Rug intros on tap for the Atlanta market

Lissa Wyman, Rug Editor -- Furniture Today, January 14, 2008

All prices are suggested retail for an approximate 5 by 8 size unless otherwise noted. The Atlanta International Area Rug Market will be held Jan. 17 to 20 in the AmericasMart.

Amer Rugs

5C6

New designs have been added to the Riviera, Elegante and Crystal collections. Hand knotted in 200 knots per square inch construction. Made in India of hand-spun wool. Riviera, $4,499 in 8 by 10; Elegante, $4,799 in 8 by 10; Crystal, $6,199 in 8 by 10.

Amici Imports

6F11

Ponte Vecchio consists of transitional designs. Hand tufted in India. $399. Amici is remodeling its 2,100-square-foot showroom to accommodate new hand-knotted collections that will be introduced in January.

Capel

6F2

Artscapes is a hand-knotted collection of contemporary designs. Hand knotted of wool in an Indo-Nepal weave, $1,099.
Shagri-La is made in the United States with ultra-dense, advanced generation nylon yarns that are soft to the touch, non-allergenic and stain resistant. In 12 solid colors. $399.
Varuna Zieglar is hand tufted in India of hand-sheared washed wool, $559.
Earthright is an eco-friendly Capel braid made of 90% certified organically grown cotton to have a minimal impact on the environment. $479.
Wearever is a Capel braid made of 95% nylon chenille for exceptional softness and durability. Stain resistant and reversible. $399.

News: Capel will host a party to commemorate the completion of its redesigned Atlanta showroom on Thursday, Jan. 17, beginning at 4 p.m.

Couristan

6D11

The Anatolia collection features detailed antique designs using Persian medallions, symmetrical floral motifs and multiple borders. Power-loomed in Turkey of heat-set Courtron polypropylene, using a unique space-dyed yarn system for a subtle abrash effect. Cross-woven with 480,000 points per square meter. $149 in 5′3″ by 7′6.″
The Dynasty collection is inspired by Persian rug patterns using both traditional center medallion designs as well as all-over patterns. Hand tufted in India of blended New Zealand wool. $369 in 5′6″ by 8.′
The Eden collection is a group of hand-knotted floral patterns in cut-and-loop construction. Made of semi-worsted New Zealand wool. Indo-Nepalese weave in ultra-fine knot count. Made in India. $2,459 in 6 by 9.
The Impressions collection features contemporary fashions with decorative influences. Hand knotted in India in a blend of 70% New Zealand semi-worsted wool, 30% Tibetan wool and faux silk viscose highlights. Indo-Nepalese weave. $1,729 in 6 by 9.
The Kenya collection features a variety of textured patterns ranging from animal prints to botanical designs. Hand tufted in India in a blend of Indian wool and viscose. $599 in 5′6″ by 8.′
The Yasmin collection updates traditional Persian rug motifs for contemporary decorating tastes. Hand tufted in China of space-dyed wool and silk. $549 in 5′6″ by 8.′

Dynamic Rugs

3C5

The Jewel collection includes traditional garden-influenced designs in new textures and updated colors. Hard-twist wool pile in a pulled down, hand-tufted construction with floral motifs of silk. $699.
The Eclipse collection features contemporary designs. Power loomed in Belgium on incorporated Wilton looms in a one million point per square meter density construction, using fine-denier Excelon yarns. $399.
Mystique is a contemporary/transitional collection. Hand tufted in China of Japanese modacrylic yarns. $399.
The Opulence collection consists of Damask-inspired scroll designs. Hand tufted of hard-twist wool blended with art silk highlights. Made in India. $499.

Ebisons Harounian

5F5

Kabul, a group of antique replicas of 19th-century Turkish carpets. Hand knotted in China of vegetable-dyed, hand-spun, over-twisted yarn. New Zealand wool. $1,499 in 6 by 9.
The Ghazni collection is made of hand-spun wool. Hand knotted in India in 10/10 and 14/14 constructions. Retail prices start at $1,299 for 6 by 9.
The Attock collection is hand knotted in Pakistan in 10/10 construction. Wool, $1,599 in 6 by 9.
The Chobi collection is hand knotted in 12/12 construction using two yarn systems for textural effect. Made in India. $1,799 in 6 by 9.
Antique Serapi, a group of replicas of 19th-century Persian Serapi and Heriz designs. Hand knotted of hand-spun wool with intentional irregularities that duplicate collectible antiques. $799 in 6 by 9.
Antique Tabriz, a programmed collection of antique Persian designs with fashion-forward colors and an antique patina. Hand made of wool pile in India. $2,200 in 6 by 9.
Golden Horizons, a group of Sino Persians in classic Oriental designs. Made in China. Hand-knotted, $999 in 6 by 9. Hand tufted, $599 in 6 by 9.
Oushak was created to look and feel like 18th- and 19th-century antique oushaks. Hand knotted of vegetable-dyed New Zealand wool. $699 in 6 by 9.

