“At long last, a book on decorating with handmade rugs that is visually compelling, informative, and practical for both the interior designer and homeowner. From its treasure trove of celebrity designer interiors and invaluable tips to its basic need-to-know facts on rugs, The Decorative Carpet is a must whether you already own rugs, are contemplating a purchase, or simply love looking at them.”
—Lucille J. Laufer, Executive Director, Oriental Rug Importers Association
“At last a long overdue book on decorative carpets has appeared on the scene. By exhibiting the work of some of today’s most prestigious designers, we are able to see in situ the importance of the rug and its prominence in a room’s setting.”
—Doris Leslie Blau
“What an incredible collection of beautiful carpets . . . I highly recommend it.”
—Vicente Wolf
“This book is key inspiration for anyone who needs home decorating inspiration, including the homeowner who wants to learn more about how to dive in to the many carpet and rug options available today, at any price point. Finally, as published by The Monacelli Press, this book is a real beauty.”
—Design2Share
“Training its spotlight on the indispensable but often intimidating world of furnishings underfoot, this volume features rooms imbued with floor flourish by a who’s who of design superstars . . . Carpeting connoisseur Doris Leslie Blau lays the groundwork in a fine foreword.”
—Veranda
7 Foreword Doris Leslie Blau
8 Introduction
10 Thomas C. Achille
18 Charles Allem
24 Penny Drue Baird
32 Bruce Bierman
38 Samuel Botero
46 Leonard Braunschweiger
52 Ronald Bricke
58 Clodagh
64 Carl D’Aquino
72 Jamie Drake
80 Mary Douglas Drysdale
86 David Easton
96 William R. Eubanks
104 Charles Faudree
110 Glenn Gissler
116 Darren Henault
122 Jiun Ho
130 Terry Hunziker
138 Thomas Jayne
146 Robert Ledingham
152 Edward Lobrano
158 Suzanne Lovell
164 Robin McGarry
170 Juan Montoya
176 Matthew Patrick Smyth
182 Stedila Design
188 Stephanie Stokes
194 Suzanne Tucker
202 Irwin Weiner
208 Bunny Williams
216 Paul Vincent Wiseman
224 Vicente Wolf
Appendix
230 Purchasing and Care Essentials
232 Gallery
252 Glossary
253 Further Reading
254 Acknowledgments
255 Photography Credits
256 About the Author