Moroccan Decor

by Giorgina Devereaux

One of the interesting things about Moroccan home decor is that most of the items are individually crafted to ensure superior quality.

These include handcrafted tables, lamps, quilts, and rugs, which add a splash of culture and historical character to the room.

Among the most classic pieces are the various kinds of hand-woven rugs known as kilims.

Kilims come in a variety of designs, colors, and are handmade by women from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco.

However, most kilims come in the traditional black and red Moroccan colors and can be used as an area rug or as wall décor.

To coordinate with this lovely rug, incorporate Moroccan style furniture that is accentuated with bold colors and complex designs.

You can choose from ottomans, nightstands, tables, chairs, wardrobes, headboards and chests, which can be heavy wood or wrought iron pieces to include in the space.

The ornate markings on the heavy wood are common and the metal pieces are stocky.

To get that authentic feel of Moroccan decor, look for imports such as delicately carved screens and carved furniture pieces with mother of pearl or brass details and bright colors.

Keep in mind that it is challenging to find two designs that are identical because of the uniqueness of each piece.

Want to add drama?

Select a paint color ranging from cobalt blue to saffron yellow, bright pink, a rich red or green to give the space decorative appeal.

To accessorize your room, consider integrating exotic pieces that complement the existing colorful furniture and rugs.

Employing prints and paintings, along with accessorizing with beaded fringes, leather bound books, decorative pillows, and plants will enable you to tie all of the elements together thus giving your room that exotic feel.

For Moroccan bedding, try using spice colors as a way of offsetting or matching the color scheme. Lastly, add mood lighting by using Moroccan candle lanterns or lamps, which come in a variety of designs.