When styling a space with the most fitting accents, the critical eye is drawn ostensibly toward that one piece which so often pulls the whole thing together in an understated, cool way; and the perfect rug can do just that. Anna Augusto has specialized in luxury rugs, carpets and custom pieces for over two decades, and continues the quest for interior components that settle a space into balance. Read on to see how Anna relaxes, her unique gift ideas, and the personal motto that keeps her checked in to the here and now.

What is your favorite cuisine or restaurant in the Valley?
Indian Food I have at Taj Mahal. They make all their food from scratch and have the best chai tea

What show are you binging/streaming these days or your favorite series ever?
Watching Ted Lasso right now which I love. So positive and up lifting. But all time favorite is Game of Thrones.  I’ve watched it twice.tea

Where is your favorite vacation spot?
The Azores Islands in Portugal. This is where my husband, David is from. It’s the only place I feel truly relaxed.

What are your words to live by?
O.H.I.O: “Only handle it once.” I live by this personally and professionally. It helps me stay organized and reduces anxiety of little things left undone or half-finished.

What is your favorite gift to give? (Bonus points if it’s from someplace in the Guide.)
I love gifting bird feeders. I feel they bring daily joy to the recipient.

What is your biggest professional achievement?
Having the courage to go out on my own despite numerous challenges and setbacks. It was a goal I’d worked for 13 years before I opened my own showroom. I didn’t even have close to enough funding to start, but did it anyway and really pushed for years.

What is your favorite time of day or day of the week?
I love Thursdays. They always seem more relaxed. I also love the quiet of late nights. I’ve been a night owl my whole life.

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Claire Meyer | Contributing Editor