Flooring

Staff -- Interior Design, 10/31/2006 12:00:00 AM

 

Beauvais Carpets

The Shag rug has come a long way since moustaches, visible chest hair, and mood rings were in vogue. This one-inch long haired wool rug, from the Contemporary Hand Knotted collection, combines today's earth toned neutrals and mineral hues. Available in beige, Morrocan blue, bottle green, grey, and ivory. You'll have to provide your own leisure suit. 595 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 212-688-2265; beauvaiscarpets.com. circle 590

Chilewich

Don't let the name fool you: Small Stripes is a big innovation in flooring. It has a woven vinyl face, atop two layers of vinyl cushion backing that keep the edges crisp. The pattern is 15 percent post-industrial content, and is offered in 18 by 18 inch tiles in shale, tobacco, and linen. Two other patterns are also available: Basketweave and Big Stripes. 44 East 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016; 212-679-9204; chilewich.com. circle 591

Nazmiyal

While Deco is a contemporary carpet with echoes of 1920's Europe, its constructivist lines and art deco curves will always be avant-garde. This hand-knotted Egyptian carpet can be crafted in any color and size. 176 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016; 212-545-8029; nazmiyalantiquerugs.com. circle 595

F. Schumacher

With her namesake rug collection, Kelly Wearstler's Hollywood glam is now available wherever you house your casting couch. The 40 designs include Tangiers Tile in steel blue, Octavia Major in coffee, Pierced Lattice in chocolate and light sea, Grand Ziggurat in light green, Imperial Trellis in olive, and Emerald Cut in aquamarine. They are hand-knotted in wool and hand-sheared to a rich velvety low pile for a sumptuous texture. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 800-833-0667; fschumacher.com. circle 592

Tai Ping

Yasmina Kossmann's Nomad series is hand-tufted in semi-worsted wool, flax, and dull silk. The 28 distinctive designs, such as Gong II, Ideagram II, and Transe, are inspired by exotic decorative traditions ranging from tile to textile and tattoo to henna. The result is an eclectic mix of ethnic geometries and flora. 860 Broadway, New York, NY 10003; 212-979-2233; taipingcarpets.com. circle 593

J.D. Staron

With its cool palette and relaxed casual looks, the Moroccan collection re-invents the textiles of the High Atlas Mountains. Using the colors of natural wool, in both piled and flat-woven areas, and strong geometric patterns, these rugs bring easy exotic luxury to any contemporary interior. 330 Fairfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902; 203-966-0567; jdstaron.com. circle 594

Classic Rug Collection

The New Naturals flatwoven rugs are made by Lakiya, an Israeli-Bedouin collective of women from a Palestinian nomadic tribe that has lived in the Negev Desert for thousands of years. There are 10 native patterns available in 20 colors. 235 East 60th Street, Suite 1, New York, NY 10022; 888-334-0063; classicrug.com. circle 596

Renovatio

Mother-of-pearl Oceanine mosaic tiles blend iridescent hues to suggest cristalline remote oceans. It makes a spash on swimming pool floors and as architectural accent alike. Handmade in Italy, these tiles are sold netted on 12 inch square sheets in 16 colorways, including Fenditerra, Balsamo, and Canyon. 1100 Madison Avenue, Suite 7G, New York, NY 10028; 646-427-5454; renovaint.com. circle 601

T. Morton

Dreamy one of a kind floors in Bleached Walnut Herringbone can be produced to customer specifications in three to five weeks. Bleaching gives each 2 by 15 inch pillow-edged walnut board a unique color and grain, like sun lightened driftwood. P.O. Box 6456, Lancaster, PA 17607; 717-209-8000; tmorton.com. circle 600

Odegard

The Kerala collection was conceived during the monsoon season in southern India. With Kairali, the interplay of ton-sur-ton silk and wool brings to mind tropical rain falling through the trees. Delicious in Spicy Cumin, it is also available in Cacao, Stone Grey, pumpkin, and celadon, and is in standard and custom sizes. 200 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10016; 800-670-8836; odegardinc.com. circle 597

