Couristan, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fine, quality area rugs, residential broadloom and custom contract carpeting has signed a licensing agreement with emma gardner design, llc. Under this agreement, Couristan will be given the license to manufacture, promote, market and distribute a series of hand-tufted, power-loomed and outdoor/indoor performance area rugs as well as wall-to-wall carpeting for both residential and hospitality markets under the color and design guidance of Emma Gardner, Principal and Chief Creative Officer for her eponymous emma gardner design and emma at home brands. The series is expected to debut in department and specialty stores in the spring of 2013.

“We are extremely pleased to have entered a licensing agreement with emma gardner design and we look forward to a strong business relationship. Emma’s design approach, celebrated sense of color and unique ability to translate both elements into works of art for the floor, will allow us to appeal to a wider range of value conscious consumers, who are inspired by signature looks,” said Ron Couri, President and CEO of Couristan.

“It is a privilege to be working with Ron and George and their fabulous team at Couristan. Their production and distribution capabilities are as vast as my appetite to design beautiful things,” said Emma Gardner of emma gardner design, llc. “It is clear that we share respect for the important nuances that bring true value to rugs and carpeting and I am thrilled to stamp my passport to Couristan!”