What happens when you mash up age-old tapestry and rug techniques with the worlds of avant-guard fashion, tattoo art and sculpture? The rugs making up this year’s edition of IKEA Art Event offer eight different answers – and eight very different ways to personalise your space.

“These are rugs that will become exclamation marks in the home, whether you walk all over them, hang them on a wall or make them your own any other way”, says Henrik Most, Creative Leader for the upcoming collection.

He is happy with the variety of expressions which he hopes will appeal to many:

“Looking back, rugs have a long tradition of being perceived as art rather than something we primarily choose for their function. This collection gave us the opportunity to explore the traditions and place them in a modern context.”

A closer look at each rug reveals great craftsmanship. All are handmade in wool and natural materials. That means that no two are completely identical.

“There are tiny, natural imperfections that give each one a unique expression”, says Henrik.