Take to the floor

Whether softening a space with plush texture or adding vibrancy with a bold design, a beautiful rug can make all the difference to an interior. Today’s options are almost endless: you can choose a bespoke service, which of course offers more possibilities for finding the perfect fit, but the often handcrafted designs found in many of the collections are no less appealing. With so many possibilities, where does one start?

The first step is to determine the function of any area and how it will be used, says. “An ultra-soft, superior silk or pashmina wool is nice for a master bedroom, but I would recommend a more durable, 100 per cent New Zealand wool rug for under a dining table. Rugs are there for comfort, but they shouldn’t be something to worry about.”