Guide
Persian rug or
Moroccan rug?
Both are hand knotted, both last for generations. But they come from very different worlds. An honest comparison to help you find the rug that fits your home.
01Comparison
The difference at a glance.
| Persian rug | Moroccan rug | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Iran | Morocco, Atlas mountains |
| Knotted by | Often workshops following a design | Amazigh women, freely without a design |
| Pattern | Ornaments, flowers, medallions, symmetrical | Diamonds, lines, signs, free and asymmetrical |
| Feel | Classic, formal, traditional | Modern, graphic, calm or bold |
| Pile | Mostly short and very dense | From flat to high and soft (Beni Ourain) |
| Works with | Classic and traditional interiors | Mid century, Scandinavian, concrete, wood, old buildings |
| One of a kind | Sometimes | Always |
02Our view
For modern homes.
A Persian rug is beautiful if you want a classic room. If your home is more mid century, Scandinavian or minimal, a vintage Moroccan rug usually feels more natural: calmer, more graphic, and every sign tells the story of its weaver. That is exactly why Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright placed them in their houses.
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