Jan Winitz concurs that it`s easy to get taken when buying an Oriental rug. This comes from someone who not only collects and appreciates them, but also sells them. Winitz, of Oakland, Cal., has ...

(CNN) — For some, home is where the heart is. In Azerbaijan, however, the saying goes, “xalçam harada, yurdum orada,” meaning “wherever my carpet is, that’s where I live.” Azerbaijan’s love affair ...

Dutch architect Ben van Berkel of UNStudio has designed a range of carpets patterned to mimic the facades of some of his firm's buildings (+ slideshow). Van Berkel's Hem collection for German brand ...

The power of a rug is undeniable. With the ability to transform a room in an instant, it makes sense that they've long been relied on to tie a design together. Although rug trends change every year, ...

It's a bold move to lay a patterned carpet, but if you choose the right one, such as a modern leopard print or a strong geometric, you won't regret it. I used to think that carpet should disappear ...

Surprise element: it is easy to overlook the use of carpets as a way of adding a touch of class and colour to your home Covering furniture that has seen better days with carpet, like the settee, below ...