The boutique trade show COVER Connect returns to its premium position at The International Surface Event with a curated lineup of high-end rug exhibitors. www.thecoverconnect.com

LAS.VEGAS -- Following the success of the COVER Connect Las Vegas pavilion at The International Surface Event (TISE) in 2023 and 2024, the third edition will be held at Mandalay Bay Convention Center from January 28–20, 2025. Curated by COVER magazine, the boutique event brings together a select group of dynamic brands to showcase some of the highest-quality rugs on the market today—the perfect accompaniment to the other types of carpet and flooring offered by exhibitors at TISE.

Buyers and industry professionals can expect to encounter COVER Connect’s signature range, consisting of the most sought-after traditional, transitional and contemporary rugs, suitable to a wider range of tastes and budgets. The pavilion will provide the perfect opportunity to discover outstanding custom options and program lines from some of the most exciting rug brands serving the US market, and to source excellent selections of rugs specifically tailored to client tastes.

For 2025, the exclusive COVER Connect Las Vegas area within TISE returns to a similar premium position, next to a major walkway, as in 2024. This is again in alignment with a main entrance, close to other companies of note such as Rebel Carpets & Rugs, and the Wools Pavilion, which hosts brands like Prestige Mills, Stanton Flooring, Couristan, Global Craft Rugs, Aminco Home and Kaleen—to enhance the convenience for buyers to shop for all qualities in one easy to navigate show.

The International Surface Event (TISE) unites professionals from flooring, stone, tile, and beyond in two dynamic neighborhoods: SURFACES and TILE + STONE; and this year's TISE runs concurrently with Las Vegas Market and show organizers are offering special Lyft vouchers for attendees between the two venues.

Visit the COVER Connect Las Vegas pavilion in the SURFACES section to gain access to all the latest rug collections, along with fresh custom opportunities, at the start of 2025

EXHIBITORS

Joining the COVER Connect West Coast lineup for the first time are Cella Carpet, Olker Rugs and Turquoise Mountain. They join an esteemed lineup of a dozen returning exhibitors—Design Materials Inc., Eliko Rug Gallery, French Accents, Harcourt Collection, Kirkit Rugs, Momeni, Pampas Leather, Rug & Kilim, Samad Rugs, Tamarian and Wool & Silk. Below are some of the debuts that are being showcased at CCLV 2025.

CELLA CARPET
Booth 3351


Industry newcomer New Jersey-based Cella Carpet debuts as part of CCLV and the carpet and custom
rug importer and manufacturer showcases its diverse range of constructions from hand-woven, loom-knotted
to jacquard and hand braided. Shown, Sweet Garden

DESIGN MATERIALS INC.
Booth 3236


Design Materials Inc., Kansas City, Kansas, showcases its latest natural material rugs and carpets, which
include sisal, seagrass, jute and wool.

ELIKO RUG GALLERY


New York rug showroom Eliko Rug Gallery showcases hand-knotted antique, vintage and contemporary
rugs sourced primarily from Afghanistan and India at CCLV.

FRENCH ACCENTS


French Accents unveils the latest additions to its popular Mid-Century Modern lineup, adding Slice
ML415H, crafted of wool and silk.

HARCOURT COLLECTION


Harcourt Collection brings a comprehensive selection of in-stock rugs and samples of its Harcourt Black
Label Rug Program, which is the result of its longstanding, strategic partnerships with select mills. Also
on tap for attendees are its broadloom and alpaca fiber rugs. Pictured above is a custom rug in Blue
Stone design.

KIRKIT RUGS


Istanbul-based Kirkit produces some of that nation's most innovative handmade designs. Owner
Ahmet Diler is deeply involved in environmental issues and fair-trade business practices, with the company's
weavers paid three times more than the average Turkish weaver and are provided with retirement funds and
access to healthcare. Shown, Cintemani

MOMENI


Momeni Rugs returns to CCLV showcasing its growing lineup of broadloom collections and will feature a wide
assortment of its newest fashion forward designs, constructions and materials, including its pure wool, nylon and
PET hand-loomed collections and its hand-tufted wool offering.

OLKER RUGS


Olker Rugs, the U.S. division of an established Afghan producer of hand-crafted area rugs, debuts at COVER
Connect and will highlight its latest collection, Triluxe, which employs a unique fusion of three weaving
techniques to deliver a new dimension of texture and depth—in handspun wool.

PAMPAS LEATHER


Pampas Leather, founded as a supplier of best quality raw cowhides to major Argentinian and South
American traders, has become a source for stylish designs crafted of cowhide and sheepskin
from the Argentinian Pampas region. Shown, Strada in alabaster and charolais

RUG & KILIM


New York area rug showroom Rug & Kilim heads west to introduce buyers to its new Block Print collection,
which is hand-knotted of wool and silk, and already off to a running start. The company also adds a new flatweave
texture to its successful Scandinavian collection, using a blend of wool and exotic yarns inspired by alpaca
called Scandinavian Exotic, pictured.

SAMAD RUGS


Samad Rugs returns to the West Coast edition to introduce its latest lineup of decorative carpets including 
its New Artisan collection, hand-knotted of wool and silk, and Opulence, knotted of hand-carded wool with
silk/linen blended yarn. Shown, Opulence's Flamboyant

TAMARIAN


Tamarian continues to be the largest importer of Tibetan rugs to the US through maintaining a commitment
to integrity and beauty in the high-end market, alongside a passion for service to its loyal clientele. A dedicated
staff with over two decades of experience work to innovate and lead, with a focus on positive impacts to people
and the planet, making meaningful art that comforts and inspires. Shown, Glandore in blue and green

TURQUOISE MOUNTAIN


Turquoise Mountain, established in 2006 by King Charles III to support weavers and the production of
handwoven carpets, offers custom handwoven carpets from Afghanistan. The organization makes its West
Coast debut at COVER Connect 2025 and will showcase the workmanship of Afghan weavers. Shown, Sirjan

WOOL & SILK


New Jersey-based contemporary rug studio Wool & Silk will feature a range of sumptuous hand-knotted
area rugs CCLV, including the hand-knotted Vines design in gold palette.

To register for CCLV click here, or email events@hali.com for information on current ticket promotions to visit The International Surface Event (TISE). The Mandalay Bay Convention Center is located at 393 Frank Sinatra Dr. Make sure to follow @_cover_magazine_ and @cover.connect on Instagram to get all the latest news on COVER Connect Las Vegas.