The Annual NY International Carpet Show
10-04-2010 / By:
Every year, carpet manufacturers, dealers, historians, and enthusiasts gather in New York City to talk about the carpet industry. This is a coming together of the industry’s great minds and offers a wonderful opportunity to meet designers and view what’s new for the coming season. While antique rugs will always be popular, there is a large market for new designer rugs. The annual NY International Rug Show is the place to learn not only about new designs, but also new technologies and methods. Some of the most interesting of which are the technologies and methods used to recreate antique rug designs into brand new rugs.
The overwhelming attitude at this year’s show is positive. From designers, to manufacturers, to dealers, those involved in the rug industry all say that they are showing positive signs that the economy is growing again. Sales are climbing, as new home owners are buying new rugs to decorate their new rooms. Many homeowners are purchasing new rugs (or antique rugs, but the rugs are new to them) as a way to spruce up homes they have decided to stay in for a long time to come. Economically speaking, it is always a good sign when people are investing in durable home goods like designer rugs.
Saturated colors are the trend this year. Rich golds and reds are seen in many rug designs. Many designers are bringing out new lines that are distinctly influenced by antique rug designs. It goes to show, the classics never go out of style.
Even this year’s more modern designs are full of saturated color work. Deep distinguished purples are popular in modern rug designs this year. Pastels seem to have temporarily lost a bit in popularity. Florals are still around, though many of the florals, even in modernistic designs, are influenced by the florals found in antique Asian rug designs.
But the NY International Carpet Show is not all work and no play. It is a chance for carpet industry professionals to also visit with friends and acquaintances. This year’s NY International Carpet Show started off with a bang for some visitors of a fun trip to the new Meadowlands Stadium to see the Ravens v. Jets game. Tours were also taken of many of the carpet showrooms in New York City. Getting to see and discuss the different interests in new and antique rugs informs rug industry professionals. This information is how these professionals are better able to help customers find the perfect rug for every room.
The overwhelming attitude at this year’s show is positive. From designers, to manufacturers, to dealers, those involved in the rug industry all say that they are showing positive signs that the economy is growing again. Sales are climbing, as new home owners are buying new rugs to decorate their new rooms. Many homeowners are purchasing new rugs (or antique rugs, but the rugs are new to them) as a way to spruce up homes they have decided to stay in for a long time to come. Economically speaking, it is always a good sign when people are investing in durable home goods like designer rugs.
Saturated colors are the trend this year. Rich golds and reds are seen in many rug designs. Many designers are bringing out new lines that are distinctly influenced by antique rug designs. It goes to show, the classics never go out of style.
Even this year’s more modern designs are full of saturated color work. Deep distinguished purples are popular in modern rug designs this year. Pastels seem to have temporarily lost a bit in popularity. Florals are still around, though many of the florals, even in modernistic designs, are influenced by the florals found in antique Asian rug designs.
But the NY International Carpet Show is not all work and no play. It is a chance for carpet industry professionals to also visit with friends and acquaintances. This year’s NY International Carpet Show started off with a bang for some visitors of a fun trip to the new Meadowlands Stadium to see the Ravens v. Jets game. Tours were also taken of many of the carpet showrooms in New York City. Getting to see and discuss the different interests in new and antique rugs informs rug industry professionals. This information is how these professionals are better able to help customers find the perfect rug for every room.
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