We have been changing our great room from oranges and reds to blues (on the advice of an artist friend who pointed out that blues "feel" cooler, particularly in our desert climate), and have found that rugs are the easiest and most economical way to do it. (Paintings are expensive!)

This rug is our favorite of the four new ones we purchased. I have it four stars only because, obviously, it is not a handmade, wool rug. But I doubt any of our guests will notice. It's a beautiful patter and is big enough to hold our entire dining room table and eight chairs!