# Modernist Rug Accessories The Blue Block Rug from CB2 Resembles a Mark Rothko Painting By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-05-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/block-rug References: [cb2](http://www.cb2.com/new-rugs-and-pillows/new/blue-block-rug/f9574) & [cb2](http://www.cb2.com/new-rugs-and-pillows) Brooklyn-based designer Aelfie Oudghiri created this blue block rug for home retailer CB2. The soft and hand-loomed carpet makes a bold visual statement and resembles one of artist Mark Rothko's painted masterpieces. The Russian artist is known for his linear and color-blocked works that were a part of the abstract-expressionism movement. This geometric rug is a nod to Rothko's memorable paintings and is made by layering a gradient of blue shades atop one another. Made in India, the wool and cotton blue block rug from CB2 adds a touch of color to minimalist spaces that are in need to a visual boost. The piece is available in two sizes, a smaller that measures 5' x 8' and a larger that measures 8' x 10'. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geometric Rugs:** The rise of geometric rugs presents an opportunity for designers and manufacturers to create bold and visually striking pieces. - **Abstract-expressionism Inspired Design:** Designers can explore the use of color-blocking and linear patterns inspired by abstract-expressionist artwork, creating unique and artistic products. - **Minimalist Home Decor:** The demand for minimalist home decor opens up opportunities for creating accessories that provide visual interest and color accents to minimalist spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can experiment with geometric rug designs and abstract-expressionism inspired elements to create visually captivating spaces. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers can invest in the production of geometric rugs and explore the use of gradient color schemes to appeal to customers seeking unique decor. - **Home Furnishing Retail:** Home furnishing retailers can capitalize on the demand for minimalist decor by offering a variety of geometric rugs that add visual interest to minimalist spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Abstract Rug Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstraction-collection.md) - [Season-Inspired Rug Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-rug-range.md) - [Luxurious Handwoven Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crate-barrel.md) - [Oil Painting-Inspired Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antonio-santn.md) - [Artful Washable Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruggable-x-keith-haring.md) - [Artistic Gen Alpha Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moooi-carpets.md) - [Mesmerizing Artful Patterned Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electtrico-collection.md) - [Flower-Inspired Vibrant Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espressionismo-floreale.md) - [Art Deco-Inspired Collaborative Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonathan-adler.md)