Lees Carpets

Turning up the level of elegance for the healthcare market, the Kensington collection offers broadlooms in three standard patterns and 11 custom offerings for 100 yard minimums. The 12 colorways include Gold Dust, vine green, and terracotta. Pimlico, Chelsea, and Hyde Park are available, and bring a cozy aesthetic into high traffic medical environments. 500 Town Park Lane, Kennesaw, GA 30144; 800-545-9765; leescarpets.com. circle 599

Mirage

Motivated by customer demand for darker, richer, wider-planked flooring, the Sweet Memories series introduces three delicious new stains: Toffee, Truffle, and Crème Brûlée. They are available on maple in 5-inch-wide planks sealed with their durable Nanolinx finish. 1255 98th Street, Saint-Georges, Quebec, Canada G5Y 8J5; 800-463-1303; miragefloors.com. circle 598

Angela Adams

Intricate feather markings of doves, wild turkeys, peacocks, and parakeets are abstracted to pure color and pattern in Night Wings. Measuring 7 by 7 feet, this rug is hand-tufted in pure New Zealand wool, and in colorations like Katahdin, wet sand, and Mincemeat, we predict that they will be all a-flutter over this. 273 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101; 207-774-3523; angelaadams.com. circle 602

Flexco

Adrian Monk, the obsessive compulsive detective, would certainly approve of Health Design Vinyl Tile with its built in anti-fungal and anti-microbial barriers. The nonporous construction needs minimal maintenance, and is heat-weldable for a seamless watertight hygenic floor. The 0.080 inch gauge solid vinyl tile is in 18 colors and three sizes: 12 by 12, 24 by 24, and 36 by 36 inches. 1401 East 6th Street, Tuscumbia, AL 35674; 800-633-3151; flexcofloors.com. circle 603

Interface FLOR Commercial

The 1968 collection is modeled after David Oakey's collegiate designs. The 20 or 39 inch square carpet tiles are available in nine geometric patterns, including Green Street, Market Street, and Station Hill, and in 11 colors, including red/yellow. So far out—it's in. 1503 Orchard Hill Road, LaGrange, GA 30241; 800-336-0225; interfaceflorcommercial.com. circle 604

Endless Knot

This Bay area company presents Teya, a sharp fruity carpet with a distinctly West Coast vibe. Available in citron and brick, it is handmade with a mix of ¾ inch knotted pile in New Zealand and Tibetan wools. It can be endlessly customized to a variety of sizes. Shapes include runners, rounds, or ovals up to 24 by 48 feet. 364 Blodgett Street, Cotati, CA 94931; 800-910-3000; endlessknotrugs.com. circle 607

Na-Deco

Feng Shui decrees bamboo as a plant that brings prosperity. Now good fortune brings us Panda, natural bamboo flooring in 15 colors. It's easy to install and available in 79-inch-wide roll-out or 18-inch square tile format. Through George & Frances Davison, One Design Center Place, Suite 350, Boston, MA 02210; 617-348-2870; davisonshowroom.com. circle 605

Beaulieu Commercial

Newly launched Genoa was inspired by the delicate floral tracery and weathered frescos of Italian secret gardens. With a tip-sheared loop construction this solution-dyed nylon broadloom carpet has a 24 by 24 inch pattern repeat and is offered in 9 colors, including Sherwood, Armor, Crown, and Festival. 201 Princeton Boulevard, Adairsville, Georgia 30103; 800-451-1250; aquahospitalitycarpets.com. circle 606

Constantine

Structure multi-layer laminated hardwood, with a proprietary wear layer of Baltic Birch, is available in 6 by 54 inch planks or in 18 by 18 inch square tiles, and is 5/8-inches thick. With sapling, knot-hole, and bark inclusions, this flooring is sourced from sustainable Aspen lumber which is harvested across the width of the tree. 200 Fair Street, Calhoun, GA 30701; 800-308-4344; constantine-carpet.com. circle 609

