Amira Rugs Blog

If you’re creating an outdoor living space to entertain this summer, using an indoor/outdoor rug is a must!  A rug can define a space, add comfort, color and be an extension of your home’s interior style.  The Annabelle rug by Dash & Albert is a charming option… Woven from recycled materials in a clever yet classic diamond pattern, this rug is versatile, durable and surprisingly soft!  Appropriate for indoor or outdoor use, it’s gentle enough for a bedroom, but can be easily cleaned post-BBQ.  This rug is UV protected, mildew resistant and can be cleaned with soap and water.  Annabelle is created in a jacquard weave and available in moss, copper, wheat, juniper, leaf and grey.  No wonder it’s a Bunny Williams pick. 

Summer is coming to a close, and it makes us want to cozy up to the warmth of tradition. Tufenkian's chunky-knotted  Zagros collection feature rugs with arts and crafts motifs against a traditional Persian background. The strong border and complementary field create an inviting and unique combination. These rugs come in a variety of colorways, and they work perfectly with traditional, transitional, and even contemporary styles of decor.

When you picture the Grand Canyon, images of stark beauty and geologic contrast come to mind. The multicolored layers of strata act as inspiration for Tufenkian's collection of rugs by Clodagh. The combination loop and pile construction adds a subtle yet distinct texture which is reminiscent of footprints across ancient sands. We have seen these rugs paired with just about every style of décor, including Western, Persian, Contemporary, and Traditional. Like the Grand Canyon itself, the Strata Collection is a true representation of timeless transition.

Tufenkian's Tibetan rugs speak to us in ways that are purely unique. They tell a story, even though many are not pictorial. Despite their inanimate nature, these rugs have a soul and a sense of being.  We believe the best way to describe their collections is through personification. The Rag Weave Collection is grounded deep in basket-woven roots. At first glance, you think it's straightforward, simple, and safe. Then, you begin to notice the asymmetry of its crisscrossed geometry and playful color variation. Next, you realize how it moves, almost like a gentle breeze blowing through green wheat fields. The pattern is planned yet dynamic and free. As you look closer, each little silk rectangle dances freely and formlessly within the context of the grounded wool foundation. This rug is not perfect. It is not uniform. Yet it is in these imperfections that your spirit is free and at peace.

See the Rag Weave Collection at Amirarugs.com

At Amira Rug Gallery, we consider the tendency towards obsession with color, texture, and quality to be completely natural. For this reason, we are featuring some of our favorite natural fibre rugs from Dash and Albert. The Jute Ticking collection is made with 100% jute fibre. This serves as an organic background against which the subtle stripes have a chance to stand out. The Japanese-inspired Tatami Kraft and Kami Twine are constructed with paper and cotton, adding a slight flair with their blocked and zippered designs. These rugs are treated with stain guard, making them super resistant to spills. It's time to open up your heart and make a dash towards the next era of raw home décor.

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Summer is the season for spending your relaxation time outside. A great way to spruce up your porch, deck or patio is with the addition of Dash and Albert's stylish indoor/outdoor and jute rugs. This collection from designer Bunny Williams uses recycled materials, making these eco-friendly rugs all the more appealing!

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For many of us, summer is the season for relaxation and renewal. Whether you prefer to hike or sit by the lake as a means of rejuvenation, it is important to take a break from the daily routine. We love the idea of stepping out of routine living spaces with the tie-dyed Agua collection from Jaipur. These flat-woven rugs are promised to add a bold yet playful dab of color to any space. It is so easy to play it safe with design, but these truly cheerful rugs act as a unique expression of your free spirit. 

Celebrate our Independence and American Craftsmanship with Capel's Made in the USA flatweave rugs. These rugs are stylish, durable, and can be ordered in custom lengths and widths. They are perfected suited for kitchen, entryways, and as stair and hallway runners. 

We hope you stay safe this weekend, and have a Happy 4th of July!

