home décor French inspiration For some of us, nothing will do except real wood. We love the natural appearance and the sound our footsteps make on it. Devon & Devon, a Florence, Italy, company, has a reputation for looking to the past for inspiration. The company’s 2013 introductions go further and are using reclaimed oak beams salvaged from vintage homes. These floors can instantly age a South Florida home with their color variations, cracks and knots that add character. French herringbone is made from old French parquet and created with beveled edges in a traditional pattern. Versailles is made of old oak and takes its design from a floor in the Palace of Versailles. Prices upon request. Available at Farrey’s North Miami, 1850 NE 146th St., North Miami, 33181, 305-947-5451, www.farreys.com. Contemporary chic Even those who want neutral design can add spice and texture with Materico, a hand-crafted and moth-proofed rug made of fine quality wool in subtle tones of taupes and French grays. It comes in three sizes – 55 by 78 inches for $915, 66 by 94 inches for $1,335 and 78 by 118 inches for $1,962. Available at Concepto Modern Living, 2754 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 33306, 954-306-2052, www.conceptofurniture.com. Micah masterpiece For those who love more of an ethnic twist, this traditional ikat print rug with its soft blues, golds and greens is a perfect inspiration piece to build a room around. Keep the upholstery neutral and use the rug colors in throw pillows and other accessories. The 5 by 7 foot, 6 inch rug is $299.95 and the 8 by 10 foot, 11 inch rug is $699.95. Pattern varies by size. Available at www.zgallerie.com.
Faux wood Sometimes what we really want is the look of wood without the maintenance. Truman, designed by Sara Baldwin for New Ravenna Mosaics, is marble with a design cut by a water jet. It was inspired by 17th century parquetry wood floors in a technique originally created for the Palace of Versailles. Truman can be used inside and out, for walls as well as floors. Suggested retail is $52 a square foot. Available at Ceramic Matrix, 3308 45th St., West Palm Beach, 33407, 561-681-6810, www.ceramicmatrix.com.
Shag nostalgia This time around shag rugs are more varied and sophisticated than they were in the 1970s. Creative Accents, a company that has been handcrafting custom area rugs for 50 years, offers a textural solution to pair with the sleekness out of leather furniture. Prices vary on customization. Available at Sklar Furnishings, 6300 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 33487, 561-862-0800, www.sklarfurnishings.com.
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