Child’s play

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When it comes to decorating children’s rooms, there’s no need to forego great design and beautiful craftsmanship. Our selection of rugs and wallhangings for children is sure to see them through childhood and beyond.

Butterfly, Fish, Owl and Snake designed by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby.…

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Pattern in Manhattan

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Fashion designer, Rug Company collaborator and all-round grande dame of glamour, Diane von Furstenberg has thrown open the doors of her Manhattan penthouse.

Inside is a veritable treasure trove of collectibles, colour and an undeniable passion for print.

Diane bought the vintage Salvador Dali sofa at auction, and the sconces are by André Dubreuil.…

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Bohemian rhapsody

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Kelly Wearstler’s new book Rhapsody is a chronicle of the designer’s most jaw-droppingly striking and glamourous projects. For the featured interiors, we worked together with Wearstler to create the perfect rugs for each room, designed to fit with the interior schemes and custom-made to fit wall-to-wall.…

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Toronto: refresh and restart

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Housed within the uber-glamourous design emporium Avenue Road, our Toronto showroom has had a facelift.

Part of the former Consumers Gas Co. building, the showroom is a grand contemporary space with dramatic height and historic features. The striking monochrome interior is the perfect backdrop for the colourful, show-stopping pieces on display.…

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Grand domes – exclusive to Harrods

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These beautiful French Globes de Mariée are now available to buy at The Rug Company Harrods. Also known as Domes du Marriage, these glass jars were traditionally used as to display the wedding souvenirs of recently married couples.

Special keepsakes such as bridal tiaras, floral bouquets and gold-plated cut-outs would be put on display, as well as diamond-shaped mirrors, representing the number of children the couple hoped for. …

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A peek behind the scenes

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Now that the fruits of our latest photo shoot are out for all to see, we thought we’d share some shots from behind the scenes. We photographed the ivory editions of our Alexander McQueen collection in the faded grandeur of an extraordinary house belonging to artist, collector and antiques dealer Peter Hone.…

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Question time: Neisha Crosland

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"Pattern is Neisha Crosland", so said Homes & Gardens recently when awarding her 'Surface Designer of the Year' at their 2013 Designer Awards. We caught up with Neisha to find out more about her inspiration, her design process, and how to use pattern on the floor...

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A palette of pastels

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They may be pale, but pastel shades exude a warm energy which infuses this Spring with fresh optimism. Pastel palettes evoke a calming atmosphere; their hues are sophisticated and their warmth and versatility make them enduring and impactful.

The Gaelic Yellow rug by Alexandra Champalimaud featured in Homes & Gardens Magazine’s pastel trend report.…

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Wonder wool

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As part of the Campaign for Wool, led by HRH The Prince of Wales, Wool House is a celebration of all things woolly. To explore the diverse ways in which wool can inhabit a space, Wool House invites designers, artisans and wool specialists from around the world to contribute to the house.…

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Ivory editions

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Indulge your eyes on our latest photoshoot. Shot in antiquated splendour, Alexander McQueen’s Hummingbird Ivory and Military Brocade Ivory rugs are reseplendent in elegant luxury.

Hummingbird Ivory is an exceptionally fine hand-woven tapestry rug, equally beautiful on the floor or hung on the wall.…

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