News: Ebisons has introduced a new Green Label program to identify the company's eco-friendly programmed lines.

828 International Trading

6F1

The Watercolors collection, inspired by American and Indian artworks, consists of modern and transitional designs in bold brushstrokes of autumnal color. Hand tufted in India of wool. $299.

Feizy

5B1

The Montmartre collection, designed in collaboration with Tracy Porter, features seven oversized floral and Asian-inspired designs in a variety of colorways. Hand tufted of Seridian wool. Antique washed. $498.
Three new designs have been added to the Natasha collection. Inspired by 19th-century Russian folk art motifs. Hand tufted of New Zealand wool. $398.
The Havana collection is hand braided of hand-pun jute. $178.
Indochine is a shag collection that has been table tufted of faux silk to simulate the feel of animal fur. Casual and contemporary. $118 in 3′6″ by 5′6″.
Domus is a shag collection hand loomed of wool and polyester pile. $298.
The Nash collection is a casual group of boucle-woven sisal rugs with a two-inch wide, chocolate-colored cotton border. Backed with non-porous latex. For indoor use only. $118.
The Knox collection is an indoor-outdoor collection in a sisal-look boucle weave. Made of polypropylene with a two-inch wide polyester border. The breathable backing allows water to drain through. $118.
The Sebastian collection consists of traditional designs. Machine woven of faux silk viscose pile. $230 in 5′3″ by 7′6″.
The Balboa collection features three traditional designs in earthy palettes. Machine woven in a blend of of polypropylene and faux silk viscose. $230 in 5′3″ by 7′6″.
The Qi collection (pronounced "chee") consists of traditional and transitional designs. Machine woven of faux silk viscose in a palette of earthy tones. $230 in 5′3″ by 7′6″.
New colorways have been added to design No. 8025F from Sandra Lee's Caprice collection. Hand tufted in a high/low pile of wool and art silk in India. $358.

News: Feizy Rugs will celebrate its 35th anniversary with a personal appearance at AmericasMart Atlanta by author and Food Network host, Sandra Lee. Lee will be in the company's showroom Thursday, Jan. 17, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., to meet with customers, sign autographs and unveil six new designs in the Caprice collection. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Halvai

3D11

A new company specializing in high-end products, Halvai will make its market debut in Atlanta. Halvai will showcase its collections of hand-knotted, limited-edition and one-of-a-kind rugs. Suggested retail, $120 per square foot.

Harounian Rugs International

6A1

The Mahal collection features replicas of antique Mahal rugs. Hand knotted in India of wool. $999 in 6 by 9.
The Oushak Crown collection is hand knotted of wool. Made in India $999 in 6 by 9.

Hellenic Rug Imports

6G12

The Candice Olson collection is adding 13 transitional and eight traditional designs. The transitional designs are hand tufted of wool and silk in 160-line construction. $899. The traditional designs are made in China in 100-line, hard-twist, hand-tufted construction. $599.
Thirty new contemporary designs in various hand-tufted qualities. Made in India. Techniques and materials include high-low construction, different wool yarn counts, use of viscose and other elements. Retail price range is $439 to $799.
The Urban Living collection represents an expansion of transitional designs. The 160-line, hand-tufted rugs are made of wool and silk. Made in China. $899.
Fifteen new designs are being added to the Palerma collection of hand-tufted rugs. Made in India. $499.
Outdoor Living is a new group of Lodge looks in a variety of constructions and designs. This collection is made of synthetic wool-like fiber and is hand tufted and carved for design definition. Hand tufted in China of 85% polyester and 15% acrylic. Retail pricing will range from $199 to $499 for hand tufted.
In the hand-knotted traditional category, Hellenic will introduce the new hard-twist 9/9 collection made of New Zealand wool. Suggested retail price is $26 per square foot ($1,040 in 5 by 8).
The Antique Serape collection is a group of reproductions. Hand knotted of wool, they are stone washed for an antique finish. Target retail is $22 per square foot ($880 in 5 by 8).
The Indoor Outdoor collection of hand-hooked rugs is made of 100% polypropylene. Made in China. Tropical, transitional and contemporary designs. $249.

