A soft, warm rug to greet your feet when getting out of bed in the morning, is far more pleasant than stepping onto a cold, hard floor. Wall to wall carpeting is one option, but many of my clients prefer to maintain continuity and continue stone or wood flooring throughout their homes. One solution is an area rug that creates a border around the bed, although ¾ of it is lost under the bed. A less expensive alternative are runners placed on each side of the bed as seen here. This choice is also preferable if you plan to use a bench at the foot of the bed. Robin Lechner Designs