Rugs that yield to designer chic

A few years ago, the range of rugs on offer in most interiors shops was limited to Chinese, Turkish or Persian designs, ersatz oriental imitations, the occasional sheepskin model and even the odd shag pile. Now, the choice is far more varied, and a new rug is an easy way to add a splash of colour to an otherwise neutral interior.

Textile designer Nani Marquina (www.nanimarquina .com) is one of a growing contingent ...