The Best Places to Buy Rugs, According to Interior Designers

It can tie a room together and add instant warmth to a white box rental: the right rug will be one of the most durable decorative items you own. But where to find the perfect one? Customized styles can be quite pricey for online retailers, who have a seemingly never-ending catalog of similar (but somehow different!) sisal designs, and shopping for rugs online can be daunting. So we enlisted some professional help and asked interior designers to weigh in on their go-to rug brands.

Some of their tried-and-true locations offer customizable sizes, which is helpful if you’re working with a uniquely shaped room; if you want your decor to be unique, this list contains a great source for vintage items. We also asked them to share their favorite rugs of the moment: from versatile basic rugs in jute and wool to more formal options in soft silks (including a vibrant citron option that maximalists in particular will want to bookmark immediately), you’re sure to find something you love in their selection.

According to interior designers, here’s where to shop for rugs (and a selection of designer-inspired rugs to give your home a new look).

Photography: Rich Stapleton

“Revival is a fantastic resource and very affordable. They have an almost dizzying selection to suit every taste. I especially love their oversized rugs because rugs that are too small in a room are my biggest pet peeve – rugs should take up as much floor space as possible. They make a rug called Hart The rug is a jute plain weave fabric. It comes in a variety of colors and I love how thin it is; I have used them in guest rooms in my own home and they look very expensive and also have the ability to be customized, which is great since standard sizes often don’t fit the room you want.”

“If I’m looking for a catalog-sized rug, Lulu and Georgia is my go-to. I often use their Uma rugs in taupe and natural colors, which are both simple and elevated.”

Two studio photography by Kathleen Fitzgerald

“I love Eny Lee Parker rugs because they add whimsy and interest without taking over the entire room. The patterns and colors have a soft and playful feel and are effortless to use. I used Petal on a project in Brooklyn This rug is a lovely example of how a rug can quietly anchor a space. It’s made from a silk-bamboo blend and has a subtle sheen that adds depth and warmth. The color scheme is so interesting.”

Photography: Charlotte Lee

“I love the versatility of Armadillo and Company because I’ve specified so many of them, many An era of different home styles. The quality is unmatched and the carpets are all natural fibers which I love. My current favorite is the Meadow rug; they have an amazing color palette with so many shades to choose from. Armadillo also comes in customizable size options, making them ideal for awkwardly sized rooms. “

“I love working with Nordic Knots at a more approachable price point. They offer a variety of styles and colors that will fit any space, and their team is very collaborative: they can customize almost anything in their line. I particularly like their Grand collection, which features a very comfortable wool in a deeply saturated hue. It’s durable and has a comfortable pile height, making it a great choice for high-traffic rooms.”

Photography: Suzanne Scott

“We find that vintage is increasingly popular in design these days—in a world of trend cycles, vintage items have the durability to stand the test of time. We like to place them in more intimate spaces, like bedrooms, to add depth, dimension, and color. Chairish is a great resource because you can find many suppliers in one place with a variety of options, styles, and price points. It’s one of our favorite sources for vintage items.”

Photography: Taylor Hall O’Brien

“Mark Krebs offers the most comfortable 100% New Zealand wool rugs at a great price point, with lovely color options and custom sizes. The rugs are all handmade in India. I love the fawn rug, but the rose rug is my absolute favorite!”

Photography by Amy Mazen

“The Rug Company is one of our long-standing go-tos, whether it’s bold patterns or simple solid colors. We’ve been using their Farrow & Ball silk border range in a variety of applications. They’re wool-based so they’re perfect for home use, but silk borders can also add interest to the look.”

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