Lany Space x Ariana Berman: Hand-Drawn Rugs with a Western Sci-Fi Twist
Kerry Wang | August 3, 2026
For Lexington, Kentucky-based artist Ariana Berman, making art begins with material, movement, and the freedom of the hand. Her work brings together organic forms, expressive linework, and pattern-driven compositions, shaped by a practice rooted in drawing, ink, and material exploration. Inspired by everyday life, outdoor landscapes, and the shapes she notices while hiking with her dogs, Ariana creates work that feels personal, playful, and instinctive.
For her collection with Lany Space, Ariana translates that hand-drawn energy into rugs that feel bold, expressive, and unexpected. Inspired by life in Kentucky, horses, western imagery, open landscapes, and a fascination with sci-fi, the collection brings together familiar symbols and otherworldly details in a way that feels completely her own. In this interview, Ariana shares more about her design style, her creative process, and the story behind the rugs she created for Lany Space.
Designer: Ariana Berman
An interview with Ariana Berman
Q: How would you describe your design style?
A: My style is eclectic and pattern-driven, combining organic forms with expressive linework.
Q: How have your personal experiences or personality influenced your design ideas?
A: A lot of my ideas come from everyday life and the outdoors. I'm inspired by patterns and shapes I notice while hiking with my dogs. Drawing gives me a sense of freedom and play, allowing ideas to flow naturally from ink to paper.
Q: How do you incorporate your personal style into home design projects?
A: I enjoy incorporating drawn designs into the home as both functional and decorative pieces. I like creating spaces that feel personal and lived-in, while making art feel accessible through everyday objects people can enjoy.
Q: What drew you to collaborate with our rug brand?
A: I was drawn to Lany Space's bold, artistic designs, which feel personal and original rather than mass-produced. The company's commitment to collaborating with artists allows people to bring truly unique, creative pieces into their homes.
Q: What was your first impression of Lany Space rugs and our style?
A: I had never seen bold designs like Lany Space had. Their use of color, asymmetrical shapes, and imagery felt unlike anything else I was seeing on the market. It was inspiring to see how creative each design could be.
Q: Could you share the story or concept behind the collection you designed for us?
A: This collection was inspired by living in Kentucky and being surrounded by horses, western imagery, and open landscapes. I combined those influences with my fascination for sci-fi, using bold patterns and playful imagery to create designs that feel otherworldly and unexpected.
Q: Among the pieces in these collections, which design is your favorite, and why?
A: My favorite piece from this collection is Rustline. I've returned to that shape and pattern for years through drawings and doodles, so seeing something so personal evolve into a rug people can live with feels very meaningful to me.
Q: If you could sum up this collection in three words, what would they be?
A: Bold, expressive, hand-drawn.
Ariana Berman's Designs for Lany Space
For Lany Space, Ariana Berman brings her hand-drawn linework, western-inspired imagery, and playful sense of pattern into rugs that feel expressive, personal, and easy to live with, an approach that comes through clearly in the designs below.
Squiggle Abstract Rug by Ariana Berman
Ariana Berman's Squiggle Abstract Rug turns loose black linework, looping organic shapes, and warm color blocks into a lively hand-drawn pattern. The orange colorway feels bold and retro, with cream and brown shapes moving across a saturated orange ground, while the beige version feels lighter and more open, letting the orange forms stand out against a softer neutral base.
In a 5'×7' size, it can bring a clear design moment to a studio corner or beside a bed; in 7'×10', it has enough presence to sit under a simple sofa, low wood coffee table, or playful modern seating area without feeling overly formal.
Melting Abstract Art Rug by Ariana Berman
Inspired by the look of paint as it slides, stretches, and pools, Ariana Berman's Melting Abstract Art Rug turns one fluid shape into a bold floor piece. It comes in three colorways, each with a very different feeling: the orange version pairs a coral-orange base with magenta and golden yellow for a playful, sun-warmed look; the beige version pares the shape back with deep green lines on a soft neutral ground; and the black and white version feels sharper and more graphic, almost like a hand-drawn mark enlarged into a statement rug.
