We 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.
Location Romantic, festive, and trendy, Le Marais seduces with cobbled streets, historical places, and small stores. The concept store Merci is located in central Paris in Le Marais, a village-like district built on former marshes, from which the neighborhood takes its name. Popular with walkers and Parisians, it invites you
The Baroque movement found a new home in the Nice region after leaving Italy at the end of the 16th century. The Niçois region’s architectural, secular, and religious heritage gives evidence to this. The Palais Lascaris or Lascaris Palace is an extraordinary example of Nice’s civic baroque. It is now
when visiting Paris, you definitely have to check out Le Train Bleu. This restaurant was first unveiled in 1901 by French President Emile Loubet and quickly attracted the high society. The restaurant was built by Marius Toudoire, the famous architect who created the Gare de Lyon clocktower and façade. The
Affordable carpet tiles from recycled yarns Reform Shadowplay Carpet Tile Collection The Shadowplay collection is defined by its multi-level loop construction which creates a unique texture evoking the effects of distorted shadows and light. The collection includes two unique patterns, Umbra ad Obscura, which can be used alone or together
CUSTOM COMMERCIAL CARPET New dye-injection technology has made custom commercial carpet more attainable and cost-effective than ever. It’s now easy to quickly create custom designs. So easy that we’re frequently inspired to use ideas from art, culture, and design them into many new ready-made patterns. We know that using a
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 launched Talk Carpet back in 2016. In the beginning, we would put together clothing inspired by each collection. This was a way to show how much of our inspiration for patterns, colors, and textures came from fashion. Today, we have broadened our horizons and draw inspiration from more than
We had the delight of visiting the authentic British small town of Knaresborough. Located in North Yorkshire, this quaint town has breathtaking scenery. Additionally, Knaresborough sits beside the River Nidd and had a defensive site on the top of the river’s rocky gorge. The name comes from “knarred”, which means
With the pandemic, outdoor dining has become more popular. Therefore, bringing interior design ideas outside has also seen an increase in popularity. Not to mention, people working from home have also helped grow this trend. As we are stuck at home more, we tend to crave nature, and our love
Located in the South of France, the pink salt lakes are a dazzling view that will inspire you. This active salt field in the French Camargue area stretches across 20,000 acres and dates back to the Roman Empire. The vast reserve hosts 200 European bird species and is the home
We got to visit the Summer Exhibition 2021 at the Royal Academy London where every year, at the academy, an artist coordinator directs a show. This year was Yinka Shonibare’s turn to meet with the committee and review entries to get the show put together. The 253rd summer exhibition’s theme
During our Scottish exploration, we visited the idyllic village of Braemar. The well-known village hosts the Braemar Gathering Highland games, held annually on the first Saturday in September, and is traditionally attended by the British royal family. Additionally, the village is popular for the Cairngorms National Park, which was established
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.
Located in the South of France, we visit Villa Datris, a small foundation based in Provence. The gallery features pieces made from repurposed old waste materials. One particular artwork in Villa Datris caught our attention with its range of green tones. It is almost resembling moss. This piece is assembled
The Gorgeous George Hotel is a unique place in downtown Cape Town. The hotel is built out of two restored heritage buildings and features beautiful industrial interior design and architecture. Additionally, this Cape Town area is home to the trendy Gigi rooftop, where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful
Bethany Williams recently partnered with Long Magpie Project to create a unique and creative fashion collection. The collection features pieces made from white vintage bedding and regenerated fabrics for mothers and daughters to go out in style. Bethany focuses on vibrant colored patchwork sewn together into sweatshirts and jeans. Overall,
Located in Hormuz, Iran, the Presence in Hormuz 2 is an urban renewal project. This project is uniquely designed to tie island locals and visitors with colorful architecture. ZAV architects were hired to develop a residential neighborhood out of multicolored houses shaped like domes and rounded pyramids. The community homes
Our travels in Armenia exposed us to the beautiful architecture of the country. The unique tuff stone constructions in Yerevan and Gyumri inspired us to create a unique stone carpet recolor. While exploring Armenia, we saw a wide variety of tuff stone colors and unique patterns. Some constructions had such
If you are into rustic farmhouse interior design, Middleton Lodge is a destination that exceeds your expectations. You couldn’t expect anything less from a stunning Georgian Palladian mansion surrounded by dreamy countryside. HISTORY John Carr is the architect responsible for this gorgeous masterpiece outside Middleton Tyas. The manor dates back
Leeds has undergone some major revival in the past ten years and lets you experience art in multiple forms. After visiting the modern art galleries, it is time to explore the uniqueness of Street Art Leeds. The massive murals on some of the historic buildings bring vibrance while conveying a
The Fife Arms is a grand Victorian luxury hotel in the heart of Scottish Highlands’ Cairngorms National Park. Known as one of the best hotels in the world, stepping foot into The Fife Arms is a magical experience. The Fife Arms is an interior design and art gallery experience surrounded
Columbia is well recognizable for its colorful architecture and beautiful artisan crafts. Ranging from native handwoven bags and Wayuu textile weaving patterns in furniture, the country has a long history of passed-down traditions. Among them are these four Columbian design stores that bring Colombian culture into amazing works of art.
Tucked away from the busy tourist streets of Salento, Filandia offers a unique experience for those willing to explore the culture and gastronomy of Colombia. The charming town hidden in the mountains amazed us with the narrow streets, surrounded by vibrant buildings. Every house has a rustic wooden terrace that
The Legoland Hotel in Goshen, NY, is a true spectacle that offers a unique experience for every guest. Before you even enter the building, the lively LEGO block tower wishes you a warm welcome. The green dragon adds a special charm to the entrance, offering you a glimpse of the
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
Join us in visiting a project reference with our personalized carpets from the Easy Recolor program. The Oliver Hotel is a hidden gem in Knoxville, Tennessee, on Market Square. The small boutique hotel is in the heart of downtown Knoxville and is near many bars and shops. Initially built in
We recently had the honor to collaborate with architecture and interior design firm Eastlake Studio. They selected one of our Christian Lacroix carpets for the expansion of design tech company ActiveCampaign’s headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. The office is a showcase of the power of using color, texture, and layout to
Both hotels are located in Downtown Stockholm, at the Brunkebergstorg square. This 1970’s square is marked by its brutalist buildings, subject to a recent revival converting these office buildings into trendy hotels serving as social hubs for the area. Each hotel draws a different type of crowd; you have the
