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Designed by: Armadillo Why we love it: Certified Fair Trade and handwoven by artisans in India, this rug’s simple geometric design balances detail and simplicity, adding texture and rich elegance to a space. Where you can get it: Selected stockists  | |
Afghan rugs | ||
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Designed by: Afghan weavers Why we love it: The product of centuries of tradition and masterful workmanship, Persian/Afghan rugs embody the sublimely exotic aesthetic of Central Asia. Where you can get it: Cadrys showrooms | |
Groovy | ||
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Designed by: SvenskaKJ Why we love it: Modern and playful, this rug seems to imply that a good time should be had on it. Where you can get it: SvenskaKJ
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Curlicue | ||
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Designed by: Cavalier Bremworth Why we love it: Named for the curly ends of the heavy-weight cut pile wool from which it is made, this rug’s kinky hand-twist structure results in exceptionally thick, round tufts – lusciously tactile. Where you can get it: Selected retailers | |
Visions of Flowers | ||
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Designed by: Desso Why we love it: Combining detailed floral swirls with a selective palette of dark green, turquoise and aquamarine, this carpet creates a soft, subdued mood ideal for private living areas.
Where you can get it: Gibbon Group | |
Stuffed Olive | ||
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Designed by: Julie Patterson Why we love it: Bold, simple and well composed, this rug offers life and colour to it’s environment. Besides, who doesn’t like to be reminded of antipasto (or martinis)? Where you can get it: Designer Rugs | |
Willaura | ||
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Designed by: Velieris Why we love it: A union of 100% natural, chemical free, undyed wool and Alpaca fibres, this carpet revels in the blend’s luxurious softness without compromising durability. Where you can get it: Velieris
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Japanese Bouquet – Volcano | ||
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Designed by: Tsar Carpets Why we love it: The passionate ruby and raspberry hues of this rug couple well with the more reserved nature of it’s oriental-inspired pattern, making it boldly vivid without being garish. Where you can get it: Tsar Carpets | |
Issue 66
Kitchen & Bathroom Issue
Kitchens and bathrooms are, arguably, the most consequential rooms in the home — and almost always the first to be considered. Whether approached through renovation or new build, their design has the power to recalibrate how a home is lived in and experienced. For this issue, our guest editor, Mardi Doherty, principal of Studio Doherty, explores what it truly means to transform these pivotal spaces — and why thoughtful design in kitchens and bathrooms delivers dividends far beyond the purely functional. Her insights both as an architect and as her own client give an open and honest account of the thinking behind creating a home.
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Habitus Loves… Wool rugs
WIth a number of environmental, health and comfort advantages over it’s synthetic competitors, wool remains the superior choice in many applications. It also feels phenomenal under your toes.