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Samantha Gallacher

Designer, Founder at IG Workshop
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Samantha is the Designer and Founder at IG Workshop. She has always had a keen eye for aesthetics and is a graduate of The New York School of Interior Design. Samantha's career began with some of New York’s top designers, Glenn Gissler, Bob Kaner, and Kureck and Jones to name a few as well as being a lead textile design for West Elm. She is also the Founder of Art + Loom, a bespoke rug company. A true artist, Samantha can bring a multi-layered experience to every space, drawing from her ever-evolving design approach.

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  • Mastering Rug Sizing: Expert Tips from Art+Loom's Samantha Gallacher
    Samantha says, “Rugs are like art, setting the stage for interior design.” Avoid small rugs that divide space. Dining rugs should extend three feet from the table. Living room rugs should extend 8” from furniture. Bedroom rugs should match nightstand width. Consider texture and pile height for room use, and use rugs to add color and personality.
  • Interior Design Dilemma: Sofa or Rug First?
    Samantha suggests that while a rug sets the room's tone, its choice should align with the sofa's design. Understanding the sofa's shape and style is key, as the rug and sofa must visually complement each other. "The rug may conceptually come first, but its final selection should be in dialogue with the sofa."
  • Choosing Carpet Colors: Dark vs. Light for Your Space
    Samantha advises that carpet color should balance room size, lighting, and function. She notes, "Darker carpets suit large, high-traffic areas," offering contrast and hiding wear. They create coziness but may cramp small spaces. Lighter carpets brighten small rooms and reflect light, ideal for a relaxed vibe. Monochromatic rugs matching walls offer a cohesive look.
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  • I’ve set out to turn fine art and mixed media art into woven rug creations.

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