Living Room With Blue Rug

Living Room With Blue Rug

Daytona Blocks Red Rug, £54.99, Carpetright

Open-plan living rooms, kitchens and dining spaces can be difficult to furnish and decorate to make them feel homely. Sometimes they're just too large, and making each area feel different to the rest can be tricky. While using different kinds of flooring can mark out each zone, it can also make some rooms look small and disjointed. But the right combination of rugs in the right places may be the answer, as well as bringing an individual style to each of the areas.

'Rugs offer a chance to inject a little personality into a room so don't be afraid to experiment with different styles, sizes and shapes, and find out what works in your space,' says Anna Del-Molina, carpets and rugs buyer at Carpetright.

So whether you're just moving into a new house with one main open-plan room, or you've extended to create a multi-functional room, here's some advice for creating impact and a sense of home.

Use pattern – but don't go overboard

'Pattern doesn't need to mean overwhelming, colourful, contrasting prints,' says Anna. 'It's about finding a design that you love and will create a point of difference to your room. A subtle stripe or a geometric print, in a muted hue, can have just as much impact on a scheme as a bold, bright design.'

According to Anna, you don't necessarily need to match existing prints and patterns, but she does add: 'It's a good idea to opt for a style that shares colours with other pieces in the space, to help tie the look together. Using different tones and textures will also help create a distinct style.'

Place well and layer

How you use your room will impact where to place your rugs. 'Perhaps you need a splash of colour under a coffee table and should choose a similar shaped rug to place underneath. Layering rugs under a dining table can also help protect the floor from spills and splashes – patterned flooring being most forgiving,' says Anna.

If you want to use a few rugs in different areas of the room, opt for similar shapes but different yet complementary shades or designs to create a cohesive look. Choosing similar rugs in different sizes will also create unity in the space.

Carolyn Barber

Turn up the colour…even if it's a neutral

Adding a new rug is one of the easiest ways to introduce colour without a large investment. 'But think carefully about the use of the space and its existing colour scheme,' advises Anna. 'Consider a minimalist style if you already have focal points, such as statement wallpaper, in the room or look at bold and patterned rugs to brighten a neutral room.'

Rugs are particularly well suited to wood flooring as they add a level of comfort and help to warm the décor by contrasting with the natural look.

Shackleton Hand-woven Rug, Pale Blue, Swoon

Swoon

'Importantly,' says Anna, 'be sure your rug's in keeping with the style of a room – a bold geometric may not be suitable for a space with period features while a faded traditional design may clash with a modern scheme.'

Get the size right

Consider scale carefully as you wouldn't want a large rug to overpower the space or a small rug that gets lost. A circular rug can soften a living room with straight furniture by drawing the eye.

Dutchbone Round Pix Rug with Tassels, Cuckooland

Cuckooland

'Placing a rug centrally in the living room often balances a room,' says Anna, adding: 'However, a rug should be positioned where you'll get most use and enjoyment from it. For instance, you might prefer to have a soft and sumptuous style directly in front of your sofa so that you can sink your feet into at the end of a long day!

'Finally, don't forget furniture can be placed on top of a rug so it might be worth considering a larger style that will carry the pattern underneath a sofa or armchair.'

• For more style inspiration, see the House Beautiful rug range at Carpetright.

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10 must-have pieces from the John Lewis + Orla Kiely collection

Perfect sofa update

Orla Kiely Flower Tile Velvet Cushion, Citrine / Pink

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£30.00

What a beautiful cushion. We love the luxurious cut velvet fabric and woven textured reverse. This is at the top of our wish list!

Bedtime luxury

Orla Kiely Scribble Stem Cotton Bedding, Duck Egg/Sea Grass

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£75.00

This charming print, which has been given a considered, modern finish, will really elevate your bedroom. Perfect for spring, the signature stem pattern is a timeless beauty.

Heat resistant

Orla Kiely Flower Tile Placemats, Set of 4, Multi

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£30.00

Bring some colour to your table settings with these fun placemats. Matching coasters are also available.

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Orla Kiely Juniper Stem Ceramic Table Lamp, Yellow

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£75.00

Accent your space with this quirky lamp. The playful pattern spreads across the ceramic base and fabric lampshade.

Chip resistant

Orla Kiely Flower Stems Coffee Storage Jar, 750ml, Citrine/Multi

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£25.00

Colourful and playful, this storage jar deserves to be on display. Made of resilient stoneware, it's dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Monochrome

Orla Kiely Optical Flower Bath Mat

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Keep it simple with this retro large-scale flower pattern. It's sure to make a statement in a plain-looking bathroom.

