Dena Lawrence Rugs

About

The journey of your rug begins with Dena Lawrence. An acclaimed Perth-based artist, Dena’s design inspiration is collected from many sources, in particular her deep appreciation for the ever-changing Western Australian landscape. Initially created on paper, Dena’s expressionist paintings are brought to life by artisan weavers using knotting techniques mastered over many generations. Each rug is ethically handcrafted incorporating the world's finest fabrics including 100% Kashmir silk and NZ wool.

When you purchase a luxury rug from Dena Lawrence Designer Rugs you will be investing in a one-off artwork that will completely enrich the interior of your home or commercial space. From the first brush stroke to the final woven knot, each rug can take over 12 months to create – ensuring a masterpiece that is astonishing to look at and impeccable in its quality.

With decades of experience channeling her extraordinary creative energy into music and visual arts, Dena Lawrence is an explorer of inner and outer landscapes. An acclaimed artist, art therapist and mental health nurse, Dena's artwork is born of an intuitive search, in a free-flowing state, of an authentic spirit of self. By practising techniques she teaches, Dena uses art as a tool to break habitual behaviour, to explore light and dark, to celebrate the beauty of nature, and to soothe in difficult times.

Dena Lawrence’s rugs are the manifestation of the artist’s personal search for harmony and vitality through art. The wildflowers and landscapes of her native Australia and the dazzling colours of India, where she has travelled extensively, are a constant source of inspiration.

Dena has received multiple nominations as a finalist in the prestigious Carpet Design Awards at Domotex. Dena won ‘Best Studio Artist Design’ at Domotex Carpet Design Awards 2024.

Awards and recognition

Dena Lawrence Rugs
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Testimonials

“I love my Dena Lawrence rug. It has warm autumn colours and a vibrancy created by the silk. It is dominant without being dominating. Feedback from friends has been extremely positive. Although it is in a family room where traffic is heavy, there has been no sign of wear or tear.”

Helen Walsh, Perth, Western Australia

“Dena Lawrence’s Peace rug is a beautiful work of art. The colours change constantly in different light and at different times of day, as well as from different viewpoints. Every day it provides me with great pleasure visually and the tactile sensation under my feet is luxurious. It is warm, inviting and provides a calming focus for meditation. I have seen many exquisite rugs on overseas travels and I have several beautiful rugs in my home, but this is my personal favourite, the most personal and evocative. It has given me a greater sense of the value of finely designed and woven rugs.”

Lynne Cunningham, Western Australia

“The rug is a source of constant delight. It is vibrant, providing an explosion of colour in a room, which is furnished in rather subdued colours: the rug provides all the decoration necessary to ‘lift’ the room. Everyone who sees the rug comments in glowing terms on its uniqueness. There is nothing on the Australian market with which to compare it in terms of its craftsmanship, design and colour. Being made of silk, it’s a pleasure for the senses to walk on it bare-footed. We have no hesitation at all in recommending Dena Lawrence’s rugs to anyone who wants something unique, luxurious and with the capacity to provide a focal point in any room.”

Chris Jeffery, Western Australia