Though this room is one coordinated whole, the placement of patterns and detail give off a spontaneous and lighthearted feel--sometimes hard to do with black.
This aesthetic in this family room is preppy, but it is not too straight-laced to have a little fun. The chain-link rug mirrors colors from the wall and window treatment, but adds graphic punch to the smart mix with its interlocking patterns.
Balance a light floor with a deep blue wall color and patterned rug like this white and navy blue chain-link design. Again, a navy blue rug grounds light spaces very well.