Some rugs settle quietly into a room. Others set the whole mood. Katherine Carnaby has a way of doing both.
A soft sheen, a beautiful weave, a line of pattern in just the right place: these are the details that give the collection its character. Whether you prefer a calm neutral scheme or a room with a little more drama, there is plenty to discover.
Launched by Asiatic in 2015, Katherine Carnaby brings together contemporary design, expressive surfaces and a feeling of comfort underfoot. The rugs are designed to add depth and comfort without overwhelming the room.
Here is a closer look at the ideas, materials and designs behind Katherine Carnaby rugs and how to find a style that feels at home in your space.
A London point of view
Think of a London interior and you might picture a light-filled apartment or a period room with high ceilings and dark timber. Katherine Carnaby’s designs sit comfortably in both, pairing contemporary shapes with inviting textures and rich, layered colour.
Asiatic’s early catalogue described the collection in terms of London style, lustre, texture and tone. You can see those ideas across the rugs: a subtle shift in colour as the pile catches the light, a woven surface that invites a closer look, or a graphic border that gives a room definition.
The range moves from quiet, textured neutrals to bold geometric and decorative designs. Each brings a different balance of colour, pattern and texture to the floor.
Coast: relaxed texture
If you like your interiors calm and inviting, start with Katherine Carnaby Coast rugs. Inspired by nature, the collection has a relaxed, textured appearance that feels right at home with linen, timber and soft upholstery.
Coast includes understated tonal designs as well as stripes and diamonds. The Oyster colourway is a lovely example of how a neutral rug can bring depth to a room without relying on a bold pattern.
Try it beneath a generous sofa, alongside pale wood and a mix of cushions in oatmeal, stone and warmer earthy shades. The weave does much of the decorative work for you.
Chrome: a soft sheen
Where Coast brings texture to the fore, Katherine Carnaby Chrome rugs bring a more polished feel. Their soft viscose pile has a gentle lustre that shifts with the light and the direction of the pile.
A pale shade can lift a bedroom or soften a contemporary living room. A deeper colour can add richness to a more intimate space. The palette changes over time, but that quiet, light-catching quality remains central to Chrome’s appeal.
Consider how the room is used, too. Viscose needs gentle care, so a quieter space where spills are less likely can be a good choice. Always follow the care guidance for your chosen rug.
Pattern with personality
There is a more expressive side to Katherine Carnaby, too. Some designs take their cue from the natural world; others use pattern to give a room shape and rhythm.
The Coral collection introduces an intricate coral-inspired motif with a tactile, carved effect. It is a way to bring pattern into a room while keeping the overall palette composed.
For a different kind of movement, Tuscany rugs use flowing, marble-like pattern. They work beautifully as a starting point for a room: pick one colour from the rug and echo it in a cushion, artwork or throw.
Historia takes a more colourful route. Asiatic describes its design as inspired by thangka paintings, with a vibrant floral scene that invites you to look a little closer. It makes a rug feel like artwork for the floor.
More designs to discover
Other designs explore texture in different ways. Londoner and Berkeley put the focus on natural-looking texture. Both are hand-knotted; Londoner combines New Zealand wool and cotton, while Berkeley brings wool, jute and cotton together.
Londoner’s Framework design adds a gentle grid to a room without overpowering it. Pair its soft surface with a low timber coffee table and deeper upholstery for contrast.
For a bolder room, Delano uses strong geometric lines to create a focal point. Let the pattern stand out against simple upholstery, or pick up its deeper colours in cushions and artwork.
Serpentine takes a more decorative approach. Its flowing border frames the room, while rich colour lends itself to velvet upholstery, dark wood and warm lighting.
Choosing your rug
Begin with the feeling you want the room to have. Coast’s visible weave adds texture to a relaxed, natural scheme. Chrome offers a smoother, light-catching finish for a more polished look. If the room needs a focal point, let a patterned design lead the scheme.
Then think about scale. In a living room, a rug large enough to sit beneath at least the front legs of the sofa and chairs can help bring the seating together. In a bedroom, allow enough rug to show at the sides of the bed so it feels generous underfoot.
Finally, check the materials and care guidance for the individual design. Hand-knotted, hand-woven and hand-tufted rugs have different surfaces, and the right choice depends on where and how you live with it.
From quietly textured weaves to designs that make an entrance, there is a Katherine Carnaby rug for many different rooms and moods. Explore the Katherine Carnaby collection and find the one that feels right for yours.