News: In celebration of Hellenic's 20th anniversary, the company will host a Greek party featuring live music, Greek food, liquid refreshments and plenty of dancing with traditional plate breaking. Special gifts will be given to customers who attend the party and the showroom. The event will be held Friday, Jan. 18 beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Homefires/Home Comfort

7P25

Forty new designs have been added to the Carefree collection, including Devereaux and Espresso from designer Jennifer Brinley, Outhouse Under the Moon by designer David Carter Brown, and Tropical Cooler by designer B.J. Lantz. Made of extra-soft, durable acrylic fibers. Hand hooked in China. Machine-washable backing. $40 in 2 by 3.

Jaipur

3C15

Reggae is an eco-friendly collection consisting of contemporary designs in metallic colors. Hand knotted of hand-spun hemp. Made in India $499.
Calypso is a "Green" collection that is hand looped of jute. Lightweight and durable. Contemporary designs. $199.

Jaunty

1-1-0

The Malaga collection is inspired by Euro-Mediterranean designs with a Persian influence. Hand tufted in India of wool. $549.
The Heritage collection is reminiscent of authentic Persian-inspired patterns. Hand tufted of wool. Made in India, $449.
The Royal Taj collection is a Persian-inspired design. Hand-tufted in India of wool. $499.
Tundra is a new pattern in the Safari collection. Compatible with leather settings. Hand tufted in India. Wool $499.
The Serenity collection is hand tufted in India, featuring solid colors and striped patterns, $249.
The Ultimo collection is hand loomed in India of hard-twist wool. $399.
The Royal Agra collection is hand knotted in India. Wool, $799.

Kalaty Rug

4G14

Vista is a collection of 12 rugs with a contemporary focus. Patterns range from combinations of stripes and circles to abstract geometrics. Hand tufted in India of hard-twist wool. $490.
The Shajahan collection consists of seven rugs that feature a fusion of traditional patterns and antique designs in the Tabriz-Jalili style. Hand woven with more than 3.8 million knots of hard-twist wool in India. $3,900 in 6 by 9.

Kaleen

3C9

Kaleen's first collections under a licensing agreement with Food Network host Paula Deen will be introduced in Atlanta. The line will initially include three Paula Deen rug collections. In a major departure for Kaleen, two of the collections will be machine made of man-made fiber.

Paula's Porch & Home, a machine-made, indoor-outdoor polypropylene collection made in China. This is Kaleen's first entrée into machine-made construction. $249 to $299.
Paula Deen's Comfort, a machine-made, space-dyed polypropylene collection. $299 to $349.
Paula Deen's Signature, a hand-tufted wool collection in Oushak and Sumak looks. Made in India. $599.

News: Celebrity Paula Deen will be on hand to meet and greet retailers at a showroom party on Thursday, Jan 17, beginning at 5 p.m.

Kane Carpet

6C3

The After Hours collection consists of 12 designs woven in Kane's trademark Eurolon polypropylene fiber. Stain resistant. Made in Israel. $249 in 5′3″ by 7′9″.

Karastan

3A1

Villa Veneto, from the Antique Legends collection, was inspired by hand-knotted Sultanabad designs. The "cross hatch" effect was used to replicate an aged, weathered, distressed and worn feeling. Fully worsted New Zealand wool. $1,299 in 5′9″ by 9′.
Mandara, from the Shapura collection, features relaxed patterns and fresh color palettes of palmettes and vines. Axminster woven of fully worsted New Zealand wool. $1,299 in 5′9″ by 9′.
Ravenna, from the Ashara collection, is inspired by hand-knotted Oriental rugs. Axminster woven of fully worsted New Zealand wool. $1,199 in 5′9″ by 9′.