Today, we're traveling back to ancient Greece, to a place and time of intricate, geometric design from which we still draw inspiration. The Greek Key is a decorative border which is made using a continuous line shaped into a repeated motif. It was commonly featured in architectural carvings, mosaics, and pottery. In Surya's Alameda Collection, we see a Greek Key motif which fills the border and trickles into the field of this flatwoven rug. This collection is a perfect example of simple yet elegant beauty.

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It's time to confess: we are complete softies when it comes to affordable, versatile rugs. We have a big space in our hearts for rugs that bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary. The wool flatweaves we're featuring this week have a casual yet classic feel to them. Bright colors paired with large medallions in an all-over pattern come together in transitional rugs that could be placed in an office, bedroom, entry, or even as a wall-hanging. These rugs allow for the expression of the bold and brilliant side of your creative self.

The summertime calls for us to put the finishing touches on our design projects. We are particularly keen on the Coastal Living Collection from Jaipur for their simple designs and playful colors. The thin, broadly spaced stripes create a fresh and clean cut look that will bring subtle continuity to your casual living space. Handmade in India with 100% wool, the these rugs are durable, beautiful, and fashion-forward. See more from our Coast Living Collection at Amirarugs.com

The timeless saying “if it ain't broke, don't fix it” rings true in regard to most aspects of life. Sometimes, however, you need to tweak just a small part of your life in order avoid stagnation and embrace revitalization. We love the flatweaves from Jaipur's Maroc collection for just this reason; they are fresh, have a retro-contemporary style, and they bring life into the most senescent spaces. The plethora of colors and designs, from pink chevron to a blue ceramic lattice, makes this collection of  wool flat weaves ideal for any space in need of renewal.

See more from our Maroc Collection at amirarugs.com!

Today, we're taking a peek into the origin of the kilim rug.  Kilims are steeped in tribal tradition, and they are thought to have been developed during the Neolithic period (roughly 10,200 BCE). A kilim is a type of flatwoven or pileless rug which requires less material and labor to produce. For this reason, they are often less costly and lighter in weight than their pile counterparts. Kilim weaves are found amongst nomadic populations in North Africa, the Balkans, and the Near East into China. The warp (vertical component) is arranged on the loom, and the weft (the horizontal component) is dyed and woven in sections of color to form a design. Because of its elastic properties, cotton is typically used for the warp, and wool is woven as the weft. The nomadic lifestyle calls for utilitarian materials, and kilims are used as floor coverings, animal traps, bags, and draperies. In the month of June, we're going to look at the development of the kilim rug within the context of contemporary design.

It is part of our nature to use boundaries and definitions to make sense of the world around us. These borders, however, are malleable in nature. We see the  fusion of these lines when looking at ikat and chevron inspired flat-woven rugs. The two-toned Insignia collection has a prominent chevron design with peaking lines that reach towards each other. The horizontally orientated Chekat and Raymond rugs represent a true melding of trending ikat and chevron designs.

Ikat designs are particularly outstanding because of the compilation of traditional motifs with rich coloration. Guild takes ikat inspiration in a new direction with deep, earthen-toned colors and traditional design. Hand-knotted in India with 100% wool, the variety of complementary tones and a collage of pattern make these transitional rugs ideal for both eclectic and uniform styles of decor. Guild's collection sets a precedent for bringing the playful ikat design into the realm of quality and sophistication.

See Our Collection of Ikats from Guild!

The distinction between art and a functional object is one which becomes arbitrary when you enter the world of rugs. This melded boundary is especially obvious when looking at our collection of hand-loomed  ikat rugs. Backed by a sturdy canvas, these rugs are woven with jute and cotton, and the designs are skillfully painted onto the surface. This collection features bold colors and asymmetrical motifs which are contrasted by the natural jute material. They are casual in nature and perfect for traditional, transitional, and contemporary spaces alike. At affordable price points, the ikat collection comes in a 4' x 6', 5' x 8', and 8' x 11'.