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Guest Picks: Artistic Rugs
Walls aren't the only place for art display. These eye-catching rugs put inspiring looks right at your feet
A lover of design and travel, I am always on the hunt for beautiful things.
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I love shopping for rugs. I am always on the lookout for beautiful pieces, whether at a furniture store or a flea market. I love the idea of extending art beyond the walls and to the floors, a space that is so often overlooked. Here are a few of my picks from around the web that could make any floor into an art gallery. — Lillian from Unstitched
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This pretty pattern brings a bit of tropical nature into your home with the warm tones, pretty birds and florals. It's a rug that will make any room feel instantly happy.
by Capel Rugs
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Rugs with symmetrical patterns are so flattering against simple furniture. This one reminds me of a kaleidoscope, and it would be beautiful in a hallway.
by Capel Rugs
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I adore this persimmon color; it's unexpected, especially with this traditional-looking pattern. It would be a beautiful spot of color in any room.
by Capel Rugs
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This beautiful pattern looks almost like tilework with the perfect amount of negative space to let the pattern really stand out. This is an elegant piece for any room.
by Capel Rugs
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This rug is by famous interior designer Genevieve Gorder. With a playful pattern that simulates movement, it's certainly a wonderful statement piece.
by Capel Rugs
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Again, that saffron color! I absolutely adore this pattern; it's so simple yet elegant. Seeing it in this beautiful burnt orange color makes it so unique. This rug would be easy to match to existing furniture because its pattern is so simple.
by Anthropologie
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This beautiful rug is inspired by an ancient Moroccan weaving technique. The colors really pop, and this rug certainly harkens to a global look.
by Anthropologie
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I absolutely adore this rug because of its bold blue colors! The ferns and plants make it a soft and beautiful piece, and it would certainly feel so cozy in any room. This is definitely a rug I would love to own in my own home.
by Anthropologie
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With a traditional pattern in soft colors, this rug is such a beautiful piece. It is reminiscent of intricate European building patterns and has a Middle Eastern flair. I love the way the patterns and colors work together to create this stunning piece.
by Anthropologie
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It isn't often that you see round rugs — unless you've been shopping at Anthropologie. They've been coming out with circular rugs every so often, and this piece is a beautiful new one. The colors are so happy, and the concentric circles convey movement. It would definitely be a unique piece to bring home.
by Anthropologie
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Here's a pretty pink for any girly room. The mix of intricate patterns with simple chevron lines make this rug really fun to look at. It's a piece that would be beautiful in an entryway.
by Anthropologie
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This rug is proof that art isn't just reserved for the walls. This rug is like an abstract piece of art. I love rugs like this because they allow the eye to look around the entire room and take in not only the obvious spaces for art, but also the floors! This would be beautiful in a foyer or hallway.
by Anthropologie
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The simple colors and patterns make this rug easily matchable in any room, but I envision it fitting perfectly next to a bed, ready for your feet first thing in the morning.
by Anthropologie
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This rug has so many patterns. It definitely takes a bit of time to take it all in, but that's when you appreciate how the different looks mesh and how, as haphazard as they may appear at first, they all seem to work together.
by Anthropologie
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This rug reminds me of beautiful primitive drawings, where the simplicity speaks just as much as the symbols themselves. It's a piece of art as well as furniture.
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Handcrafted in India, this rug definitely brings a bit of a global feel into a room. The different shades of red and patterns really make it an interesting piece.
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This rug looks so soft and cozy. The color and pattern work to create a really calming place that makes you just want to sit down and have a cup of tea. It's an understated piece that would fit into any room beautifully.
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This is bold and geometric! I love simple pieces like this; they make instant statements. This rug is also reversible (in case of those pesky spills), and it would be a great anchor in any room.
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Jute rugs are fantastic because they're tough and durable; they last a long time. This one is braided from natural fibers and creates this bold diamond shape. Sometimes it's the simplest of shapes that provides the boldest of statements.
by Jonathan Adler
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This rug is another simple pattern that makes a bold statement. I love the affect it creates — lines forming in on themselves like a kaleidoscope. This kilim wool rug is made from New Zealand wool, so it looks great and will feel great under your feet.
by Jonathan Adler
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This piece is so playful and fun! It's such a simple pattern with simple colors, but it all comes together to create a beautiful and fun look.
Next: How to Choose a Rug for Your Dining Room
Next: How to Choose a Rug for Your Dining Room
Comments
Madison Modern Home Yes! Floors are the "5th wall" in a room and the perfect place to inject color, style and energy. A great rug can absolutely make a room. We love how the colors and pattern of this kilim defined a bedroom in this home we designed. 
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