SOFT FLOORING
For softness and luxury underfoot, nothing compares to carpet. “It brings so much warmth and comfort to a space – particularly important in spots where you want to relax, such as bedrooms and living areas,” says interior designer Jasmine McClelland of Jasmine McClelland Design. “It also adds a layer of soundproofing, which can be useful in multi-storey homes.”
COLOUR, PATTERN & TEXTURE
The latest carpets are designed to be noticed, says interior designer Kate Connors, director at Connors & Co. “Bold plaids, oversized florals and botanicals are all strong this year.” Nicole Canty, product category manager at Choices Flooring, concurs, adding: “Geometrics are another trend to watch.”
Texture is king, says Darren Palmer, style ambassador for Carpet Court. “Shag-pile is enjoying a resurgence as the 1970s fringed look appears in
