From the Mill's Perspective: Keeping Pace with Carpet Design Trends

"The dominant feeling this season is one of pleasantness and tranquility," says Kathy Young, as she previews designer deckboard collages of contemporary room scenes, fabrics, color chips, and carpet swatches in the color studio at Shaw Industries' Research and Development Center in Dalton, Ga.

"It's an emotionally pleasing palette," she adds. "Pale but not pastel. Rich, clear, delicate color that soothes - like walking into a flower garden."