1. MAKING A MODERN STATEMENT

Bold, geometric patterns in vibrant colours pack a mean punch. The white of this modern living room rug is drawn up in the neutral tones of the walls and couch, while the saturated red tone stands alone, drawing the eye to the floor and really making a statement. The use of golden tones and dark blue in the soft furnishing complement the red without overpowering it.

2. CREATE AN ENCLOSED SPACE

If committing to wall-to-wall carpet isn’t an option, extra large rugs can entirely enclose a seating area, making an open room feel intimate. This enormous grey shag rug creates a defined space and suitable backdrop for the furnishings’ mid-century modern styling.

3. DEVELOP A COHESIVE COLOUR PALETTE

This is a fantastic example of how a rug can shape whole room’s design. This traditional-style living room rug features a slightly distressed blue and gold palette, which has been incorporated into the room’s furnishings with light wood and rich blues. The use of jewel-toned blues reflects the luxe vibe of a Persian rug, with a modern twist.

4. FEATURE NATURAL FIBRE RUGS

The use of natural-look rugs is great for bringing the outdoors in. Placed near large windows, this rug enhances the outdoor-indoor flow of the room. As a complementary colour to the blue and grey hues of the furniture, and with the front feet of each seat skirting the edges, this living room rug also grounds the space nicely.

5. LAYER UP FOR A BOHEMIAN-CHIC VIBE

Layering rugs is a fantastic way to decorate on a budget – often done by featuring a small statement rug on a larger natural-fibre one. In this photo, we see a considered use of layering, where rugs are scattered carefully to display a sort of nonchalance in line with the bohemian style of the leather couch and animalskin throw. This sort of layering could risk over-complicating the design, but the clean, cool-toned cabinetry in the background contrasts and balances the space nicely.

Looking for your dream rug? Learn more about defining the best living room rug for your space with our comprehensive buying guide, or pop in to your nearest Carpet Call to speak to an expert.