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COLOURFUL CARPETS
Carpet is making a confident return, but not in the safe greys and silvers that have dominated recent years. Instead, colour is being used to create warmth, personality and a greater sense of comfort.
Olive green, ochre, burnt orange, deep blue, rose and earthy terracotta are perfect for bedrooms, staircases and snug spaces. These richer shades work especially well in wool, where the natural texture softens the colour and gives it depth.
Pattern is also becoming more adventurous- consider using stripes, checks and subtle geometric designs to define stairs, landings and smaller rooms. For a more restrained approach, choose a coloured carpet in a simple loop or softly mottled finish.
Treat your carpet as part of your room’ s colour palette rather than a neutral backdrop, picking up its tone in upholstery, artwork or accessories.
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Berber Collection Caidal Rug( 80 x 150cm), Louis De Poortere
“ Autumn / winter interiors are embracing colour with renewed confidence, and carpets and rugs are playing a key role in introducing warmth and personality to the home. Rich rusts, deep forest greens, burgundy, ochre and earthy terracotta are proving particularly popular, bringing depth and a cocooning feel to living spaces. Whether a subtle foundation or a statement design, colourful carpets and rugs create an inviting backdrop that pairs beautifully with natural materials and tactile fabrics, making homes feel both comforting and effortlessly stylish throughout the season.”
Alan Russell, UK sales director, Louis De Poortere
Sendai Collection Forest Mood Rug( 80 x 150cm), Louis De Poortere
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