From a field of felt flowers to a simulated cross-section of a tree, this curation of innovative modern rugs stretches the imagination beyond its usual boundaries. These designers bring the outdoors in, create optical illusions and commit celebrities to carpet for posterity; their creativity knows no bounds. In materials spanning the continuum from light to luxe, these wool, silk and felt creations evoke a broad spectrum of sensations, but all of them are just a little beyond what’s expected of the everyday floor covering; each one is memorable for its own envelope-pushing boldness and unique visual punch.
Little Field of Flowers Rug by Tord Boontje for Nani Marquina
The Roses Rug by Nani Marquina
Creative Tree Cross-Section Rug from YL Design
Hypnos Pure Wool Rug by Atelier Oï
Night Sky by Deborah Moss
Caleido Contemporary Rug from Gandia Blasco
DIA Rug by Magdaleina Lubinska and Michal Kopaniszyn
Felt Rugs from Michelle Mason
The Missoni Home Fleury Rug
The Manuscrit Modern Rug by Nani Marquina
Black & White Modern Print Rug by Calligaris
Geometrix Rug from Surya
Celebrity-Inspired Modern Rugs UK