Designer Tastes

10/11/2026

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Designers are embracing vibrant, color-enriched shelving for a high-impact look that can transform a room just as much as painting your walls.

10/03/2026

Always love pumpkin 🎃 season

10/03/2026

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Set the stage for a picture-perfect fall with our favorite ways to use pumpkins as decor.

09/18/2026

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September 26 – 28, 2026Metropolitan Pavilion The Altman Building The leading annual trade fair for high-end rug brands, hosted by COVER magazine, in Manhattan  REGISTER NOW September 26–28, 2026 About Following the success of the past five editions of COVER Connect New York, the annual boutique...

09/15/2026

Before cleaning a Navajo blanket or rug, take a moment to listen to its colors. Natural brown, black, gray and white may reflect the original shades of Navajo-Churro wool, while indigo blue and rich red can reveal stories of trade, scarcity and remarkable creative skill. Color is not merely decoration in Diné weaving—it may carry connections to the landscape, sacred directions, cultural identity and the individual vision of the weaver.

For carpet and rug-cleaning professionals, understanding that story matters. Thoughtful color testing, gentle cleaning methods and respect for natural and early dyes help protect more than wool, they preserve history. Read my latest Salonista Says article and subscribe for more stories from beneath our feet: https://substack.com//note/c-337697654?utm_source=notes-share-action&r=5eerf

09/08/2026

Salonista Says: Fall Begins from the Floor Up
As summer slips into fall, our homes begin to feel different. The doors open to cooler evenings, friends gather around the table, and the living room once again becomes a place for conversation, comfort, and connection. Before the first cozy get-together arrives, take a fresh look at the surface beneath it all: your floors.
Flooring sets the mood long before the candles are lit or dinner is served. Warm wood tones can make a room feel inviting, a soft carpet adds comfort underfoot, and the right area rug can bring color, culture, and personality into a space. Yet choosing from a small sample is not always easy. A color that looks perfect in the showroom may appear entirely different beside your cabinets, furniture, or changing natural light.
That is where personal design guidance matters. In my work as a flooring advisor at Metro Flooring—and through years spent studying interiors, textiles, color, and handmade rugs. I help clients look beyond what is fashionable and find what truly belongs in their homes. The best floor must be beautiful, but it should also suit the way you live, entertain, and care for your space.
Today, a touch of AI can make that decision easier. A simple digital visualization can help you see a flooring option in your own room before making the investment. Technology may provide the preview, but understanding color, proportion, materials, and the people who will live with the choice still requires a human eye.
This fall, give your home a thoughtful look before welcoming guests. You may not need to change everything. Sometimes a new rug, a warmer floor, or a little expert guidance is enough to make you fall in love with your home all over again.
Salonista Cynthia Kosciuczyk is a flooring advisor, handmade-rug expert, designer, and writer helping San Diego homeowners create rooms with beauty, comfort, and a story.