Talk CarpetWe travel the world for you and bring you stories on all things pretty in interiors, art, and architecture. Each month Christophe, our creative director, takes you on a trip exploring design and creativity in a different country.
We immerse ourselves in the local design community and provide in-depth reviews of designers, projects, local makers, and visual inspiration from around the globe. These stories are complemented with interior design mood board ideas and unique custom carpet patterns, all drawn from inspiration discovered during our exploration trips. A truly unique perspective, allowing you to discover a region in detail and from a designer’s perspective.
Among the lush rainforests in Southern Peru, we experienced a fantastic mix of hospitality and a natural feel. Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is a rainforest resort offering a unique travel experience. It is no wonder it got its place among the 25 best eco-lodges rated by National Geographic Traveler magazine, as
Ombre Carpet is a Hot Trend & EGE’s New Collection is Just Right! Ombre – a derivative from the French word “ombrer,” meaning “to shade” – is no new idea in fashion and design. However, in recent years it has become extremely popular, especially within the beauty industry. The gentle
Located in the heart of the historic Barranco district, Hotel B is Lima’s top art boutique hotel. Filled with creativity, the hotel draws its inspiration from the Bohemian atmosphere of the surrounding neighborhood. The hotel also showcases works by contemporary Peruvian artists. The hotel is full of artworks that anyone
Each week we bring you two new material palettes, inspired by our travels and full of material inspiration. A uniquely textured wall, a historic artifact, a jaw-dropping scenery, from big to small, we find our inspiration where the roads take us. Each mood board is assembled with contract-grade materials that can be sourced through Material Bank. For each interiors palette, you can read about the inspiring story and access the list of all materials, including click-through links to Material Bank for sample order.
We are so captivated by the Belmond Hotel because of the breathtaking scenic views and the peaceful free-roaming llamas. Local wool art at the hotel is the inspiration for this interior material palette. The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is paradise on earth, as it is located right next to the mountain
Visiting Huanchaco, Peru, we find the Seaside City interesting, especially its unique reed boats. Reed boats are iconic of Huanchaco and have been spotted on the shorelines for more than 3,000 years. Fishermen ride out the reed boats to sea and catch fish all day long. Also called caballitos de
Our recent trip to Machu Picchu provided us with unlimited inspiration. The Inca citadel emphasizes an abundance of greenery, textured stone walls, and intriguing city gridwork. Therefore, we translated these elements into a stunning mood board. Machu Picchu was believed to be a secluded royal retreat, and the exact use
Just outside of Trujillo, Peru, we visited the breathtakingly historical site of Chan Chan. The historic town located in the northwest region of the country was home to the Chimú Empire. The Chimú lived in a desert area of Peru, and their primary source of nutrition was the sea life.
The Peruvian rainforest is located near the western Andes. With over 50 rivers, the rainforest has very fertile and rich soil. Additionally, the Amazon rainforest has a wide variety of insects, animals, and plants that live in humid and hot areas. One of the most common insects is leaf cutter
When craving inspiration for designing a multi-colored carpet, we knew where to look for it. Our recent visit to Peru was enough to get our concept drawn out instantly. Accordingly, we created a complimentary mood board that will enchant you with the colors. The indigenous women in the Andes wear
If you’re looking for the coolest carpet idea or the most trendy carpet around, then this is your spot. Fueled by creativity and inspired by our travels, we create two new custom carpet concepts each week. Hospitality carpet or workplace carpet that will truly set apart your project and inspire new trends.
The Amazonian rainforest is famous for its abundance of flora and fauna. With nearly a third of the world’s rainforest concentrated here, there is plenty to explore. The fantastic flora spotted through the Amazonian rainforest gave us enough inspiration to craft a carpet of leaves. This fresh design will turn
Our recent journey to Museo Larco, Lima, revealed a lot about the ancient Moche culture. We learned that the Moche were huge art lovers with impressive artisan techniques and elite craftsmanship. The tremendous pottery collection features intriguing details and distinctive shapes. Therefore, we seized some inspiration to design an artisan
We are mesmerized by Chan Chan’s adobe brick architecture and use it as inspiration for our honeycomb carpet. Chan Chan was the largest city in South America in its pre-Columbian times and was home to the Chimu from 900 to 1470. Now, it is an archaeological site in western Trujillo,
When visiting Peru, we were in love with the colorful tapestry that featured intricate designs. This craft dates to 8000 BC, in which ancient peoples weaved vegetable fibers into baskets and other containers. Since ancient times, Peruvian textile was the primary way of people expressing their aesthetics and communicating. Ancient
During our stay in Lima, we got to visit the breathtaking Larco Museum. Established in 1926 by Rafael Larco Hoyle, the museum has a collection of around 45,000 pre-Columbian art objects. When walking towards the beautiful 18th-century viceroyalty, you are taken aback by the foliage and the bright flowers surrounding
Machu Picchu is a must-see for anyone stepping foot in Peru. Located on a mountain ridge 7,970 feet above sea level, the wonderfully preserved “Lost City” is a world-renowned archaeological site. It’s a story of a long-kept secret and lost Inca civilization in the Andes. The site showcases impressive architecture
The ceramic patterns spotted at the Museo Larco reveal a lot about the ancient Andean civilizations. The abundance of shapes, colors, and fine details showcase religious motifs while demonstrating impressive craftsmanship techniques. Museo Larco in Lima hosts an enormous ancient pottery collection, offering history insights and significant art inspiration. In
Tiny Hotels With Luxurious And Cozy Vibes Tiny homes are a huge trend because they are a low-impact and budget-friendly option. Consequently, minimalist living inspires the hospitality sector due to the many advantages. A tiny hotel is ideal for savvy travelers that crave the home feeling while satisfying their wanderlust.
A Look into Peruvian Colonial Architecture What colosseums are to Rome, balconies are to Lima. The Spanish colonized Peru in 1572, and the balconies of Lima hold distinct Spanish influence. More than 1,600 balconies were built during the Spanish reign and make the center of Lima so distinctive. Each an
Ancient Peru was a home for many civilizations, which left their marks. Wandering away from Trujillo, we came across phenomenal architecture that reveals stories about ancient cultures. We came across two different temples dedicated to the sun and moon, respectively. Temple of the Moon Peru reveals how advanced the Moche
Our Easy Recolor Carpets Add a Unique Touch to This Apple Store Within an abandoned 1920s movie theatre in Downtown Los Angeles lies a brand new Apple Store: Apple Tower Theatre. Now open to the public, the store is part of the city’s urban regeneration to make it a vibrant
As August is our recap month, we’ve decided to revisit some of our favorite carpet projects from the past year. Each of these carpet install projects is in the USA, from luxury hotels in Colorado to offices in Illinois. Our team listened to the briefing for each client to create
For one of our most recent projects, we were given the opportunity to design a custom hospitality carpet for W Scottsdale in Arizona. This is a high-end hotel offering chic getaways reflected in their stylish and bright interiors. They are also known for their infamous weekend poolside parties under the
We worked with interior design firm nemaworkshop and the W Brand’s award-winning design team to create custom hospitality carpet for W Aspen & The Sky Residences – the hottest new hotel and guest residences in Aspen, Colorado. Located at the bottom of the eponymous mountain, W Aspen sits alongside some
We were thrilled to be selected by Graham Baba Architects to bring their concept to life and provide a unique flat weave carpet for the newly completed Alaska Airlines Flagship Lounge at the SeaTac International Airport in Seattle, Washington. Now, travelers have four distinct zones to delight in as they
