural living Embrace neutral tones with touchable textures

Left, from top: ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/ wool rug in Salt & Pepper, as before. ‘Splash’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rug in Blush, as before. ‘Helsinki’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rug in Silver, as before. ‘Splash’ 110cm x 70cm handwoven poly/wool rug in Silver, as before. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered. ◆