UNRAVELLING THE BEAUTY OF RUGS

Rugs are seen by many as an essential decorative element in interior design, adding warmth, texture and character to any space. Whether you are looking to create a cosy ambience or make a bold statement, these rug inspirations will help you elevate your space to new heights. Bringing the beauty of nature indoors is a prominent trend in home design. Think earthy tones, botanical motifs and organic patterns. Rugs featuring leafy prints, floral designs or even abstract representations of natural landscapes can infuse a space with a sense of tranquillity, harmony and connection to the outdoors. Geometric patterns continue to be a popular choice when it comes to rug design, offering a contemporary and structured aesthetic. From bold stripes and chevron designs to intricate hexagons and diamonds, geometric rugs can add visual interest and an avant-garde touch to any space. Opt for contrasting colours or a monochromatic scheme to create a striking focal point. For those seeking a bold and contemporary statement, abstract rug designs are a go-to. These rugs showcase artistic patterns, asymmetrical shapes and vivid colours, allowing you to introduce a unique and vibrant element to your space. Abstract rugs can be the focal point in a minimalist interior or provide a bold contrast in a more traditional setting.

Texture is a key element in rug design, creating depth and tactile appeal.

Chunky knit rugs, shaggy flokatis and braided jute rugs are some stand-out examples that introduce texture into a space. Layering rugs is another trend that allows you to play with different textures and patterns, adding dimension and visual interest to your floors. Vintage and antique rugs have made a strong comeback in recent years, adding a touch of history and character to modern interiors – blending the old and the new.

Right Reversible by Gan is made using a new and complex hand-looming technique, which is what makes this collection so special. It uses threads of different thicknesses and materials, weaving both wool and linen at the same time on both sides. The side with wool offers high-quality texture and warmth, while the side blending linens gives a lighter feel, ideal in warmer temperatures, making Reversible a highly versatile and innovative floor solution. Gan is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com), Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es) and UDesign in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es)

Below Right Patcha by cc-tapis is a collection of handknotted contemporary rugs made from Himalayan wool and recycled silk and designed by Patricia Urquiola. The layering patchwork of speckled technicolour, mint green, taupe, lavender and burgundy draws the eye and gives a playful look (www.cc-tapis.com)

Below The stunning new Abstract collection by Limited Edition has been created to embrace the revival of the brutalist style. The rugs come in various shapes: rectangular, elliptical (as shown here) or circular, in cream with a three-dimensional effect. 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)

Left Opuhi from Pierre Frey’s Iles Enchantées collection features a composition freely inspired by the art of Polynesian tapa, which is a plant fabric made of tree bark on which geometric or stylised compositions are printed. This beautiful carpet is hand-knotted in the traditional way in Nepal with a wool pile. Pierre Frey is available from UDesign in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) and Alison Bethell-Collins Interior Design in Avda. del Mediterráneo, San Pedro de Alcántara (www.alisonbethellcollins.com)

Below Left This handmade jute rug in organic cotton features a Scandinavian bohemian style that offers simplicity and natural warmth for a living space. Available directly from the Sybartum showroom situated on the Mijas Road and in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.sybartum.com)

Below Dibujo Tinta 1957 from Nanimarquina’s Chillada collection is an indoor rug hand-tufted with New Zealand wool and celebrating the work of artist Eduardo Chillida, who is renowned for his unique lines (www.nanimarquina.com)

Turning Up The Heat On Style

Above The Milano Free-Standing by Tubes is a sculptural radiator designed by Antonia Astori and Nicola De Ponti. It is self-supporting and can be placed anywhere in the room, making it highly versatile within an interior design scheme. Tubes is available through UDesign in Polígono Industrial San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es) and Gunni & Trentino in Marbella Club (www.gunnitrentino.es)

Right Designed by Piero Lissoni for Antrax IT, the Waffle radiator is an exceptional project that combines technology, energy saving and sustainability with attentive aesthetic research. The heating body is made of 100 per cent recyclable cast aluminum comprising a selection of embossed powder coatings that have been conceived to evoke, including by touch, the historical imagery of cast iron radiators. These are also reinterpreted by Waffle in the surface manufacturing process, which is characterised by a three-dimensional geometric texture. Its material imprint, highlighted by superior heat output and advanced technical performance, is further enhanced by the inclusion of a handle or robe hook, in walnut and natural ash, to ensure the radiator is completely functional in the bathroom. The Waffle module, with water supply only, can be replicated in up to five elements, developed horizontally or vertically (www.antrax.it)