Choose Rugs That Spark Joy and Personal Expression
In a world increasingly focused on wellness and emotional well-being, dopamine decor has emerged as more than just a fleeting trend – it’s a lifestyle choice. Rooted in the desire to bring joy, comfort, and personality into our everyday environments, dopamine decor leverages color, texture, and sentiment to uplift the spirit. And what better way to embrace this than through the expressive power of colorful rugs?
Whether revamping a single room or rethinking your entire home, dopamine decor encourages you to start with what feels joyful and authentic. In the words of Angus Buchanan, founder of Buchanan Studio, “People are craving character and optimism in their spaces, something that carries an emotional connection for them”.
Let’s explore five ways to use colorful rugs, especially those from Tapis Studio, to transform your interiors into vibrant, mood-boosting sanctuaries.
1. Start with One Joyful Piece
Angus Buchanan advises: “A joyful space doesn’t need to shout, it just needs to feel lived-in, authentic and personal.” Start by selecting one colorful rug that immediately lifts your mood. Whether it’s the vibrant geometrics or painterly strokes of a Tapis Studio piece, this rug can become your design anchor.
The idea is not to decorate but to curate a feeling. A rug with radiant yellow, coral, or teal tones can infuse a room with sunny optimism and serve as a springboard for surrounding decor.
Tip: Choose a rug that speaks to a memory or emotion—something you’d want to live with for years. That’s the difference between dopamine decor and fleeting trends.
2. Use Color Psychology to Craft Emotional Zones
Color is more than visual—it’s visceral. In dopamine decor, hues are chosen not just for aesthetics but also for the emotional energy they evoke.
Interior designer Marta de la Rica, known for her joyful compositions, loves using color to evoke emotion: “I love bringing [dopamine decor] into a space through joyful color combinations—especially unexpected pairings like mustard yellow with dusty pink, or terracotta with a splash of Klein blue.”
Tapis Studio offers bold yet balanced rugs that align with this philosophy. Think warm sunset tones for relaxation zones, or vibrant multi-colored abstracts to inspire creativity in workspaces.
Tip: Use rugs to define emotional zones in your home—blue and green for calm corners, red and yellow for energy hubs.
3. Layer, Mix, and Match for Texture and Depth
According to de la Rica, “Layering textures, mixing vintage finds with contemporary design, and always leaving space for something playful” brings warmth and personality to a room.
Rugs are an ideal medium for this. Layer a small, richly patterned Tapis Studio rug over a neutral sisal or jute base to create depth and tactile variety. Or combine different rug shapes—a circular motif over a rectangular base—to disrupt the expected and inject playfulness.
Tip: Combine an old and new pair of vintage coffee tables with a modern, bright rug to add surprise and dimension.
4. Let Rugs Tell a Story (And Reflect Your Own)
Dopamine decor is deeply personal. Lauren Geremia of Geremia Design says, “Design should be something intrinsic to your character, history and associations—it should make you smile.”
Let the story show whether it’s a rug that reminds you of a childhood trip or one that includes cultural patterns from your heritage. Tapis Studio’s collections include hand-tufted and digitally printed pieces that often feel like modern art you can walk on.
Tip: Include rugs with symbolic meaning, custom artwork, or narrative patterns that reflect who you are.
5. Bring in the Art of Surprise
Dopamine decor thrives on the unexpected. “We love to get the whole family involved!” says Geremia. “The result is often surprising and fresh, sparks a lot of happiness, and feels especially personal.”
Incorporate rugs with unexpected details—maybe a pop of neon pink in an otherwise muted palette or a design that mimics abstract art. These design twists awaken curiosity and invite joy.
Tapis Studio excels at creating rugs that feel both intentional and playful—perfect for the surprise elements that dopamine decor is known for.
Tip: Add a small, punchy rug in a hallway or reading nook where it’s least expected. It’ll create a mini moment of delight.
Why Tapis Studio Is Made for Dopamine Decor
Tapis Studio’s curated collections align perfectly with dopamine decor’s core principles: color, emotion, and story. Their rugs don’t just decorate; they activate—your creativity, your joy, and your individuality.
From vivid primary color palettes to expressive, hand-crafted textures, each rug becomes an artwork in its own right—one that speaks to the soul of your space.
Design with Feeling, Not Just Style
At its heart, dopamine decor isn’t about matching colors or copying Pinterest boards. As de la Rica suggests, it’s about asking yourself: What brings you joy?
Let that emotion guide you, whether it’s a rug, a print, or a family drawing pinned to the wall. In doing so, you’re not just decorating a house—designing happiness.
Ready to embrace dopamine decor? Start with a colorful rug from Tapis Studio, and let your interior reflect the most joyful version of you.
At TAPIS Studio, dopamine decor is more than a trend—it’s a design philosophy rooted in emotional connection and interior joy. Each colorful rug is crafted as a vibrant expression of personality, bringing aesthetic beauty and emotional resonance into your space. Whether you’re looking to amplify bold styling or add warmth to a minimalist room, TAPIS Studio’s rugs offer a perfect blend of visual impact and emotional design. Explore the collection to find the piece that brings happiness to your home—and tells your unique story.
Source: net-a-porter.com
