How to live with a rug
A few simple rules for choosing the right size and letting a handmade rug do its quiet work in a room.
People often ask us how to "decorate" with a Moroccan rug. Our honest answer: don't overthink it. A good rug isn't an accessory you arrange around — it's the thing the room settles onto.
On size, bigger almost always wins. In a living room, aim for all the front legs of your sofa and chairs to sit on the rug; it pulls the furniture into one group and makes the whole space feel larger, not smaller. A rug that floats in the middle, too small, is the most common mistake.
On pairing, a handwoven rug with strong character likes calm company. Let it be the pattern in the room and keep the upholstery quiet, and the two will flatter each other.
On placement, these rugs are made to be used. Wool is naturally resilient and forgiving. Put it where life happens — under bare feet, beside the bed, in the path of the morning sun.