This Image: Sink your feet into Ted Baker’s Plush Sand Rug at Modern Rugs, from £114
Angelina Villa-Clarke talks about the art of cosiness for this month’s series, Keep the Home Fires Burning
Whether you opt for sleek wood or carpet, the flooring you choose is fundamental to bringing an intimate fireside look together. Kersaint Kobb is renowned for its sisal, jute and coir carpets. Its new Caribbean Days’ 100{b486c5a37ab2d325d17e17d701cb2567b1ecd1814e8ceb33effa2a4f1f171d46} wool collection is based on natural, earthy tones and complements neutral palettes.
Wood flooring, such as the new parquet wood collection from Bisazza adds a sophisticated touch. Warm it up with a statement rug, like the new vibrant Ted Baker collection available at Modern Rugs.
Ben Dale, managing director, gives his insight: “When choosing a rug, go for the largest size and the best-quality rug you can afford. Avoid ‘the floating rug’ look in which you have a small rug touching no furniture. As well as adding colour or pattern, a good rug will create an area to bring your furniture together, so it should always reach or go under furniture.”
“Go for the largest and best quality you can afford”
Urbane Living has glamorous pieces, such as its Fading World Blue Night Rug and Vanilla Dream. Managing director Adam Robertson comments: “Think about the choice of material and its suitability for the space. Area rugs are a great way to finish a room as they bring colours and styles together whilst adding comfort and warmth. Consider the impact you want from your rug then choose colours that either blend seamlessly to unify a room or create a statement to define your space. Sumptuous deep piles will add a sense of luxury, too.”
Barker & Barker’s bright graphic patterns and deep pile rugs will give the wow factor to any fireside. Janet Dixon, chief designer, suggests choosing a hand-knotted rug for its longevity and says that planning your room in advance is key. “Think about how you want to use the rug. Is it going to make a statement or does it need to blend into the space?” she says. “Whatever you decide, make sure you love the colour and design. Neutral colours make a space feel relaxed, while vibrant colours create a focal point.”
This Image: You can’t beat soft carpet for a cosy feel, such as Kersaint Cobb’s new Caribbean Days wool collection, from £34.50 per metre
