Spotlight On Importers/Designers
Doug Mantegna
When people first see the simple but unusual rug designs that characterize Inunoo Inuit Carpets, their first question is “What does Inunoo mean?” The answer, says founder Doug Mantegna, explains the deep significance of the rugs and his own mission to introduce Inuit art to a larger public via a new medium. Doug explains that in the language of Canada’s northern Inuit, inunoo means “of the people” and each rug design, created by a significant contemporary Inuit artist, speaks of Inuit cultural values. “Those values—concern and care for the earth—fall right in line with everything GoodWeave® supports,” Doug says.
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Jack and Merikay Green
When Dallas-based Interior Resources opened over 35 years ago, it was solely a commercial contract flooring company. Eight years later, owners Jack and Merikay Green restructured their business into a design trade flooring showroom. Since then, they have developed into a highly respected designer resource for exclusive carpet and rug lines.
Learn More »Rug Buying Tips
Modern or traditional? Hand-knotted or flat-weave? Natural or synthetic dyes? Purchasing a handmade rug can seem daunting at first. But with a little expert guidance, you'll be able to find the perfect rug for your style, budget and values.
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