Fort Street Studio

The liquidity of drawing and delicacy of line reflects Flower's origin as a watercolor. This ethereal design is a hand-knotted wild silk carpet, and is available in a variety of room sizes, in either tan or blue, and can be customized. 578 Broadway, Suite 506, New York, NY 10012; 212-925-5383; fortstreetstudio.com. circle 608

Parterre Flooring

Scrapyard vinyl tile from the Fused Floor collection has the look of oxidized metal. The random texture is produced by amalgamating different gloss levels in each 12 by 24 inch tile. The six hues span the spectrum from piping hot Cast to icy cool Oxidize; the tile is also available in Rust, Metallic, Torched, and Hammer. Building 292, Suite 410, 63 Flushing Avenue, Mail Unit 317, Brooklyn, NY 11205; 888-338-1029; parterreflooring.com. circle 613

Stark Carpet

Noialles, from the Howard Slatkin collection, in light stone, shallow grey, Sutcliffe Green, and Mandarin, hosts a striking entanglement of vines. The branch motif is enhanced by the use of intricate soumak stitching, which gives this flatwoven woolen carpet a durable and tactile quality. The pile stands 3/8 inches high. Custom colors and sizes are available. 979 Third Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10022; 212-752-9000; starkcarpet.com. circle 610

Loophouse

The right rug to come back to after a long business trip avoiding sirens, escaping Scylla, and work-place drudgeries. The Odyssey collection features three patterns and one solid. Cross-hatched Sketch is available in biscuit and cream or granite and celadon. Horizon, Reflections, and Solid Veil round out the collection. All are made of wool. Through Designtex, 200 Varick street, New York, NY 10014; 800-221-1540; designtex.com. circle 612

Apadana

For the Designers' Reserve Collection, Kevin Walz, in collaboration with James Turkfenian, has designed Eva H. Shown in azure, the custom carpet is made in Tibet, to your exact specifications. Your choice of yarn will be washed, dyed, spun, carded and knotted—all by hand. 539 East Putnam Avenue, Cos Cob, CT 06807; 888-272-3262; apadanainc.com. circle 611

Edward Fields

This American design icon and forerunner of the custom carpet market has supplied bespoke flooring to prestigious clients, including the White House, since 1935. Now, select designs from the company archives—including The Deep, a hand-sculpted, hand-tufted wool carpet—are being reissued. 232 East 59th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10022; 212-310-0400; edwardfields.com. circle 614

Amorim

Inspired by the subtle textures and earthy tones of the Mediterranean, Swiss designer Andreas Dotzauer and Wicanders have developed the Nuances collection of environmentally conscious natural cork oak floors. They are available in 12 seductive shades, including Patina, Orzo, and Panna. Each plank is 36 by 12 inches. 7513 Connelley Drive, Suite M-Front, Hanover, MD 21076; 410-553-6062; wicanders.com. circle 619

Lonseal

Lonmetro UV pushes the limits of vinyl convention. It is available in 8 street smart hues: Taxi, Purple People Bridge, Fire Hydrant, City Park, Orange Trolley, Metro Blue Line, Black Limo, and Loading Zone, and is four inches thick. This heterogeneous resilient sheet vinyl flooring solution has a low maintenance layer of UV-cured urethane, and is also suitable for vertical surfacing. 928 East 238th Street, Carson, CA 90745; 310-832-7111; lonseal.com. circle 615

Armstrong

MiYO, meaning 'make it your own', provides a great place for Spot to move out-of-the-box. Pinwheels, Taupourri, and Blockhead, are the perfect flooring for chewing and playing. There are 33 pet pleasing colors available in 16 by 16 inch vinyl tiles. Online purchase only. PO Box 3001, Lancaster, PA 17604; 877-276-7876; miyoflooring.com. circle 618

Maude Décor

Patricia Baun's hand-painted canvas rugs take a new approach to an old tradition. Three layers of pigment beneath with four layers of sealant ensure intense and durable color saturation. The 2006 Collection is exemplified by Spotz's vibrant arcs and effervescent spheres. Available in four colorways. 405-128 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, British Colombia, Canada VSY 1K6; 604-879-7775; maudedecor.com. circle 616

