We have done a lot of inner learning the last couple of years and also changing how we live with others. In this re-invented life, we have come to see new ideas flourish based on old world ideas. In 2022, interior design trends reflect our new post-covid reality and opportunity for greater creativity. Enter “Newstalgia” …
We put together this blog to inspire and delight rug lovers who are needing quality 8×10 area rugs. We don’t like to pick favorites (because they’re all our favorite ;-)), but we will focus on the beauty of these rugs and why we picked them in our BEST category. 8×10 area rugs are one of …
Looking for little luxuries? Ruby Rugs has been open for a few months here on Solano Avenue in Berkeley, California. As merchants here, we are also part of the Solano Avenue Association. They promote and celebrate businesses on Solano Avenue in Berkeley and Albany, CA. It’s wonderful to be a part of a 2 mile shopping district in …
Hidden Secrets And Symbols In Oriental Area Rugs Oriental area rugs offer a lot of mystery and fascination. It is no secret that the language of symbols are the most ancient and universal of all languages. The symbols woven into oriental rugs are of no exception. Vital ideas from matters of love, fear, life and death …
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We have been saying for awhile that we are experiencing a renaissance in modern area rugs. We want to embrace the idea that modern rugs are here to stay, as well as take a look at the different styles of modern rugs that are popular in 2019. Let’s take a look at these home decor trends in rugs. …
Oriental rugs have always been famous for their of color. Color plays an important role in our lives, from the food we eat to how we pick furniture, color is a big deal. It can create a big “Wow” factor in a room or it can be something toned down and soft. How you choose your …
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The silk rug has been coveted for hundreds of years, going back to the Silk Road, a famous 6,400 km Eurasian trade route from BCE until the mid-15th century. With so many new materials and textiles showing up in the world, the word “silk” is still considered to be the best of the best of fine fabrics. The …
On Thursday, April 11th, we had our official Grand Opening celebration for our luxury area rugs store. We enjoyed wonderful food from SF Kabob and flowers from Solano Florist! We had the lovely opportunity to enjoy a gorgeous mahogany baby grand piano, a collaboration with DC Piano, which was well appreciated by all our guests and especially our pianist, Alexander Coward. Claire McCabe, Corporate Relations …
Ruby Rugs: A Rug Lover’s Dream Come True After several years of planning Ruby Rugs and making several buying trips around the world, we’ve finally got the dream area rug store and the dream inventory. Having been a retailer of rugs in Istanbul for several years, the store creation in the Bay area has finally come to …
