Styling your home with Large Rugs - Maximalism is HERE!
Have you heard of the phrase “go big or go home”. Well, what if we tell you that you could do both by following the maximalist trend? Just forget about the idea that less is more and embrace a vibrant large rug.
What is maximalism?
If you’ve heard of minimalism, maximalism is quite simply the opposite. This busy design choice is all about mix-matching textures, bold colours and patterns. It’s known as an “aesthetic of excess” and is all about showing off your own individuality.
What kind of rug will suit a maximalist home?
While some people believe that maximalism is throwing all your décor together and hoping for the best, there is quite a bit more to it. As a large rug is an ultimate foundation within a room, you want to be careful when choosing one as it doesn’t want to be completely different.
Prints, prints, prints
What’s bolder than an eye-catching patterned rug?
By bringing in intricate patterns you will immediately be adding depth and interest to a room. Go for coordinating colours so there is a touch of cohesion and it doesn’t look completely random.
Colour is key
Indulge in a liberal colour palette when it comes to styling your rug. For a contrasting office bring a large pink rug into the centre with a traditional wooden desk and animal print chair.
Perfectly traditional
Taking inspiration from Manhattan trends, these vintage rugs are full of art-like style. Often designed with medallions at the centre and intricate floral borders, these large living room rugs ooze traditional styling and are great paired with an industrial or modern décor.
Layer up
Be brave and experiment with layering. Don’t shy away from adding a high-pile large cream rug to your already carpeted bedroom, or a large shaggy rug in your living room. The subtle mix of textures creates a unique blend that can please all of your senses!
Dos and don’ts of styling a large rug
Do consider location. Your rug may be the perfect style but think about whether it’s suitable. Will a large cream rug work in a high-traffic hallway? Look at the durability and pile height of the piece and decide if it will work for your space.
Do place large floor rugs under staple pieces of furniture. Rugs of such a large size are perfect for framing so use this to your advantage and frame your dining table or modular sofa. If that’s not possible, just make sure it’s at the centre of your décor.
Don’t forget about your exterior. Even though it’s not in the house, large outdoor rugs are a surefire way to bring max style to your garden. Whether you’re after a large jute rug that’s waterproof or a bright outdoor patio mat, just make sure you keep outside looking as good as in.
Don’t be afraid of injecting colour into your home. Sometimes all a room needs is a pink large rug. If you’re not sure there are plenty of cheap large rugs in colourful colourways that you can experiment with.