Creating the ultimate living experience for you starts from the floor up

Dino Interior Designer for HUBBERS

Throughout school and in his spare time, Dino had always painted as an outlet. Because of this, he decided to follow his dream of being creative and entered the workforce - studying part time to earn his Diploma in Interior Design. With a background in flooring his technical proficiency and knowledge makes him a huge asset to the Hubbers team, ensuring the right products are specified for his clients homes.

Why are you a big fan of wool carpets and rugs?

New Zealand wool carpets are advantageous as a natural and biodegradable fibre and I love that they add texture and warmth to any home. A rug in wool can be a decorative piece to treasure and soften hard flooring areas or cut pile carpets.

What colours are trending for carpet in 2023?

I feel there’s still a swing towards neutral colors, such as beige, gray, and taupe. These colors are versatile, timeless, and work well with any decor style. Neutral coloured carpets also help to create a calm and peaceful atmosphere in your home.

What tips do you have for selecting the right carpet colour for clients’ homes?

No matter how big or small the area, the colour of the floor will have a major impact on the feeling of space within the room. If the area is small or lacks natural light, a lighter shade of carpet will make it appear larger and brighter. Conversely, darker-hued carpets will warm a room, giving larger spaces a cosiness while adding depth and character. Stippled and heathered yarns are a way of creating variation and visual texture, adding interest and depth to a room.

What’s your preference – textured or cut pile?

My personal preference is textured carpet as I like the varying heights and loop size it offers, and it can establish a unique three-dimensional effect and make the carpet the hero of your home.

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…where texture meets natural luxury. According to Judy-Lea Engel, the talented product designer at Feltex, texture is all the rage in interior design. And here in Aotearoa New Zealand, where we cherish our laid-back lifestyle, it’s no surprise that textured carpets are leading the way.

Imagine the sensation of walking on soft, textured fibres that provide ultimate comfort and a cosy embrace. Chelsea Row is inspired by rugged rocky outcrops and majestic mountains, featuring a stylish linear design created with two-tone, thick and thin yarn, giving your space a sense of openness.

Made from high-quality New Zealand wool that’s locally spun and tufted, these carpets showcase the natural colour variations found in our breath-taking landscapes. With its luxurious 45oz thick pile, every step is a delightfully soft experience.