The 12 best round rugs - a designer's secret weapon to create relaxed and welcoming rooms

An elegant, industrially styled round rug with an abstract watercolor pattern in a blend of cool tones. The rug is made from machine-woven polypropylene pile so it is tough yet soft underfoot. 

I like the color of this rug that would look perfect in a calming scheme. Jute rugs are a minimalist's secret, and this is made from handwoven jute in dark blue, working to zone a small space.

This is a bargain buy, with mixed high and low pile giving it depth and texture. I like it in the light pink version, which could work for a stylish nursery bedroom in need of a bit of character.

I like the deep maroon coloring of this living room rug, with a thick black border to add some drama. It's slightly irregular, which adds interest, and would look great under a small coffee table in a living area.

I enjoy this black and ivory style rug from Jonathan Adler for Ruggable. Available in two styles, the monochrome stripes make a statement underfoot.

If you're looking for more of a Persian style, this round patterned piece can bring the faux-Persian style to your room and might bring a bit of color and pattern to your home.

I like the pale grey coloring of this rug which is meant to mimic the shape of a stone. The rug is available in an array of natural colors, sizes, and shapes to create a custom stepping stone path down a hallway.

This round area rug is an absolute steal from Overstock. Handwoven in jute, it would work under a round coffee table, or layered with two other rugs to form a textured look and create more of a covered area.

On sale on Burke Decor, I like how you can see the geometric pattern up close but it changes the whole look from afar. It's hand-tufted and could ceate a modern aesthetic in any room of the home. 

This abstract, hand-tufted wool rug has a medium pile, and is defined by its freeform shapes and fresh use of color with splashes of blush pink and orange pop. 

With a vague distressed look, this rug has faded blue and sage green coloring which gives off a dreamy aesthetic. It would be perfect for a cozy corner of a bedroom. 

Durable and soft, this luxurious, easy-care rug has a hand-tufted pile with subtle stripe design. It's made from 100 percent wool and three playful tassels lend a fun edge.