Tarkett

Designer Amanda Host created Solid Air to answer a need for a solid color floor without the maintenance concerns traditionally associated with such surfaces. The 16 by 16 inch tiles come in 20 colors, including straw, golden, coral, and royal red, with urban, contemporary, and natural. PO Box 2467, Houston, TX 77252; 800-877-8453; tarkett.com. circle 617

Tandus

Bold enough for large spaces, yet a pleasant surprise in smaller ones, Jhane Barnes based Turbulence on the concept of a double woven shirt with large repeating wave patterns and rich multi-colorations. These modular 18 and 36 inch square carpet tiles are made of yarn-dyed and solution-dyed nylon. 311 Smith Industrial Boulevard, Dalton, GA 30721; 800-248-2878; tandus.com. circle 621

Emma Gardner

Swirl is hand-knotted in Chinese silk and Tibetan wool with 1/5-inch deep pile. Based on Japanese patterns and fireworks, this lively carpet sets off sparks in three colorways: walnut, grass, or leather, and in three sizes: 6 by 9, 9 by 12, and 12 by 16 feet. 7 West Street, Litchfield, CT 06759; 877-377-3144; emmagardnerdesign.com. circle 620

Blue Ridge

Coupling a modern aesthetic with a homage to the great art deco designers such as Delaunay and Verneuil, Kaleidoscope is an elegant 24 inch square carpet tile. It is available in nine colorways: Golden Light, Symmetrical Taupe, Charcoal Fractions, Red Glass, Brown Reflections, Prism Blue, Chocolate Fragments, Mirror Grey, and Green Delight. It is made of solution-dyed nylon. PO Box 507, Ellijay, GA 30540; 800-241-5945; blueridgecarpet.com. circle 625

Warp & Weft

The delicate chrysanthemums and peonies of a 16th century Chinese silk fragment are re-interpreted in satiny Tibetan wool and Indian mulberry silk. From the Lhasa collection of contemporary area rugs, Ming Palmettes is offered in standard sizes—8 by 10, 9 by 12, or 10 by 14 feet, or in custom sizes. 145 Madison Avenue, New York , NY 10016; 212-481-4949; warpandweft.com. circle 622

LG Flooring

Launching four metallic colorways named for moons in the solar system, Orbit debuts Cassini, Charon, Callisto, and Titan. The Deco Orbit collection of commercial luxury vinyl flooring features 18 inch square tile with a 0.12 inch gauge. Through Innovision, 18 Sidney Circle, Kenilworth, NJ 07033; 888-291-9903; innovisionflooring.com. circle 624

Michaelian & Kohlberg

The neutral palette of this abstract design has the elegance and subtlety of silver birch tree bark, but in a stronger color scheme—it packs power and punch resembling 21st century camouflage. Baja is hand-knotted and depicted in the 9 by 11 foot size. 225 East 59th Street, New York, NY 10022; 212-431-9009; michaelian.com. circle 623

Tufenkian Carpets

The Arts & Crafts Collection is a testament to skilled workmanship and traditional hand-knotting techniques. Intricate designs such as Floral Cascade in Pink Blossom—also available in celadon, Lily Pad, and Siena—are the most labor intensive of all. With exceptionally dense weaves and closely-sheared pile at only / inches deep, and each rug is made of silk and wool. 919 Third Avenue, Ground Floor, New York, NY 10022; 800-475-4788; tufenkian.com. circle 627

Liza Phillips Design

To accent an open stairway with color without overpowering it try the Alto Stair Tread collection. In Mineral, berry, moss, and lava, each hand-knotted 9 by 26 inch wool tread has 80 knots per square inch and is 0.6-inches deep, with optional top and bottom mats at 18 by 26 inches. Also available for spiral stairs. 358 Gables Road, Narrowsburg, NY 12764; 845-252-9955; lizaphillipsdesign.com. circle 626

