[tweetmeme]We received images of Carrie and Mr. Big’s apartment on the set of Sex and the City 2 from The Rug Company. Beautiful! So stylish and with such a devoted following, the sets have been all over the blogosphere…so we wondered whether or not we could add anything interesting to what’s already been presented.
First, check out two of our favorite posts on the subject: an article written by All the Best by Ronda Carman, and an interview with set designer Lydia Marks on Casasugar.
Now here’s our take…
When you do a room makeover, take stock of everything you’ll need in your space: architectural detailings, paint, window treatments, floor treatments, furnishings and accessories. Then prioritize, in terms of budget, and choose items that will give you the greatest WOW factor in the room and spend accordingly. If you are someplace where you will be sticking around for awhile, that might be making sure the room has the right architectural interest and balance–because everything will look “off” if the room’s bones aren’t “right.” If you are in an apartment or plan to move within a few short years, pick a statement piece that you love and can carry with you when it’s time to move. A handmade rug will MAKE that statement. Just take a look at Carrie and Big’s apartment:
In her interview on Casasugar, Lydia Marks chose all the rugs from The Rug Company feeling that “the carpets were a great way to reflect Carrie.” She used Candy Flower by Marni, for a modern, feminine romantic touch. If you wanted to have the same graphic punch but a little less of the girly-girl, we like:
Swirl, by Paul Smith from The Rug Company’s Designer Collection
OR
Zap, by Fiona Curran, from The Rug Company’s Designer Collection
In the same room, Lydia adds the Stupa Silver by Suzanne Sharp, more subdued but with a bit of texture to keep things visually interesting. We think that these will work too:
Surshe NW, from The Rug Company’s Contemporary Collection
OR
Waterfall Pale by Allegra Hicks, from The Rug Company’s Designer Collection
In the dining area, you’ll see Starflower Blue by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby, inspired by a traditional quilt pattern. Our alternatives:
Love, love, LOVE Fretwork, by Emily Todhunter, from The Rug Company’s Designer Collection
OR
Sellarsbrook Blue by Suzanne Sharp, from The Rug Company’s Contemporary Collection
