Looks like two narrow rugs would fit nicely. Cut newspapers to the sizes you are considering for a quick test run. Add nonslip pads to each for comfort and to reduce air infiltration.

what? you have a pole post in the middle of your room and you are thinking about rugs? Come on

Get some throw rugs that don't involve the post. Otherwise it's going to look really bad.

If you use rug tiles you can just cut one of the tiles to fit it. Flor is one brand.

HI -- Look at FLOR.com . They are carpet tiles and you can places them around the post and cover as much area as needed . Perfect solution for this room.

There's gotta be a way to eliminate that post cost effectively. More pictures please.

I have this exact same situation in the upstairs bedroom of my small cottage. It is not possible to eliminate this beam as another person has inquired about. Doing so will cause whatever it is holding up to be compromised. Moving forth and realizing this post is quite old, there are rugs that are unique in their shape. If you Google unique rugs you will see there are misshapen rugs that are artistic to the eye but could work around your beam. If not you could use the concept that is similar to a Christmas tree skirt. With a little ingenuity, you might be able to create your own look somehow. I believe you can. Best wishes!