High-end rug exhibitors at CCLV showcased a range of colorful designs alongside trending neutrals.
 
LAS VEGAS – COVER Connect celebrated the fourth anniversary of its Las Vegas edition with a curated selection of luxury area rug and broadloom exhibitors showcasing their artistic best at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center from Jan. 27-29, 2026.

Situated amid broadloom producers of The International Surfaces Event (TISE) including a select group marketed as the Wool Pavilion, COVER Connect Las Vegas (CCLV) exhibitors brought an air of exclusivity in contrast to more moderately priced products outside the CCLV spaces.


Sumptuous fibers, innovative techniques and rare finds were on show at COVER Connect Las Vegas. Pictured is a detail
of Tamarian's Pemova rug.

The eleven CoverConnect exhibitors represent a coterie of international brands showcasing some of the highest-quality traditional, transitional and contemporary rugs on the market today—from designer pieces to one-of-a-kind and antique rugs—the perfect accompaniment to the other types of carpet and flooring offered by exhibitors at The International Surfaces Event. What's more, three exhibitors (Cella Carpet, Design Materials and Momeni) presented their latest cut-and-sew and broadloom designer-driven options for the high-end market (read RugNews.com's broadloom report here).

Follow along with RugNews.com on the hunt for the newest designer rugs.

ELIKO RUG GALLERY


Eliko Rug Gallery a source for antique rugs showcased an antique Serapi (100541) from 1880s Persia.

"Our specialty is antiques,” said Liz Stuard of Eliko Rug Gallery, “buyers are coming to our booth specifically for this.” To that point, a prominently displayed Antique Serapi, circa 1880s Persia, caught shoppers’ eyes for its exceptional color and condition. Alongside masterpieces including antique Heriz, Mahal, Malyar and Oushak rugs, Eliko featured its custom rug program of bespoke designs and colors.

FRENCH ACCENTS


French Accents’ popular Retro Classic collection's Bijar design scored with Vegas shoppers.

French Accents showcased its broad array of design styles including traditional, transitional and artful contemporary carpets at its fourth presentation at CCLV. “We do every category, but our traditional rugs are very strong,” said Danny Shafian, founder. The company is known for high-quality hand-knotted carpets catering to interior designers.

Among the favorites on show were a new Retro Classic Bijar and at the other end of the design spectrum a color coordinating Mid-Century modern grid motif, both illustrating the company’s commitment to classical aesthetics and craftsmanship.


A designer favorite is the Mid-Century modern Straton design from French Accents.

MOMENI


Momeni captivates CCLV shoppers with its curated one-of-a-kinds. Shown on stack is the Galaxy rug.

Among the first rug importers to create a broadloom division, Reza Momeni spoke with RugNews at CCLV, noting that “Broadloom is doing very well – especially our Claremont in copper and light colors, and Oasis broadloom in chocolate brown in wool and nylon (it’s so hot)!” Momeni explained that the customers are choosing broadloom more often for custom-sized rugs, although wall-to-wall represents a significant percent of the division’s sales.

In an expanded booth for the fourth edition, the company also presented a select group of one-of-a-kind area rugs, most hand-knotted of wool and viscose, proved another big attraction for CCLV, especially for West Coast shoppers looking for instant gratification and pre-tariff prices.


Momeni's textured Oasis collection was a big winner with CCLV attendees for its go anywhere styling and lush hand.

OLKER RUGS


Olker Rugs presents its latest Afghan production, crafted of Afghan wool free of dyes and toxins, with a subtle intricate
patterns.

Brothers Adnan and Noman Nasim focus on luxury rugs of myriad qualities from flatweaves to Tabriz and from updated traditional to contemporary. “We use Ghazni wool exclusively, and we get our pick of the best quality – there are different grades." Popular at the show were Olker's latest textured abstract design in warm camel, an updated floral motif inspired by a Mamluk pattern and a Karakol design.

PAMPAS LEATHER


A cowhide rug called Long Play showed off the creative talents at Pampas Leather.

