Dwell's 12 Picks for Cozy Interiors
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The textured patchwork that tops the Mangas Pouffe by Patricia Urquiola was originally introduced as a rug. Organic-wool fibers are woven in a richly textured seat that blends artisan techniques with modern—and playful—functionality. -
Inspired by vernacular quilting traditions, Meg Callahan uses contemporary production techniques to create her distinctive line of blankets. This version is a limited-edition Dwell+AHAlife exclusive. Price: $3,000. -
Old-world crafting techniques meet a modern sensibility in these 100-percent Turkish cotton towels by Michele Keeler. The highly absorbent, velvety-soft pile is designed to withstand years of use, and the cheerful color palette will add a bright note to bathrooms. Price: $18-89. -
After creating the Blur sofa for Moroso in 2010, New York–based designer Marc Thorpe collaborated with Jos Pelders, of the Dutch textile manufacturer Innofa, to conceive a fabric capable of pulling off a disappearing act. A high-tech process, which translates the design of their Blur sofa onto material, involved a complex sewing machine that knits the fabric into layers, creating a luxuriously textured piece. -
Designed by Claire Anne-O'Brian, this chunky stool is made from oversize knots that offer a squishy seat. -
The Grand Canyon Blanket is part of Pendleton's National Bark's collection. Price: $188-218. -
Made in Imabari, Japan--a town famous for its distinctive high quality toweling--these towels by Kontex are delicate and fine, but remarkably strong and super-absorbent. And because they’re not bulky, they take up less space than a standard set. Price: $16-420. -
The past and present collide in style with these handcrafted color-block rugs conceptualized by Barcelona designer Nani Marquina. Crafted using the traditional kilim technique, these woven wool floor coverings transform age-old weaving into a modern accent piece that brings instant impact to any room. -
This wool-polyester blanket has a pixelated graphic rendered in muted greens, plums, and blues, and a cozy taupe underside. By Missoni Home, price: $935. -
The stream of amazing projects that emerge from students at Design Academy Eindhoven in the Netherlands is never-ending. Alum Christien Meindertsma spent a summer in a village in Wales, shearing sheep and knitting with their wool—one article or product per animal. The resulting collection became a brand called Flocks, the ongoing product of which is the Urchin Pouf (shown). -
This black-and-white cotton rug is a bold anchor for any room. Designer Suki Cheema was inspired by traditional Indonesia prints, which he’s re-worked to make a modern, graphic statement. Hand-woven in India. Price: $680. -
Designed by Olli & Lime, this 100-percent cotton, fleece-lined, and supersoft Egg blanket was intended for a baby's crib, but its retro colors and simple lines would look just as cool laying at the end of your bed. Price: $45.
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