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Orla Kiely Tiny Stem Cotton Bedding, Duck Egg

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£76.00

Described as 'beautiful but not busy', we love how the signature stem pattern has been given a fresh twist with hundreds of miniature leaves.

Reusable

Orla Kiely Flower Bamboo Food Storage Boxes, Set of 3, Multi

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Partly made of bamboo, this colourful set of food storage boxes includes three different sizes and patterns.

Geometric

Orla Kiely Juniper Stem Pair Lined Eyelet Curtains, Citrine

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With large, even folds, and Orla Kiely's graphic Juniper Stem print, this lined eyelet curtain really makes a statement. It's perfect for a contemporary room.

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Orla Kiely Flower Stem Sprig Glass Water Bottle, 525ml, Papaya

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Country Living Magazine Floor Plans

Country Living Magazine Floor Plans

Country House Plans

These gorgeous Country style Mascord house plans draw inspiration from the nostalgic country home style. Country house plans are similar to farmhouse style plans. They are usually two story with a covered front or wrap around porch. Quite colonial, the footprint is often boxy or rectangular shaped. Many country house designs feature a centered entryway with stacked single hung windows.  Gorgeous country kitchens and cozy hearth living rooms are typical features of a Mascord country home plan. Spacious porches extend your living space, making country house plans seem larger than they are and creating a seamless transition between indoors and out.

73 Plans

Plan 22128 The Kensington

• 2518 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  59'-0"

• Depth:

  51'-6"

Plan 2261H The Camden

• 2500 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  60'-0"

• Depth:

  42'-0"

Plan 21127A The Fallston

• 1855 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  29'-0"

• Depth:

  54'-6"

Plan 1263 The Willows

• 2009 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  70'-0"

Plan 1186 The Heathcliff

• 1373 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  59'-0"

Plan 21153 The Roosevelt

• 944 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  2

• Baths:

  1

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  17'-0"

• Depth:

  41'-0"

Plan 1168D The Fountain Valley

• 1552 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  60'-6"

Plan 2230H The Riverholme

• 2577 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  38'-0"

• Depth:

  55'-0"

Plan 1250C The Lakeville

• 3064 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  2

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  113'-4"

• Depth:

  62'-8"

Plan 22122DF The Ivy Ridge

• 2944 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  59'-0"

• Depth:

  61'-0"

Plan 23109A The Sycamore Rise

• 2576 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  64'-0"

• Depth:

  67'-6"

Plan 1262A The Cedar Tree Hollow

• 2460 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  76'-0"

• Depth:

  62'-0"

Plan 1262 The Birch Wood Farm

• 2508 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  76'-0"

• Depth:

  62'-0"

Plan 22222 The Lone Pine

• 2448 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  60'-0"

Plan 21151AA The Carywood

• 2104 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  69'-0"

• Depth:

  58'-0"

Plan 22208A The Bennet

• 2292 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  72'-0"

• Depth:

  66'-0"

Plan 1259A The Meadowside

• 2060 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  78'-0"

• Depth:

  64'-0"

Plan 22219 The Bryson

• 2490 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  46'-0"

• Depth:

  79'-0"

Plan 21127 The Sunnycrest

• 1815 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  29'-0"

• Depth:

  54'-6"

Plan 22201 The Hartford

• 2369 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  3

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  91'-0"

• Depth:

  63'-0"

Plan 22193ES The Forest Park

• 2315 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  44'-0"

• Depth:

  54'-0"

Plan 2468 The Wickham

• 6228 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  5

• Baths:

  4

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  1

• Width:

  92'-0"

• Depth:

  99'-0"

Plan 22189 The Madewood

• 2400 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  61'-0"

Plan 21126AC The Honeydale

• 1875 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  31'-0"

• Depth:

  51'-0"

Plan 2418A The Garnell

• 5222 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  3

• Width:

  113'-6"

• Depth:

  62'-6"

Plan 21143 The Gabriel

• 1700 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  40'-0"

• Depth:

  46'-0"

Plan 22188A The Newbury

• 2399 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  3

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  35'-0"

• Depth:

  40'-6"

Plan 2428C The Winthrop

• 4574 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  5

• Baths:

  4

• Half Baths:

  2

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  80'-0"

• Depth:

  57'-0"

Plan 22122Q The Northbrook

• 2513 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  2

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  56'-0"

• Depth:

  62'-0"

Plan 2386 The Vicksburg

• 3936 sq.ft.

• Bedrooms:

  4

• Baths:

  4

• Half Baths:

  1

• Stories:

  2

• Width:

  108'-0"

• Depth:

  59'-0"

Country Living Magazine Floor Plans

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