One of the peculiar customs in the Americana field is the inclusion of Oriental carpets in sales of Colonial furniture, ceramics and silver. Such carpets are also displayed over tables and on floors ...

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Over the last couple of years, interior design trends have changed dramatically. Cooler tones and stark, institutional-leaning interiors have given way to warmer and much more welcoming environments.