Seated: Lucy & John Murse Standing: Matthew & Jesse Murse MAY 2017 | SCENE 67 Rugs As Art has been a destination store in Sarasota's retail scene for 31 years offering a wide array of globally sourced rugs, furniture, artwork, home furnishings and accessories. Founded in 1986 by John and Lucy Murse, and now joined by their sons Matthew and Jesse, Rugs As Art has grown to become one of the largest and widely acclaimed rug stores in the U.S., earning national recognition three times as the Best Rug Store in America by AmericasMart, Atlanta, and the Oriental Rug Importers Association. Rugs As Art "We offer rugs from all around the world with every style and quality represented. From hand knotted, hand tufted and machine made to our custom design department offering specialty production rugs made to an individual’s desire," says John Murse. "We have the presentation of a national chain, but we are a family business and we treat our customers like family. Anyone can knock on the owner’s door." In addition to a wide range of affordable price points, Rugs As Art (941-921-1900 | rugsasart.com) cleans, repairs and appraises rugs. Unique furnishings, accessories and art complete this one of a kind shopping experience. “It’s an eclectic mix. My mother has a traditional eye, and I have a more contemporary eye," says Jesse Murse. “Our selection is second to none and our pricing structure cannot be beat. We truly are a place where everyone can afford the best." Over the years, Rugs As Art and the Murse family have generously supported the local community from schools and little league teams to the arts, veterans, animal welfare, children's charities and Special Olympics. “We love Sarasota and are happy to call this home,” says John Murse.
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