Optima Leathers

The Soho collection introduces 36 custom made rugs from dyed and natural hair-on-cowhide Brazilian leathers. Hampton is fabricated using 4 by 10 inch rectangles cut of hair-on-cowhide, and borders can be of full grain calf or hair-on-hide. Available in eight colors, including Café, Merlot, and Blondie. 131 West 35th Street, 14th floor, New York, NY 10001; 888-826-2296; optimaleathers.com. circle 628

Madeline Weinrib

Cheerful Suzi is inspired by antique suzani fabric, and is in pink, purple, green, blue, and custom colors. At 9 feet long and 2 feet 6 inches wide, this graphic hand-knotted pile runner can make any narrow space feel pretty. Through ABC Carpet & Home, 888 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10003; 212-473-3000; madelineweinrib.com. circle 631

Martin Patrick Evan

Nest, by David A. Gill, was commissioned by a client to celebrate his harmonious family life. The whimsically bold patterns and symbols are hand-tufted in combinations of cut and loop-pile worsted wool accented with silk. Other available patterns are Coco and Waves. Rugs are made to order. 331 East 58th Street, Suite 3-A, New York, NY 10022; 800-734-8214; martinpatrickevan.com. circle 630

CITIZEN: Citizen

Looking for something to ponder on your therapist's couch? Try Fredrikson Stallard's latest innovation in wool felt. Felt #2 is derived from a Rorschach ink blot test and delivers a powerful and witty design statement. But sometimes a rug is only a rug. 3435 Cesar Chavez Street, Suite 226, San Francisco, CA 94110; 415-695-7748; citizen-citizen.com. circle 629

The Mohawk Group

Extra! Extra! Read all about it with the Breaking News collection. Top Story, Newsworthy and Headlines are available in 13 colorways, and the tiles can be installed in quarter-turned and ashlar configurations. In every permutation the look is tailored, sophisticated, and urbane. 500 Town Park Lane #400, Kennesaw, GA 30144; 800-554-6637; themohawkgroup.com. circle 637

Bentley Prince Street

New Town pays homage to the urban environment with a /-inch-deep tufted textured loop pile carpet. Piece-dyed, with 45 standard colorways, custom colors are also available. 14641 East Don Julian Road, City of Industry, CA 91746; 800-423-4709; bentleyprincestreet.com. circle 632

New Moon

With tropical foliage and exotic blossoms on a rich walnut ground, Mariposa invokes the lush vegetation of a grand Caribbean estate and the traditional style of British colonial life. The Classic collection is offered in a variety of sizes and woven in Tibetan wool, wool and silk, or allo, wool and silk. 1701 North Lincoln Street, Wilmington, DE 19806; 800-863-0442; newmoonrugs.com. circle 636

Tibetano

Traditional with a twist, Shahram Nazar and Heidy Garay's Acanthus rug is richly layered and densely decorated with a Victorian beat. You'll crave it in chocolate raspberry, but Desert Glass and custom colors are also available. It is hand-knotted in Nepal in wool with silk accents. Custom sizes up to 25 feet wide are available. 1 Grand Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631; 800-995-5784; tibetano.com. circle 633

Steve Charles

Traditional gentleman's clubs have long taken a shine to London's Brogue Tan Leather Briquettes from Alchemy and Hide. The 12 by 4 inch leather tiles adhered to a marine ply substrate for ease of installation are hand-patinated and brogued or stamped for floors and walls. Couture and bespoke service available. E1 The Engineering Offices, 2 Michael Road, London SW6 2AD, UK; 44-207-384-4424; stevecharles.com. circle 634

Karastan

Asian influences are given a light touch and a modern interpretation in Mimosa, one of five hand-crafted wool and viscose rugs in the Artworks range. These piece-dyed rugs are carved with different textures and levels by using contrasting areas of looped and sheared pile. 500 Town Park Lane, Suite 400, Kennesaw, GA 30144; 800-554-6637; karastan.com. circle 635