Kas

4D2

Sahara is hand tufted of dense wool in animal designs. Made in India. $399.
The Elements Shag collection consists of simple contemporary designs. Machine made of polypropylene. Made in China. $299.
The Chateau collection features damask patterns and two-tone florals. Hand tufted and hand carved of wool. Made in China, $499.

Megerian

3D22

The Mamluk collection has been expanded with new designs in fashion-forward palettes. Inspired by 16th-century Mamluks of Egypt, with designs based on geometric patterns and stylized leaf forms. Hand woven in Egypt. $4,500 to $4,700 in 6 by 9.
The Vintage Edition Oushak, from the Oushak collection, is made using the weaving and knotting techniques used by artisans of the 12th century. Low shear and antique finishing was used to replicate the antique Oushak. $4,500 in 6 by 9.

Momeni 5B4

Arts & Crafts is a collection inspired by William Morris designs. Hand knotted with over-twisted wool. $1,799 in 5′6″ by 8′6.″
Capri consists of transitional and floral designs. Power loomed of New Zealand wool, with hand-serged edges and hand-carving. Made in China. $439.
The Comfort Shag collection is hand tufted of mod-acrylic with a tweed effect. Made in India. $349 in 5 by 7.
Dorado consists of transitional and floral designs. Hand knotted of wool blend and silk, with hand carving for added depth. $1,679 in 5′6″ by 8′6.″
New patterns have been added to the Elements collection of contemporary, machine-made rugs. Hand-carved details with hand-serged edges. Made in China. $439.
Naturally Momeni is an eco-friendly collection made of blends of un-dyed or vegetable-dyed wool and hemp, wool and nettle and wool and natural silk. River washed. Hand-knotted, hand- loomed and hand-woven constructions. $199 to $799.

New Moon

5E9

The Vines, Garden and Verona collections are made in a 100-knot weave of Tibetan wool and Chinese silk. Hand knotted in Nepal. $5,940 in 6 by 9.

Nourison

3F2

Nourison is making several additions to its Liz Claiborne Home rug collections.

The Modern Elegance collection features a trailing floral motif in a combination of black and white. Made of New Zealand wool pile, accentuated by Luxcelle, Nourison's proprietary faux silk fiber made with cotton yarns. $729.
The Radiant Impressions collection is hand tufted of New Zealand wool. Hand carved. $729.
The Landscape Stripes collection is hand loomed of hard-twist wool pile. $499.
In addition to the Liz Claiborne introductions, Silk Pointe is being added to Nourison's Signature collection. Woven of New Zealand wool and pure silk in Nourison's patented Nourmak weave. Made in China. $1,999 in 6 by 9.

Obeetee

5F8

Holobein, Star Oushak and Bidjar, from the Williamsburg Tapis VF collection, were inspired by the historic carpets of Colonial Williamsburg's antiques collection. Hand knotted of wool. Fire, water, river stones and hand-hewn wooden paddles are used for a vintage finish. Made in India. $1,799.
Malayer, Taj, Heart and Sultanabad are new to the Decorus collection. Hand tufted in India of high-density wool. $999.

Prairie Rugs

7B25

Prairie Rugs adds two new colors: Cool Mint, a fresh green with a hint of blue, and Aqua Marine, consisting of light blues with turquoise and teal. Hand knotted of cotton using low- impact dyes. Cold water washable. $199 in 6 by 9.

Rizzy Rugs

3F3

The Tango collection consists of geometric and curvilinear patterns. Hand knotted of New Zealand wool in Indo-Tibetan style. $399.

Rug One Imports

4E10

The Merit and Matrix collections are each machine woven of heat-set polypropylene in traditional designs. Power loomed in Turkey. $149.
Wandering Vines, Tulipano, New Wave, and Corduroy are transitional/contemporary designs. Wilton woven of New Zealand wool with art silk accents. Power loomed in Turkey. $499.

Rugs America

3E13

Rugs America, in partnership with actress and designer Jane Seymour, will be introducing two new collections.

The Coral Canyon collection is inspired by Jane Seymour's casual lifestyle on the Pacific coastline. Hand knotted of double-washed premium wool. Made in India. $899.
The Grand Hotel collection is inspired by the resort on Mackinac Island in Northern Michigan where Seymour filmed "Somewhere in Time." Hand tufted of high-count wool yarns. Made in India. $499.

