apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time


Tjep Relaxation Room

072308tjep-rugwall.jpgHere's an interesting idea of using rugs not only for flooring, but also continuously all the way up the walls (and in this case, seating) in a room. The effect is dramatic and cozy; the room's acoustics must be perfect for intimate conversation...and perhaps more.

 
 

072308tjep-rugwall2.jpgDesigned by Tjep for skincare company ROC, the "protective shelter" is a large box with a garage door like opening, with built-in seating for relaxation. The contrast between the stark white structure and its traditional ornate interior makes this a dream poolside cabana. And we especially like how you can see people's legs peeking out from underneath.

Tags

Look!, rug, Tjep

Related Links

Share

Comments (10)

I dunno, I'm not feeling these rugs. Seems like they would have something more interesting inside.

posted by Dia De Los DIY on 2008-07-23 19:17:43
view Dia De Los DIY's profile

that would be unbelievable by a pool

posted by hanako66 on 2008-07-23 19:27:42
view hanako66's profile

Not crazy about how this looks.

posted by suzy8track on 2008-07-23 19:36:51
view suzy8track's profile

Those people don't look very relaxed...

posted by littlebrownbird on 2008-07-23 19:38:51
view littlebrownbird's profile

Seems like it'd be dark, dank, and kinda smelly.

posted by kellylc on 2008-07-23 19:53:48
view kellylc's profile

I'm wheezing at the though of the dust and fibers that would be in such a place.

posted by Kinky Gazpacho on 2008-07-23 20:39:35
view Kinky Gazpacho's profile

I can barely afford furniture as it is...now people are covering theirs in oriental rugs? Ouch. I think it could lead to a cool design but I'm not digging the look with these ones.

posted by kollros on 2008-07-23 21:11:23
view kollros's profile

Yeah, it is a bit much but there is a fabulous restaurant in m 'hood (Vancouver, Canada) that has mounted beautiful rugs on the walls and has one wall completely texturized. I asked the owner how he did it and he said he got some hay (!!) and mixed it with the paint ... whatever the technique it looks sooooo cool. Plus, they serve the best roti and chai shakes! :)

www.chicdecor.wordpress.com

posted by chicdecor on 2008-07-24 03:29:58
view chicdecor's profile

When my parents used to live in a village, they did not have any furniture and they had turkish rugs all over the house, like the picture above. They were primarily red and all hand made. When they took me to their village years ago, I did not like that idea but now I wish I had something like this that would remind me my place of origin.

posted by New York Muhtari on 2008-07-24 06:40:18
view New York Muhtari's profile

Interesting idea, ugly execution.

posted by Taureg on 2008-07-24 20:56:47
view Taureg's profile