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44 Clockwise from top: Alfredo Paredes X Patterson Flynn Nagoya in Bloom. Le Zebra. Alfredo Paredes. El Sol. Alfredo Paredes Floors Patterson Flynn 3 3 y e a r s , Alfredo Paredes was the creative force behind every Ralph Lauren store and restaurant around the globe. He brought the brand's world to life — from the famed Madison Avenue store windows to the Polo Bar in Manhattan. Now at the helm of his own studio, Paredes has teamed with Patterson Flynn to launch a collection of handcrafted rugs that channel his artful, layered aesthetic. The group's eight designs draw on his Cuban heritage, Miami roots, and reverence for vintage style, with dynamic compositions, u n e x p e c t e d c o l o r pairings, and a strong graphic edge. Paredes is known for interiors that feel warm and collected, often referencing classic m e n s w e a r t a i l o r i n g — qualities that come through in the rugs' earthy palettes and tailored constructions. Each piece is made entirely by hand, using artisanal dyeing and finishing techniques that give the collection a patina of history. Alfredo Paredes X Patterson Flynn, at Patterson F l y n n s h o w r o o m , pattersonflynn.com. By Rebecca Sherman For