The 2'×5' size works well beside a bed or through an entryway, while the 4'×5' and 7'×9' sizes give the melting shape more space to stand out in a studio, reading corner, or living room with simple furniture and warm lighting.
Flowing Ribbon Abstract Rug by Ariana Berman
Flowing Ribbon Abstract Rug draws a single ribbon-like shape across an uneven field, giving the design a sense of movement that feels both loose and intentional. The green and pink colorway feels more playful and artful, pairing deep green with pale pink for a softer, more unexpected contrast, while the black and white version reads bolder and more architectural, with a cleaner graphic presence.
In 5'×7' or 7'×10', it works beautifully in a contemporary living room with a neutral sofa and clean-lined furniture, or in a bedroom or studio where one expressive shape can bring a little more rhythm to the space.
Blue and Orange Abstract Wave Rug by Ariana Berman
Blue and Orange Abstract Wave Rug layers winding ribbon-like lines over broad wave-shaped blocks, creating a bold composition that feels playful, graphic, and full of movement. Shades of dusty blue, bright orange, rust, and deep navy move across the surface in a way that feels both expressive and balanced, giving the rug a strong visual presence without overwhelming the room.
In 5'×7' or 7'×10', it works beautifully in a contemporary living room with a cream or tan sofa, light wood floors, and clean-lined furniture, or in a bedroom or studio where the flowing shapes can soften the space while still making a statement.
Irregular Blue Abstract Wave Rug by Ariana Berman
With its uneven edge and flowing wave pattern, the Irregular Blue Abstract Wave Rug feels closer to a cut-out artwork than a traditional rectangular rug. Sky blue fields, deep navy bands, bright orange blocks, and rust-colored outlines move across the surface with a loose, hand-drawn rhythm, giving the piece a playful but grounded look.
The irregular shape makes it especially useful in rooms with boxy furniture, such as a living room with a straight-lined sofa, a studio with a simple desk, or a bedroom with a low wood bed frame, where it can soften the space and add a more artful focal point.
Yellow Swirl Abstract Rug by Ariana Berman
Set against a golden yellow field with a bright orange edge, the Yellow Swirl Abstract Rug lets an ink-like black and white motif take center stage. The long, fluid shape feels loose, graphic, and a little playful, almost like a hand-drawn mark stretched across the floor.
In 2'×4' or 2'×5', it works especially well in an entryway, beside a bed, or in a studio corner where a smaller piece can still make a strong visual impact, while the 4'×7' size gives the design more room to unfold in a reading nook or other playful interior with simple furniture and clean lines.
Yellow Scalloped Plaid Border Rug by Ariana Berman
Rather than relying on a traditional border, the Yellow Scalloped Plaid Border Rug softens the frame with a golden wavy edge and playful plaid loop details in teal, pink, gray, and ivory surrounding a cream center. The mix of curved lines and checked accents gives the design a light, cheerful feel, making it especially lovely in a reading nook, at the center of a kids' room, or under a small round table where the 6'×6' shape can really be appreciated. It's a sweet, graphic piece that feels both classic and a little unexpected.
Final Touch
Ariana Berman's collection for Lany Space feels like her sketchbook has stepped into the home. Loose squiggles, melting shapes, ribbon-like lines, western-inspired curves, and bright color fields come together in pieces that feel playful, personal, and full of movement. Each rug carries the energy of something hand-drawn, but turns it into a functional piece made for everyday rooms.
From bold abstract waves to softer plaid borders and graphic runner shapes, the Lany Space x Ariana Berman collection offers a fresh way to bring art into the spaces you use most. These designs are expressive without feeling too serious, making them a natural fit for homes that welcome color, character, and a little bit of surprise. Explore the collection and find the piece that feels made for your space.