Lifestyle: Vintage Rugs

here is something so enticing about a good vintage rug. The subtle worn corners and muted colors with pops of vibrant knots weaved throughout, tell a story of old and new. Imagining where a rug has been and the story it could tell is part of the intrigue. Our all-time favorite vintage rug style is a good Oushak rug. Their subtle patterns make them fit seamlessly with any design style.

We love using vintage rugs in kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms and bathrooms. They provide a much-needed softness, texture and pattern into spaces that are saturated with hard surfaces. Another great space to incorporate a vintage rug is down a long hallway. It adds instant character and charm.

We are firm believers that home should be lived in and enjoyed so we always recommend purchasing a rug you love but at a price point that you won’t be afraid to utilize it in the main spaces of your home. If they are placed in a high traffic area of the home, we suggest having them cleaned every couple of years by a professional, who can also mend any fraying edges or holes. Keep a little card on file with what type of rug it is, what year it was made and where it was purchased. It is always fun to continue the legacy of the vintage story.

• Photography by Samantha Goh Photography • Bathroom photo by Kristen Vincent Photography

• Karyn Frazier and Jessica Nicolls are the owners of the interior design firm Bungalow 56. .