The Hartley HRT-01 Area Rug from Loloi explores how perimeter treatment affects perception of solid-toned textiles, where angled edges carved from hand-tufted wool create unexpected geometry. High/low looped pile builds surface dimension through varied heights, while the angular boundaries introduce diagonal energy that contrasts with the surrounding architecture. This approach suggests that edge intervention alone can transform conventional floor coverings, proving that boundary manipulation functions as a legitimate design strategy.