Safavieh

4C1

Ikat Marsh, from the Martha Stewart Rugs collection, is inspired by the Gothic architecture of Middle Eastern ogee arches. Hand-knotted Tibetan rugs are made with hand-carded mountain wool yarns woven into a ribbed background. Made of a blend of natural silk, wool and linen yarns. $1,549 in 6 by 9.
The Soho collection is inspired by Asian themes and mid-century design motifs. Transitional, traditional and contemporary styles. Made of New Zealand wool with viscose accents. $699 in 6 by 9.
Five new designs have been added to the Santa Fe collection, which combines Sumak and Peshawar weaving techniques. Made of vegetable-dyed Persian wool. Made in Pakistan. $1,395 in 6 by 9.
The Marrakech collection is based on interpretations of Moorish-inspired mosaic tiles Hand knotted of hand-spun, vegetable-dyed wool in a 150-knot weave. Made in Tibet. $2,250 in 6 by 9.
New designs in theThomas O'Brien collection are inspired by the bold geometric carpet traditions of North Africa and Scandinavia. Made in Nepal of wool and wool/silk blends. $2,000 to $3,400 in 6 by 9.
Ancient Weave designs are overscaled and tribal in character with minimal detailing. Hand knotted in Tibet of hand-spun wool. $1,425 in 6 by 9.

Shalom Bros.

5A1

The Gem collection is hand knotted of 10/10 hard twist, New Zealand wool. Made in India. $1,199 in 6 by 9.
The Mamluk Onan series is hand knotted of hand-spun New Zealand wool. Antique washed and finished. Made in India. $1,499 in 6 by 9.

Shaw Living

6A2

Shaw Inds. will conduct its annual regional flooring market, Shaw Innovations, at AmericasMart from Jan. 17 to 19. Shaw Innovations will be housed in a custom-designed 20,000-square-foot gallery on the entire first floor of AmericasMart 1 as well as in Shaw Living's 13,000-square-foot showroom on the sixth floor. Shaw will show its full line of residential and commercial carpeting, wood and laminate flooring, ceramic tiles, area rugs, carpet cushion, Anso nylon recyclable carpets and rugs and ancillary flooring products.

Sphinx By Oriental Weavers

3A2

Genesis is a group of machine-made rugs in multiple designs, including classic Persian motifs, transitionals and relaxed contemporary patterns. Made of polypropylene. Cross-weaving technology results in up to 55 colors in each pattern. $399.
The Samarkand II collection features soft contemporaries and casual patterns. Machine woven of polypropylene. $399 in 5′3″×7′9.″
The Amherst collection matches traditional designs with modern looks. Hand tufted of a blend of New Zealand and Indian wools, the Amherst collection features a soft, heavy hand and a lustrous finish. $599.

Surya

6A7

The Everest collection is hand knotted of hand-carded New Zealand wool. Made in Nepal. $1,800.
Lhotse consists of transitional styling and colors. Hand knotted of hand-carded New Zealand wool. Made in Nepal. $1,499.
Twist is made of twisted, heat-set polypropylene. Transitional. Machine made in the United States. $149.
Gramercy is hand tufted of New Zealand wool. Made in India. $449.
Wynwood's Roommates collection, designed in partnership with Wynwood furniture, coordinates with colors, styles and patterns of Wynwood fabrics. Hand tufted in India of New Zealand wool in India. $449.
The Artist Studio collection consists of an assortment of works from designers around the world. Hand tufted of New Zealand wool in a high/low pile. Made in India. $499.
Home Accents-Wall Art is inspired by Surya's top 15 area rug designs. Each limited- edition piece is signed and numbered by the original artist. The three qualities are composed of gallery-quality giclee, stretched canvas and stretched canvas with a natural wood frame. Made in the United States. $299 to $599.
The Home Accents-Pillows collection has 15 additions. Hand crafted of polypropylene in China. $29 to $39.

Trans Ocean

6C9

Trans Ocean introduces designs from Liora by Liora Manné

The Safari collection is hand tufted in India of lush wool pile. $400.
The Karala collection is hand knotted of wool pile. Made in India. $700.
The Ravella collection carries the Everywear label for mildew and fade resistance. Hand tufted in China of polyacrylic blend. Indoor/outdoor. $290.
The Taos collection consists of square shapes in a high/low effect. Hand tufted in India of wool. $400 in 5 by 8.
The Ombre collection is hand tufted in India of wool pile. $400.

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