A show-stopping cowhide rug with appliqued “long playing records” grabbed the attention of TISE shoppers with the company using a selection of natural hide colors plus some elements dyed in rust for contrast.

Pampas Leather is a family company that has been in business since 1944 in Spain and Argentina, and offers wool, sheepskin, leather, cowhide, fur and more. The company, whose tannery is in Argentina, is vertically integrated from the raw material to the final product.

PARVIZ ORIENTAL RUGS


Parviz Oriental debuted at COVER Connect showcasing its one-of-a-kinds with Oushak styles remaining a favorite with
designers.

Owner and founder Parviz Beikzadeh brought outstanding examples of his company’s craftsmanship to CCLV, noting that customers are favoring one-of-a-kinds that are made-to-order such as a Sultanabad on show, which is hand-knotted in Afghanistan of 100 percent wool, and a pink and blue Oushak shaved to highlight its pink tones. The second-generation family-run business offers vintage as well as new rugs, all informed by their Iranian roots, skill and heritage.

SAMAD


Samad featured its growing collaboration with ABC Italia highlighting its newest Taimany collection designs, shown hanging,
and its new Arcobaleno Kilims, also in collaboration with ABC Italia, on the floor.

At COVER Connect Las Vegas, Samad unveiled an all-new selection of vibrant one-of-a-kind Afghan rugs from the Taimany collection made in collaboration with ABC Italia. These rugs are woven in Afghanistan using Ghazni wool. “ABC from Italy has brought the fun back to the rug business,” said David Samad, noting that many sold at CCLV. About his company’s collaboration with ABC, he said: “They’re happy and we’re happy. ABC is very prominent in Europe, but they don’t have a footprint in the U.S. This partnership is a mutual first; we’ve had tremendous success on one-of-a-kinds,” he explained.

Also on show, the popular Teddy Sumner Caspian collection, the Billie Jean rug from the Rhythm collection and floral designs from the Botanical Garden collection. Samad Rugs’ popular Nordic collection embodies the ages-old concept of sophistication through simplicity. The Natural Ivory and Natural Black colorways use 100 percent natural, un-dyed yarn, offering a modern spin on traditional rug making.


Samad debuts new Billie Jean design in directional colors growing its Rhythm collection.

TAMARIAN


Tamarian’s Pemova abstract textural rug in natural and rust showcases a number of textures woven of wool and silk.

Statement rugs stole were the showstoppers for Tamarian, including a series of dramatic tiger runners -- a bestseller -- and peacock rug in bold fashion colors illustrating the company’s curated custom program. Tamarian continues to be the largest importer of Tibetan rugs to the US by maintaining a commitment to integrity and beauty in the high-end market, pushing the envelope with weaving techniques and design.
To that point, the company displayed its Pemova abstract rug in natural and rust to demonstrate its broad range of techniques. It is hand-knotted of 70 percent wool/30 percent silk in Nepal.


A favorite with Tamarian customers are its cheery interpretations of a classic Nepalese tiger design.

TURQUOISE MOUNTAIN


Several new introductions, including Khotan #6, rolled out at Turquoise Mountain's booth.
 
From restoring 150+ historic buildings to training over 15,000 artisans, Turquoise Mountain has been reviving heritage and empowering artisans across Afghanistan, Myanmar, and the Middle East since 2006. New for 2026, its Khotan and Donegal collections strike harmonic style notes delivering transitional looks for characterful homes.


A Turquoise Mountain contemporary tiger design stopped CCLV attendees in their tracks. 

WOOL & SILK


The Pomegranate Tulip rug from Wool and Silk features a wool ground and cut pile in silk for luminous accents.

Wool & Silk’s beautiful, colorful works of carpet art are often influenced by nature and its latest additions included new colorations of a popular contemporary floral. The Pomegranate Tulip rug took center stage hanging in the fashion-right spice colorway, with new colors displayed on the show floor. A compilation of pomegranates, tulips and stylized blossoms, this design carries the feeling of an ornamental garden rendered into woven form.


Wool & Silks Pomegranate Tulip design added fresh colorways for winter shoppers.