Why choosing the Rug's right size matters...

A. The Living Room – Finding the Perfect Rug Balance

In the living room, your rug is what connects everything — it defines the space, anchors your furniture, and creates visual harmony.

The diagram above shows a balanced layout with a 300 × 200 cm rug placed beneath a 220 cm sofa and a coffee table in the center.

Why this layout works?

The rug extends slightly beyond the sofa arms on each side, creating breathing room and visual proportion.

Both the sofa and the armchair rest partly on the rug — a layout often called “front legs on”.

This helps tie all the seating elements together while keeping the room open.

Around the outer edges, 25–40 cm (10–16”) of visible floor frame the composition and make the room feel airy.

 

LAYERS tip

Choose a rug large enough to ground the entire seating zone — at least the front legs of your main sofa and armchairs should touch it.

A well-sized rug creates cohesion and comfort, transforming the living room into a calm, resting space.

 

B. The Double Bedroom – Soft Balance and Grounded Comfort

One large RUG

In the bedroom, a rug does more than decorate — it creates a soft landing and brings visual harmony to the most personal space in your home.

It should extend beyond the bed, framing it gently while maintaining clear proportions around the furniture.

The diagram below illustrates a 300 × 200 cm rug positioned beneath a 160 × 200 cm queen bed, leaving generous margins on both sides and at the foot.

Why this layout works

        The rug sits under the lower two-thirds of the bed, so its texture and color remain visible when you enter the room.

It extends about 50–60 cm (20–24”) beyond the sides and foot of the bed — enough to keep your first morning step on a soft surface.

The nightstands remain off the rug, helping define the central sleeping area and making cleaning easier.

This layout gives the room visual stability, balancing the large volume of the bed with the openness of the floor.

 

LAYERS tip

A rug should never disappear completely under the bed — it should frame it. Choose a size that reveals the rug’s patterns and texture while offering comfort underfoot. 

The goal: a tranquil, layered atmosphere where every morning begins with softness and intention.

 

Two Side Rugs

For bedrooms where comfort meets precision, two side rugs can be an elegant choice when there is enough space around the bed to welcome the 120 wide rugs.

They frame the bed beautifully, create visual symmetry, and offer a soft, balanced rhythm to the space.

Each rug defines its own zone — warm underfoot, distinct yet harmoniously aligned with the bed.

Why this layout works

The diagram shows a pair of 120 × 180 cm rugs placed on either side of a 160 / 180 cm double bed, extending generously toward the foot of the bed while leaving the central space open and light.

The two rugs are positioned parallel to the bed, each extending about 120 cm beyond the headboard and foot area for visual balance.

This creates a perfect mirror effect, adding calmness and symmetry to the room — ideal for king or queen-size beds.

The open space between the rugs keeps the layout airy and practical, ensuring easy cleaning and fluid movement around the bed.

Each rug provides a soft landing zone on both sides, enhancing comfort without overwhelming the room’s proportions.

LAYERS tip

When the room allows it, two smaller rugs can be as impactful as one large piece — especially if the flooring beneath is natural wood or stone.

Choose matching tones or subtle contrasts to create rhythm and warmth while keeping the visual balance that defines the LAYERS aesthetic.

 

C. The Single Bedroom – Proportion, Comfort, and Simplicity

Even in a small room, the right rug can transform the atmosphere — softening lines, balancing furniture, and creating a peaceful sense of grounding.

In compact spaces, choosing a proportionate rug is key to maintaining visual calm without overcrowding the floor.

Why this layout works

 

The diagram illustrates a 120 × 180 cm rug, perfect for a single, twin, or small double bed ranging from 90 to 140 cm wide.

It shows how the rug can extend beyond the bed’s width, giving each configuration just the right amount of breathing space.

The rug sits perpendicular to the bed, covering the area under the lower two-thirds of the mattress and extending toward the foot. 

Its 160 cm extension beyond the bed allows for a soft step when getting up, even in narrow rooms.

For single beds (90–120 cm), the rug naturally enlarges the visual footprint of the bed and keeps the composition centered.

For wider beds (140 cm), the same rug still works harmoniously, offering enough side reveal to balance the proportions of the furniture.

LAYERS tip

A smaller rug can still make a strong design statement — it’s all about balance and proportion.

Center it with care, let the textures speak, and pair it with light, natural tones to enhance the feeling of space and serenity.