Zebras leaping, cheetahs prancing, and animal print galore – that's just what's in store for us in Ruggable's latest collaboration with heritage textile brand, Scalamandré.
Having been a force in the design industry for nearly a century, Scalamandré is well known for its textile styles – its iconic prints and expressive motifs can imbue any room with elevated, maximalist energy. Now, thanks to the brand's recent collaboration with rug trend setters, Ruggable, we can get the same energy for our floors.
According to Ruggable's VP of Global Design Maria O’Brien, the team wanted to celebrate Scalamandré's design legacy and the rich history of their patterns with this collection. 'Our in-house design team focused on how to best showcase these iconic motifs on the floor: honoring their original scale, detail, and personality while thoughtfully adapting them to the unique canvas of our all-in-one rugs,' Maria explains. 'Certain animal prints and heritage patterns naturally stood out because they’re so expressive and recognizable; our role was to translate that character into rug designs that feel intentional and eye-catching, but also practical and timeless.'
With current interior design trends turning away from the refined, minimalist styles of the past to adopt more expressive, characterful, and maximalist looks, vibrant patterns are more desirable than ever. And, this collection has lots to choose from.
'Pattern is one of the easiest ways to introduce that sense of character, and rugs are a powerful starting point because they can seamlessly transform or anchor a room,' Maria says. 'This collection gives people permission to be bolder with their design choices while knowing the pieces are still practical enough to live with year-round.'
Within the collection, you'll find some of Scalamandré's most iconic motifs, prints, and patterns reimagined for the floor – including the brand's unmistakable Leaping Cheetah and Zebra prints. These rug styles, with their lively animal motifs, invite a strong sense of character, a refined sense of elegance, and a hint of playful energy to any room.
If you want to decorate your home with animal print, this collection has plenty of styles that can help you do that, too. The Tigre rug, for instance, is an ultra luxe option with its black and gold tiger print. It would make an excellent area rug for a maximalist living room. So could the Panthera rug, with its cheetah print interior and solid-colored border.
And, as with all Ruggable rugs, they're designed for real life – not just for show. 'With Ruggable's Tufted All-in-One construction, these iconic patterns finally meet the practicality families need: washable, durable, and comfortable underfoot, without compromising style,' Maria explains. If you think these beautiful rug styles won't be able to handle your busy home, think again. They were made to take on high-traffic zones and inevitable messes while maintaining their desirable looks.
'These rugs are a transformation tool,' Maria muses, 'designed for anyone looking to tie their room together with one standout, statement piece. They bring personality and joy back into the rooms we use every day, whether that’s a sophisticated living space or a child’s play area bursting with color and energy.'
For nearly a century, Scalamandré's iconic prints have aided in creating homes that look confidently stylish, feel energetic and fresh, and are anything but boring. And with this Ruggable collaboration, the brand will continue to do just that – starting on your floor.
If you're eager to bring this look home, you can shop the entire collection, below.
Shop the Ruggable x Scalamandré Collection
The Zebra print is one of Scalamandré's most iconic motifs. Here, it's complemented with a vibrant red background and a checker-printed border –two features that enhance the rug's bold look. Available in several different sizes, this rug can become the statement feature of any room.
There's something so sumptuous about this all-over tiger print rug – it can bring luxe, energetic energy to any room in which it's styled. Since it's available in a runner size, consider this rug for a hallway – it can easily enliven the atmosphere of the transitional space.
Even though this rug is just as expressive as the others in this collection, it feels a bit more relaxed and refined. That's probably because of its soft color scheme, consisting of olive green and light beige. If you want to dip your toes into the world of wonders that maximalism has to offer, this is the rug for you.
The contrast between the gold zebras and the black background on this rug makes for a strikingly beautiful design. Its a rug style that immediately captures your attention and can ground any room with drama and opulence. Plus, its undulating tan border acts as a stylish frame that adds visual appeal.
Because of its rather neutral color scheme, this rug is a bit more subdued than the rest. However, that's not to say it isn't equally as appealing. In fact, its cheetah print interior makes its design lively and eye-catching. If you're looking for a new living room rug to add some personality to the space, consider this one.
With its dark tones, this rug can add drama and depth to any room, along with some personality, thanks to those leaping zebras. Plus, this version of the zebra rug features a unique border with repetitive, triangular motifs – a charming touch to the rug's overall design.
While its jumping cheetahs add some movement and energy, this rug's muted color scheme keeps it calm and relaxing. I'd consider it the perfect rug for a cozy bedroom – it's not too bold or busy, but adds just the right amount of character.
From the varying shades of blue and green on its border to the browns that make up its cheetah print interior, this rug's color combination is one that's certainly alluring. Because of its geometric outline and defined zones, this rug design would look equally as stunning in other sizes – a runner, a doormat, or even a circular rug.
