This week in COVER News: Nourison Hospitality’s award recognition, ICFF’s move to November, Liberty Oriental Carpets’ departure, a preview of this year’s 3daysofdesign and a teaser for COVER 83
Market Updates
COVER Weekly News: The Latest in Design, Craft & Industry
This week in COVER Weekly News, we highlight new showroom openings, leadership appointments and upcoming exhibitions at Venice Biennale and London Craft Week 2026
AI in the Rug Industry: Caution & Questions
At a time when AI is under scrutiny, not least for its role in global conflict, this feature from COVER 82 turns to the rug community, exploring its cautious approach to the new era of technology and what it might mean for its future
Milla Novo places Ancestral Whispers in an Alpine landscape
Artist Milla Novo reimagines her immersive textile installation Ancestral Whispers within an Alpine snowfield, where vibrant hand-knotted macramé contrasts with the stark mountain landscape
OBEETEE launches their new London Design Centre Showroom
More than 100 years since it was founded, OBEETEE has returned to its British roots with the opening of its first permanent London showroom
Which way forward? – A report on the US rug marketÂ
Rachel Fasciani seeks guidance on essential informed strategies from significant figures within the rug industry during an increasing complex market
COVER Connect Las Vegas 2026: Exhibitor highlights and reviews
Exhibitors reported strong engagement and positive results as COVER Connect Las Vegas returned to tise for its fourth edition
Premium rugs on show at Las Vegas Market 2026
Numerous great rug collections were unveiled at Las Vegas Market 2026. Here we offer the lowdown
Opening the Doors to a New Era at Teppich Jordan
German rug retail brand Teppich Jordan welcomes COVER Editor Lucy Upward to it’s recently refurbished showroom Jordan Campus









