ENTERING INTO THE REALM OF RUGS

Tactile and aesthetic qualities are a pivotal facet in rug composition, engendering depth and tangible allure. Examples such as chunky knit rugs, luxuriously shaggy flokatis and intricately braided jute rugs add textural dimensions to a living space. The trend of layering rugs also permits further experimentation with diverse textures and designs, thereby providing dimensions and visual impact to your floors. Furthermore, vintage and antique rug selections have experienced a robust resurgence in recent times, imparting a trace of history and charisma to modern interiors that seamlessly blend the vintage with the contemporary.

In the realm of rug design, geometric configurations continue to captivate, offering a modern and well-defined allure. From audacious stripes and dynamic chevrons to intricate hexagonal formations and diamonds, geometric rugs possess the capacity to introduce visual intrigue and an avant-garde flair to any area. Go for contrasting colour palettes or a monochromatic design to produce a striking central focus to a room.

Amini showcase a new way of living and “feeling” carpets with their Ciclopi collection, made from sustainable organic wool and natural colours. Inspired by the myth of the archipelago near Aci Trezza and Polyphemus, the iconic protagonist of Odyssey, the collection comes in different forms and has a three-dimensional effect that resembles the eye of the cyclops (www.amini.it)

The Retro Chic collection by Belgian carpet company Limited Edition comes in various versions – shown here in Coral as a circular rug. Inspired by the style of Memphis architects, this collection offers an upbeat geometrical design made from 50 per cent wool and 50 per cent sea silk. Limited Edition is available from Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) and Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com)

The Guadalupe Collection by cc-tapis is inspired by a popular religious site in Mexico City, The New Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Bethan Laura Wood, featured here, was inspired by its stained-glass windows and interpreted the shapes using traditional Otomi embroideries –creating a collection of rugs (with one wall hanging) using the finest natural materials such as silk, Himalayan wool, aloe and linen. CC-tapis is available from Ambience Home Design in C.C. La Poveda in Marbella (www.ambiencehomedesign.com)