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Loom Lesson: What do the Motifs on My Rug Represent?

First-time vintage rug shoppers may find themselves feeling overwhelmed by terminology (they must not be shopping at District Loom!). Heriz, Gabbeh, Oushak, Kilim… it can feel complicated. In this Loom Lesson, we’re breaking down some of our favorite rug motifs –– those gorgeous designs that make vintage Persian and Turkish carpets so special.

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From Ipanema to the Pitch: Vintage Rugs Inspired by Rio de Janeiro

From Ipanema to the Pitch: Vintage Rugs Inspired by Rio de Janeiro

As the world turns its attention to the beautiful game, District Loom heads to Rio de Janeiro in celebration of movement, self-expression, and a life well lived. From the shores...

From Ipanema to the Pitch: Vintage Rugs Inspired by Rio de Janeiro

As the world turns its attention to the beautiful game, District Loom heads to Rio de Janeiro in celebration of movement, self-expression, and a life well lived. From the shores...

Window Shopping Through New York's Most Beautiful Antique & Home Shops

Window Shopping Through New York's Most Beautiful Antique & Home Shops

With the launch of our Central Park Collection, we sourced six one-of-a-kind vintage rugs from Manhattan to bring an added sense of place and authenticity to the story behind the...

Window Shopping Through New York's Most Beautiful Antique & Home Shops

With the launch of our Central Park Collection, we sourced six one-of-a-kind vintage rugs from Manhattan to bring an added sense of place and authenticity to the story behind the...

historic photo on the mountainside in the middle east two men washing a rug using natural water from a alpine lake to clean an antique Persian rug

DIY Rug Washing Through the Ages: A History and How-To Guide

The rugs handmade and built to last were also built to wash. Long before modern cleaning products or machine-made washable rugs, rug care was simple. Take it outside, rinse it...

DIY Rug Washing Through the Ages: A History and How-To Guide

The rugs handmade and built to last were also built to wash. Long before modern cleaning products or machine-made washable rugs, rug care was simple. Take it outside, rinse it...

Photo: Giza Pyramids of Khufu and Khafra, the pyramid of Khenetkawes c1870 Adolphe Braun

The Rug World Has Been Keeping a Secret: Egyptian Rugs

The rug world has been keeping a secret from you. Most people understand rugs through a familiar lens shaped by Persian rugs and Turkish rugs. Persian rugs are known for...

The Rug World Has Been Keeping a Secret: Egyptian Rugs

The rug world has been keeping a secret from you. Most people understand rugs through a familiar lens shaped by Persian rugs and Turkish rugs. Persian rugs are known for...

Project Highlight: Disc Interiors Newport Beach Mariners Residence

Project Highlight: Disc Interiors Newport Beach Mariners Residence

Discover how District Loom shaped the rug program for a Newport Beach Mariners residence with interior design by Disc Interiors. This architectural case study explores vintage rug sourcing, custom contemporary...

Project Highlight: Disc Interiors Newport Beach Mariners Residence

Discover how District Loom shaped the rug program for a Newport Beach Mariners residence with interior design by Disc Interiors. This architectural case study explores vintage rug sourcing, custom contemporary...

5 Iconic Mid Century Modern Chairs to Remember - and contemporary alternatives!

5 Iconic Mid Century Modern Chairs to Remember - and contemporary alternatives!

In our own District Loom showroom you can find mid-century silhouettes mixed in with timeless vintage rugs. Each chair making their own statement and nodding to renowned pieces of the...

5 Iconic Mid Century Modern Chairs to Remember - and contemporary alternatives!

In our own District Loom showroom you can find mid-century silhouettes mixed in with timeless vintage rugs. Each chair making their own statement and nodding to renowned pieces of the...