You can use rugs to create variety in a space. When using two rugs in a room, keep in mind that rugs of the same size can visually divide the room in two. Use different sized rugs to create a sense of variety. Kerryn Harper-Cuss, interior editor and brand consultant, has worked for four interior magazines and edited three of them.
The most recent is The English Home, where she was editor-in-chief of the British and American editions for almost 12 years. She currently writes for several prestigious publications, moderates design seminars, and is especially delighted to write articles about world-class interior designers for a regular space on the Homes & Gardens website. The problem with open spaces is that the furniture can seem a little lost, like a ship at sea. Use rugs to reinforce areas within the space with rugs.
They're great for zoning spaces and anchoring your furniture. Oh, and they help absorb sound, which is a necessity in large open spaces.
