Rez Kilim
“Rez Kilim” is an ambitious contemporary collection of custom flatweaves with a unique inspiration from classics. The full collection of area rugs, oversized rugs, runners, scatter rugs and samples is underscored by a modern take on the classic panel-weaving technique—a time-honored craft in Persian, Turkish, Oriental and tribal Kilims and Jajims by which weavers with limited means and materials wove longer, narrow strips of flatweave and combined them larger room-size rugs.
The construction lends an almost ribbed look and feel to its texture, and a heavier body than normal flatweaves much like that of our Scandinavian Collection—less prone to buckling and shifting under foot traffic and heavy furniture. There’s an impressive range of colors, too, ranging from more minimalist works of cool, light tones and neutrals to some of the most unexpected, playful combinations for bold and bright projects in kind. Each piece is inherently unique, with the personal look of patchwork and rag rug designs in a comfortable, cozy fashion for today.
- Under 6 x 9
- Runners
- 6 x 9
- 8 x 10
- 9 x 12
- 10 x 14
- 12 x 15
- Over 12 x 15
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Stories from the Rez Kilim Archive
Essays, artist dialogues, and provenance notes drawn from Rug & Kilim’s editorial desk.
Vintage Andean Frazada Kilim and the Three Thousand Years of Living Memory Held in Its Weave
The most sophisticated rooms in America are being furnished, increasingly, with an object its makers never intended to sell. The Andean frazada, a handwoven kilim produced for centuries in the high villages of Peru and Bolivia for one reason only, to survive the cold, has become one of the most quietly coveted textiles in contemporary design. Collectors who could specify anything are choosing these. The reason has nothing to do with trend, and everything to do with what a frazada actually is. To understand a frazada, you must first understand the altitude. Above four thousand meters in the Andes, higher than any peak in the contiguous United States, in air so thin that newcomers move slowly and sleep poorly for days, the cold is not a season. It is a constant. It arrives every night, regardless of the calendar, and it has arrived every night for as long as people have lived in these mountains. The frazada was the answer to that cold: a thick, dense, hand-woven wool blanket, made not for sale, not for export, not for the floors of distant apartments, but for survival. For warmth. For the bed of a family that would not otherwise make it through the dark.
Read the FeatureA Rug & Kilim Perspective on Boutique Hospitality, Hotels, and the Art of Living Well
ICONIC... The celebrity duo Rihanna and A$AP Rocky behind some of fashion and music's most recognized moments open up to W magazine with a backdrop to die for. Sitting in one of the luxury suites at the momentous Mercer Hotel in SoHo NYC is an antique Persian rug by the Rug & Kilim Collection. There are interiors that impress, and there are interiors that endure. The latter; quietly commanding, intellectually composed, are rarely the result of singular gestures. It is intellectual, atmospheric, and deeply material. From the restrained grandeur of Mayfair to the cinematic restraint of Avenue Montaigne, from the private villas of Lake Como to the upper floors of Central Park South, and from Claridge’s, to the villas of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, or in the rarefied interiors of Aman Tokyo; spaces where luxury is not declared, but resolved.
Read the FeatureRugs and Kilims in Conversation with Design Icons of Ponti, Le Corbusier, and Wegner
The Poet Sofa displayed at the Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition in 1941. Few relationships in design are as delicate—and as decisive—as the one between rugs and iconic furniture. A Gio Ponti table, a Le Corbusier sofa, or a Hans Wegner chair is, in itself, a statement: an object of sculptural clarity and historic weight. Place such a piece on the wrong rug, however, and the dialogue falters. Proportion, materiality, and geometry can easily slip into competition rather than harmony. But when curated with care, rugs do not simply support these icons; they activate them, creating a layered conversation where textile and form enhance one another.
Read the FeatureThe Modern Kilim Renaissance: Styling Rez Kilims in Contemporary Interiors
To collectors and designers prioritising quiet luxury, natural textures, and cultural storytelling, the Rez Kilim emerges as a textile that speaks the language of architecture. Drawing from the ancient tradition of Iranian flatweaves yet boldly reimagined with modern techniques, Rez Kilims are being embraced not just as rugs, but as transformative design statements for the contemporary home. At the intersection of Iranian kilim design history and modern minimalism, these kilims embody both heritage and innovation—making them a favorite for stylists and architects alike. From Scandinavian-inspired lofts to Japandi sanctuaries and museum-like residences, the Rez Kilim is redefining how we think about woven textiles in interior architecture.
Read the FeatureRug & Kilim’s Featured Projects of 2024
As a new year begins and Rug & Kilim looks back at the many works that shaped our portfolio in 2024, we highlight 12 projects that stand apart for their singular vision, as well as three particularly special commissions that merit recognition for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in contemporary textile arts. Through these 12 twelve months of remarkable collaborations, we've witnessed how textile arts can transform spaces while honoring their inherent character. From Tribeca lofts to English country houses, from Miami's oceanfront to Manhattan's historic townhouses, each project demonstrates that exceptional design transcends mere decoration to become an essential narrative element.
Read the Feature“How Much is a Rug Worth ?” Rug & Kilim Professional Rug Appraisal Services
Determining the value of an Oriental rug involves a meticulous and specialized process, and at Rug & Kilim, we are dedicated to providing you with a comprehensive understanding of a rug's worth. Our experienced team is committed to educating, whether or not the rugs were originally acquired from us. At Rug & Kilim, we offer appraisal services for antique, vintage, contemporary modern, and rugs of indeterminate origin. Our senior analysis team, along with Jahanshah Nazmiyal's decades of experience, ensures a thorough inspection of your piece. Whether for repair evaluation, insurance consultation, or luxury trade insight, we encourage both novices and industry veterans to engage with our team, fostering a deeper understanding of their prized rugs.
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