Luxury rugs are fixtures in homes with high-end luxury interiors; however, there’s more to it than meets the eye. The colour of your rug is a key determinant in setting the overall mood of your living space, and over the years a surprisingly neutral colour has taken a place of prestige: brown.
The different shades of brown are reminiscent of nature, tranquility and comfort, all aspects that form key elements in luxury interiors. In a minimalist or classically designed space, a brown rug can add a level of grounded sophistication and earthiness without commanding too much attention.
Brown is a highly versatile colour which complements interiors of all styles and colour schemes. To get the most out of your brown rugs in the stylistic, aesthetic and functional sense, they need to be paired with the right colours and placed with care. In this feature, we will look into some of the most effective placement and colour-pairing tips from our interior designers.
While we agree that luxury brown rugs will uplift the appearance of all interior styles, there are certain cases in which they are more suitable than many other colours.
Brown is a neutral colour and fits most colour schemes; however, it is also known for its warmer undertones. This second attribute makes it suitable to make large spaces in luxury homes like the living room or open-plan interiors warmer, and more inviting.
On the other hand, luxury minimalist interiors also need texture and depth to add character and charm.
Naturally, using solid colours and defined edges will suit a minimalist style, but a plush or shaggy rug might serve as a contrast that highlights, and thus emphasises, the cleaner and more distinct lines of other elements in the space. A solid brown rug in a minimalist interior can add a distinctively high-end look.
Interior designers state that brown is one of the best colours for balancing the different colours in the room, especially the darker and lighter elements. Consider a living room with black leather sofas and white walls. The contrast may sometimes appear too striking but you can balance those elements by placing a brown rug and tie in the contrasting elements with great effectiveness.
We spoke to our interior designers about the best types of brown rugs for luxury interiors and they shared some of their favourite placements and undertones for different settings. Here are some ideas and tips on where and how to style a brown rug.
Whether it is the living room, the bedroom or any other space in the house, a cosy, comfortable and classically inviting space is to everyone’s liking. The natural tone of brown carpet rugs exudes warmth and earthiness, both of which contribute to the creation of a comfortable ambience. We offer brown carpet rugs manufactured by some of the world’s biggest brands.
One of the key interior design functions of rugs is space definition and especially important in the living room. Place a large beige brown rug in your living room and anchor your seating furniture to the rug to create a well-defined space.
The point at which the rug ends would be the point at which another area of the living room begins. In an open-plan living room, it will indicate the point at which the living room ends and the dining space begins.
Creating a cosy, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing ambience in your luxury lounge is essential. Consequently, we recommend placing a brown lounge rug and making a statement of style, comfort and luxury aesthetics. You can also make the rug the focal point of your lounge and decorate the rest of the space around it.
The neutrality of brown makes brown rugs a good match for almost all other colours. However, some pairings are particularly easy on the eyes.
Cream brown rugs combine the warm elements of brown with the softer energy of cream and present a timeless aesthetic that reflects understated class and subtlety.
The singular combination of elegance and softness creates a cosy ambience in winter and in the summer months, it offers a light palette. Place a small cream-brown rug by the window-side reading nook in your reading room to create a tasteful and cosy corner.
Our designers recommend opting for beige brown rugs since the colour combines two neutral colours. Consequently, the rugs will also be highly versatile and suitable for a range of interior styles.
For instance, if you decide to switch from a classical interior to a Scandinavian minimalist one, the rug will continue to be complementary to the new style. The rugs will also help create a lighter and more airy ambience in your living space.
Luxury is not supposed to be on the nose. Elegance and subtlety are important calling cards of high-end luxury. Consequently, we recommend grey-brown rugs to add a contemporary look to your living space thanks to their distinctive subtle contrast.
Taupe, a combination of a darker shade of grey and brown, is another option for you. A taupe rug will add calmness, tranquillity and a sense of spaciousness to your living space. Consider placing grey-brown rugs in your living room and entryways and present a vibrant and light aesthetic.
While brown rugs make a style statement on their own, we recommend opting for some simple but effective creative hacks that will elevate the luxury quotient of your interiors significantly.
It is a simple and effective technique that adds texture and interest to your living space. Place a base rug, which can be of any other shade of brown or other neutral colours and then place your rug on top of it. Consider placing a smaller rug of a different shade of brown on top to complete the look.
Brown rugs create a luxurious aesthetic best highlighted with a range of other materials and textures to create contrast. For instance, if you have leather or velvet sofas in your living room, the rug will help tie up the space and present a unified and eye-catching aesthetic. Metallic accents of brass and gold combine well with the warmth of brown. Add metal accessories to the space or a small coffee table with metallic legs to add the brass or gold metallic elements.
Patterned rugs add visual interest to your living space and make it easier for you to turn the rug into a focal point. The patterns also lend the room depth and character. In a luxury space, the choice of the pattern is important and we recommend opting for the geometric patterns. In a minimalistic space, you could consider striped pattern rugs.
Living Room: A rich brown rug should be placed in your living room to make it appear more grounded, luxurious and sophisticated. Anchor your living room furniture to the rug to create a cohesive look.
Bedroom: The master bedroom is an excellent spot for a high-pile brown rug since the colour will create a warm and tranquil sanctuary for your relaxation. Place it on the side of your bed so that your feet land on the plush rug instead of the cold floor.
Dining Area: An interestingly patterned rug in shades of warm brown will elevate the aesthetics of your dining room manifold and create an inviting space. Consider placing wooden chairs in yellow or grey seats to create a pleasing colour combination.
Hallways and Entryways: Make a grand first impression on your visitor by placing a plush brown rug on your entryway. The colour also ensures that any dirt and debris aren’t immediately visible.
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