Introduction
The sheer range of carpet designs, colours and patterns available these days can be overwhelming. From timeless neutrals to bold colours, from natural to pastel colours, and from striped to square patterns – how do you pick the perfect carpet for your home or office space? This guide aims to cover the main carpet trends looking at colour and pattern, so you can pick the perfect carpet for your space.
Timeless Neutrals
Neutral carpets have a timeless quality. By using neutral colours, such as beige, grey and ivory white, these carpets can fit in practically any room and match virtually any décor. Additionally, these colour palettes create a calming, relaxing and welcoming space providing a minimalist and classic feel to your space. Furthermore, if your space is smaller in size, then you will be glad to know that neutral carpets can create a sense of light, airiness and spaciousness helping to make a room feel bigger than it is. So if you are after a timeless carpet to create a classic look which enlarges the feel of your space, then a neutral carpet is the choice for you!
Bold Colours
If you want your floor to make a statement, then do not shy away from bold coloured carpets. In the interior design world, strong colours like sapphire, emerald and amethyst are increasing in popularity. Colours previously considered outside of the box in design terms, such as teal, mustard yellow and even pink are being used by designers to give a room that “wow” factor. Of course, with a bold coloured carpet more consideration is needed when choosing matching furniture and décor, but when done properly you can create an eye-catching room. So if you like to express yourself through strong colours and want a space that makes your guest’s jaw drop then bold coloured carpets are for you!
Natural Colours
Similar to neutral colours, natural colours use the design palette that Mother Nature provides. Earthy tones, such as terracotta, olive green, pale blue and deep browns create a holistic space. Natural carpets pair really well with wooden furniture and décor creating an organic feel that blends the outdoors with the indoors. So if you love oak, mahogany and teak furniture, then natural coloured carpets are the way to go for you!
Pastel Colours
If you take the colour choices of bold carpets and seriously tone down the intensity of the colour then you get pastel-coloured carpets. Baby blues, mint greens, rose pinks and lavender purples are popular pastel colours. With the lack of colour intensity, pastel carpets create a warm, calm and romantic atmosphere in a room. Perfect for bedrooms and living rooms. So if you are an old school romantic who loves calm spaces, then pastel coloured carpets will make your day!
Patterned Carpets
Setting colours aside for a moment, let’s discuss patterns. The above colours (neutral / bold / natural / pastel) tend to come as solid-coloured carpets. However, patterned carpets, such as striped, squared or even geometric patterns are growing in popularity. Let’s take a look at each pattern individually.
• Stripes: From pin-stripes to wide bands, striped carpets come in a range of design choices. You can choose complementary strips or contrasting stripes, depending on the feel you want to create. Remember that horizontal stripes can make a room feel wider, whilst vertical stripes can give the illusion of height in a space.
• Squares: Sometimes referred to as checked or chequered carpets. Again, there are different choices in terms of the thickness of the squares and the colours (complimentary or contrasting). These carpets provide an angular, interesting element within a space.
• Geometric: More modern and fun. Geometric carpets can have hexagonal patterns, herringbone patterns, chevron patterns, the list goes on… These carpets add a modern, stylish vibe to space and definitely becomes the centrepiece of a room and a talking point.
Conclusion
To sum up, when it comes to carpet design there are two main aspects to consider: colour and pattern. If you want to make a statement that expresses your personality, choose bold or pastel colours. However, if you want to create a timeless classic feel in your room, then choose natural or neutral colours. If you want your carpet to be eye-catching and a talking point, consider patterned carpets. You could opt for the tried-and-tested striped or squared patterns. Alternatively, you create a modern aesthetic with a geometric patterned carpet. Whatever design you choose, we hope you enjoy your new carpet for many years to come!
