The Urban Living Edit: The Designer’s Guide to Rugs

When we design a new space, we often spend hours perfecting the walls. We choose the perfect lighting, and we map out the primary furniture layout. However, once you establish the baseline mood, you must turn your attention to the floor. Specifically, you need to focus on the true physical foundation of the room: the rugs.

A rug acts as the ultimate design bridge. Consequently, it turns an aspirational layout into a functional, lived-in home. When you balance value and vision, you easily avoid expensive mistakes. As a result, you prevent the room from feeling incomplete or disjointed.

Recently, I mapped out my ultimate rug-buying strategy as a contributor for the Urban Living blog. To give you a quick preview of the piece, here are three specific foundational styles. I highlight these to bring high-end character to your floors:

1. The Modern Edit

For a piece that brings significant high-end character to a room, the Allen Home Greer Hand-Tufted Wool Blend Rug is a stunning choice. The bold geometric pattern is softened by a muted palette, and the plush, hand-tufted wool provides a luxurious, cushioned feel that makes a space feel complete.

2. The Vintage Edit

The Chris Loves Julia x Loloi Francis Rug is a stunning example of attainable sophistication. Hand-hooked and made of 100% wool, the grid and diamond pattern is inspired by classic tile-work. 

3. The Texture Edit

The Boutique Rugs Chaia Dotted Plush Rug is a fun, architectural piece. Its irregular dotted pattern gives it a cute yet sophisticated look. The high-pile construction offers the cushioned comfort essential for a bedroom.

Read the Full Post on Urban Living

Getting a rug right isn’t just about selecting a beautiful style—it’s about nailing the technical execution. In the full post, I break down the absolute golden rules of scale, how to avoid the common “floating rug” mistake, and how to mix accessible retail brands with custom elements to prevent costly decor errors.

Head over to read the full guest piece, The Designer’s Guide to Rugs, on The Urban Living Magazine website.