Grounded

I love floor covering of all shapes and sizes.  Big, small, round, square, wall-to-wall, you name it.  They really ground a space.  Lately I've been really loving natural plant and grass rugs:  Jute, abaca, sisal, there certainly are a lot to choose from.  (find the difference between them here) You might be surprised how many different environments they look amazing in.  They're not just for beach houses anymore and I'll show you!

One of my favorite designers, Suzanne Kasler uses a sisal rug in this comfy but traditional dining space to freshen it up a bit.

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Here designer Kay Douglass uses an abaca carpet to create a neutral backdrop in this living room that is a mix of modern and rustic.  I'm ready to move right in, aren't you?

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In this California home, designer Stephen Shubel pairs the Natura carpet in Seagrass from Stark with the deep chocolate of the chairs to balance the soft pink walls and bring in an element of masculinity to an otherwise very feminine space.

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If you love the look of natural floor covering, you're in luck.  You can find it almost anywhere now.  My favorite place to learn about the different options and what makes them sustainable is http://www.meridameridian.com/ They have so much information and a great blog too!

besos!

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