Have you always dreamed of an interior with the atmosphere of the Arabian Nights? Then Moroccan decor may be exactly what you need: beautiful fabrics, bright colors and ornate furniture create a romantic, mysterious mood. Even a few small decorative pieces and soft lighting can bring a touch of the East into your home.
Moroccan style living room – furniture and fabrics
Moroccan-style decoration is an eclectic mix of Eastern, French and Spanish influences. Morocco's position between two continents helped shape the country's layered culture and traditions. The appeal of a Moroccan interior comes above all from ornate furniture, rich fabrics and expressive color. Carved wood and wrought iron give the room definition, while low seating keeps the atmosphere relaxed. A solid wood coffee table is often the highest piece in the living room, and sofas may be replaced by benches piled with cushions so there is room for family and guests. In the bedroom, a large four-poster bed becomes the focal point, traditionally framed in solid wood and dressed with a canopy. Bathrooms in this style are often defined by colorful mosaic tiles, stained glass and jewel-toned accents.
Fine fabrics such as silk, cotton and brocade give the room a luxurious look. Pillow covers may feature animals, flowers, plants, stripes or geometric patterns, often combined with confident flair. A kilim rug completes the setting. Lighting is subtle, with iron lanterns casting decorative shadows.
Decoration in Moroccan style – color and decoration
Moroccan-style decoration is characterized by a bold, varied color palette. Purple, green, blue, orange and red often form the backdrop, while silver and gold decorative elements add warmth and atmosphere. If you do not want to redesign an entire room at once, start small with an iron lantern on the balcony, decorative pillows, or a colorful print in the living room or bedroom.
Room, decorated in Moroccan style
Classic bedroom with a wrought iron bed and red accents
The bright colors of the walls have been replaced by subtle nuances of beige-pink
Rattan furniture for the garden
Red padded seating area with traditional furniture and fireplace
Anna Lohan
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Peter Dark
