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appearance that have stood the test of styles. Antique rugs are a great way to add
time. Across the interiors industry, we character to a new build or add warmth to
have seen more wanting to create this otherwise stark architecture.
timeless look in their kitchens by choosing Sisal flooring trends lean towards
large format flagstones. natural, sustainable and textured options,
Chunkier, shaggier and more with a focus on earthy tones, geometric
dimensional rugs are trending, offering patterns and mixed materials to create a
handrafted appeal and adding critical grounded and contemporary feel.
eco-friendly option, and is available in warmth and character to minimalist The trend of bringing the outdoors
a wide range of colours and patterns - spaces. Cosiness and comfort have inside continues to dominate interior
blues have become popular. It has been become a key element of interior design, design. Carpets woven from seagrass, sisal
the choice for kitchens and bathrooms starting with rugs. and jute mirror the textures and colours
for many years thanks to the material’s Persian-style rugs will remain a staple, found in nature, providing a seamless
natural water resistance. with softer, distressed tones and warm transition from the outside world to the
For centuries, estates and country neutrals leading the way. Kilim rugs, indoor sanctuary. These rugs are not just
homes have used flagstone flooring especially classic designs, will continue beautiful, but also woven from renewable
(natural stone slab), thanks to their to dominate, while Moroccan-inspired plant fibres, enchancing a home with
hardwearing characteristic and classic rugs lean into minimalist, flatwoven natural landscapes and natural materials.
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