Best geometric rugs
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Choosing the perfect rug is an aesthetic investment that requires practical inspection. A final touch for completing a room, in the rug-buying market there are various things to consider where textures, colours and shapes are as desirably diverse as they can be drab.
The right rug can be the ideal accessory to harmonise a space or serve as a major design feature for turning heads. In tune with the minimalism aesthetic still dominating our wardrobes and home accessories, a geometric pattern is a relatively timeless choice with enough versatility to transfer between room themes.
For flawless floors, look to these handy hints when rug-browsing.
1. Shop with the intention of filling the space. To avoid the awkward ‘floating carpet’ look, your rug should be touching the furniture surrounding it. It helps having measurements of the area where the rug will sit for reference.
2. Base the colour and fabrication of your rug on the room that it’s decorating. For areas with more foot-traffic like hallways, opt for sturdier fabrics in darker colours – a no-brainer that’s less prone to showing stains.
3. Contrast the floor in colour and texture. This really goes without saying - lighter rugs are visually stronger on darker floors and vice versa. The same rule applies for texture. For example, if you’re decorating a carpet floor, consider a shag-pile rug to create a stronger fabric contrast.
Whatever your dream rug may be, we’ve compiled a list of stunning colours and geo prints for your perusal.
HOVSLUND Rug, low pile
If a bargain is what you're looking for, this design comes at a small price in a classic geo pattern that will compliment most spaces. Made of synthetic fibres, it means the rug is fairly durable and stain resistant, not to mention the darker colour is a saviour for hiding dirt marks. With a measurement of 3.68 m², its convenient size fits perfectly under a dining or coffee table.
£59 | Ikea | Buy it now
The Rug Company Fold
For the best rugs in the business, The Rug Company specialise in bringing custom works of art to your floors. Needless to say, their luxury rugs have a hefty price tag to match, but remain items to cherish and invest in, depending on what you're looking for. This design features a calming palette of green and pink tones handcrafted in Tibetan wool. Available in a variety of sizes, it will fit any space you desire.
From £1674 | The Rug Company | Buy it now
Troika Large Cowhide Rug
For those afraid of colour, a neutral palette in a wild pattern can be an ultra-chic alternative to lifting a room. This tonal rug from Made is no exception.
Constructed from cowhide that has been expertly stitched together, for a luxury rug it comes at a reasonable price. This is definitely one you'll want to enjoy barefoot.
£399 | Made | Buy it now
John Lewis & Partners Copenhagen Rug
In a vibrant nod to Scandi-cool minimalism, Copenhagen is a fitting name for this rug. A well-considered composition of colour with intersecting lines and shapes makes for a stunning feature against a neutral backdrop. Made from 100 per cent wool, it champions quality and comfort at an accessible price.
£250 | John Lewis | Buy it now
Jacquard-weave cotton rug
Another bargain for those on a budget, this jacquard-weave rug from H&M in an ultra-sophisticated monochrome geo is reminiscent of Art Deco styles. Being 100 per cent cotton, a super handy aspect of this rug is it's machine washable, so the white backdrop needn't deter you.
£79.99 | H&M | Buy it now
Sundance Woven Wool 3x5 Rug
This rug has a more boho feel, with warm tones that would make any bedroom feel cosy. Featuring a fringed trim and Sundance print, it looks particularly striking on floorboards as pictured here for a more rustic feel. Measuring at 91.4cm/3ft x 152.4cm/5ft, it's not as generous in size as the other rugs, so works best featured in smaller rooms or hallways.
£110 | Urban Outfitters | Buy it now
Meara Viscose Rug
Exclusive to Anthropologie, this calming pastel print offers an organic take on the traditional geo with curvacious lines inviting to the eye. The medium pile offers a subtle texture that allows the print to speak for itself. At 5ft x 8ft, it's accommodating size works well in living rooms of similar pastel tones.
£698 | Anthropologie | Buy it now
John Lewis & Partners Verona Rug
We love the chaotic nature of this print, with nods to the Cubist movement reminiscent in the style of a Georges Braque painting. The soft wool-blend composition is made and hand-tufted in India, celebrated for craft and expertise in textiles. Though it's size would adapt well to dining room settings, this print demands attention, best accentuated in a living room space with dark floors.
£525 | John Lewis | Buy it now
GRIDMedium Taupe And Orange Rug
If you want to inject a little colour into your room without going too over the top, this pop of orange is a stunning feature to any floorspace. With a bold grey border, the combination with the taupe and orange complements darker greys and navy interiors beautifully. Reasonable in size at 140 X 200cm, it is fairly adaptable to any space. Made from 100 per cent wool, it comes at a very reasonable price exclusive to Habitat.
£250 | Habitat | Buy it now