RUGS + RUNNERS

Living by Design

There’s a reason a well-chosen rug can completely change how a room feels. Living By Design’s hand-tufted floor rugs and carpet runners bring that quality you can see and feel underfoot, in a range of weave styles and colourways that work across all kinds of interiors.

Craft and composition

Each rug and runner in this range is handwoven from natural fibre blends, predominantly wool with viscose and cotton, giving them that dense, slightly lustrous finish you just don’t get with machine-made alternatives. Weave styles vary across the range too: from tight ball-knot constructions to flat basket weaves and modern lattice patterns, each one reads differently depending on the room and the light.

Works in any room you put it in

Silver and ivory colourways sit beautifully in neutral lounges without competing with the furniture, while a deeper ash grey adds contrast under a dining table or through an entry hall. The runners are particularly good in hallways and corridors where you want warmth and softness through a longer, narrower stretch of floor.

Finding the right fit

Rugs start from 200x300cm and go up to 300x400cm, covering everything from a smaller sitting room to a generous open-plan space. Runners come in lengths from 250cm to 450cm at 80cm wide. A good rule of thumb: go bigger than you think you need. A carpet rug that sits under the furniture rather than in front of it almost always looks better.

Keeping them looking their best 

Some shedding in the first few weeks is completely normal for wool-blend pieces. A quick vacuum sorts it out. For spills, spot clean as soon as they happen rather than letting them sit. A professional clean every now and then will keep runners and rugs on the floor looking fresh. 

Shop hand-tufted rugs and runners

Browse the full Living By Design hand-tufted rugs and runners collection above and use the shipping estimator to get a delivery quote for your location. We dispatch most orders within 3 to 7 business days and ship Australia-wide.

For more styles, explore our complete rugs and runners collection, including jute rugs and a full range of runners.

FAQs

The hand-tufted range has something for most spaces, from full-size area rugs for living and dining rooms to long-format carpet runners for halls, entryways and corridors. Weave styles and colourways vary across the collection, so there’s a good chance you'll find something that works with what you already have.

Start with the length you want to cover, keeping in mind that runners typically look best with a bit of floor visible at each end. For full-size rugs, make sure they are large enough to sit under your furniture. A lighter neutral is usually a safe bet in transition spaces where you want everything to feel connected.

Regular vacuuming is the main thing, especially in the first few weeks when shedding is most noticeable. Spot treat any spills straight away rather than leaving them to set, and bring in a professional cleaner when it needs a proper refresh.