Kitchens
Rugs Add Pattern and PersonalityDesigners know that an important element to consider in any decor is pattern. Whether dramatic or subtle, a dose of pattern adds important energy and personality to a room, even without introducing any color.In a transitional- or cottage-inspired home, look to rugs with a geometric pattern in a tone-on-tone palette to add some life while preserving a serene atmosphere.
Photos by Jason Quigley PhotographyKitchen at a GlanceWho lives here: A couple with two small kids, a dog and a cat Location: Portland, Oregon Size: 216 square feet, including dining room (20 square meters)Designers: Husband-wife duo Terah Beth Baltzer Varga (designer) and Justin Varga (builder and contractor) of The Jack + Mare Design & Build
Complex PatternsBesides beautifying your home, bringing some pattern into your rug also helps disguise wear and tear, as well as the occasional small discoloration. This is especially true of rugs with a complex pattern that includes a variety of shapes on a smaller scale, as they can camouflage stains to some degree no matter the color.
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