Crystals Rug
- Made by: Angela Adams
- Price: $18,000
Since temperature and water-vapor humidity determine how ice crystals take their shape, we’re guessing it was superhot when this rug formed in Angela Adams’s studio. Things will cool down once this made-to-order mat is underfoot.
Articles
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Monika Järg's Wooden Carpets
While wood floors are generally more elegant than carpeting, rugs and textiles can bring warmth and texture to otherwise hard and hollow spaces. Estonian designer Monika Järg has a novel…
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The Rug Company's Chris Sharp
Founded in London in 1997 by Suzanne and Christopher Sharp, The Rug Company grew out of the globe-trotting couple’s love of exotic cultures, exquisite hand-craftsmanship and, of course, rugs…
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Eco-Friendly Carpeting
Dear Dwell: I'm not into the hard modernism of concrete floors: I miss the cushy carpet of my youth. Are there eco-friendly options for wall-to-wall? —Craig Dewey, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dwell Collection
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Winter Warmers
Baby, it's cold outside. We recommend slipping into something comfortable and spending time with these accessories designed to keep you cozy.
Events
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Antique and Tribal Carpets
Stop by the Brooklyn Historical Society for an opening reception, followed by an informal lecture on tribal carpets by Susan Gomersall of Kea Carpets and Kilims. A sale on select rugs will continue…
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ABC Carpet & Home: Annual Winter Sale
Do not miss the last 3 days of the annual winter sale at ABC Carpet & Home. Save up to 75% off original prices of select items at all store locations including Deray Beach, Florida and the…
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Tufenkian's Annual Rug Sale
Tufenkian Los Angeles will host their annual sales event, offering samples, recently discontinued rugs and one-of-a-kind pieces at reduced prices for ten days in September. Designer rugs by Barbara…
Products
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Wooden Carpet
Splinter shag or timber berber it ain’t. Far more than mere decoration, the intricate geometric pattern of veneer offcuts gives this wooden textile its surprisingly flexible tactile appeal.
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Furoshiki Rug
Its geometric seams follow the folding patterns of the traditional Japanese furoshiki—a wrapping cloth designed to transport goods—and if we could walk on this 100 percent New Zealand…
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FilzFelt Rugs
Crafted from 100 percent wool imported from Germany, FilzFelt's rugs are handsome coverings for bare floors. The rugs can be customized and are available in 54 different colors—perfect for…
Tips
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Rugs, Naturally Speaking
Look for natural materials, which can be incredibly long lasting as well as earth-friendly. The biggest consideration with rugs is who’s making them; there are organizations that certify…
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Use a Rug to Define Space
A rug can create a smaller room in a larger room, like an island. The rug might collect three or four disparate pieces of furniture and make a smaller, connected space.
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A Rug Should....
...invite you to sit on the floor as if it were another piece of furniture.
Video
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Design Leader: Adam Kalkin
At a time when many architects are content to peddle a pat routine, Adam Kalkin is a truly original thinker. His work is industrial grit mixed with poetic touches and a dash of performance art.
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