Moroccan Home Decoration

Posted by mritunjay.k | Decorating, New Trends | Monday 8 February 2010 5:19 am

moroccan-houseThe hallmark of Moroccan theme is rich and exotic colors. Moroccan home decoration theme has gained huge popularity in recent times. More and more people are going for warm shades of gold, purple, red and orange while designing their homes. There is no place for neutral shades in this particular theme. If the issue of re-painting is there then, one can go for wallpapers of same colors. This theme completely avoids shades of white. Once the painting or wallpaper part is done, complimentary looks for windows, ceiling and door frames should be decided. This will help in coordinating the look of entire room.

To add further flavor and depth to Moroccan theme decoration, use plenty of cushions and curtains. Here again, bold colors should be the primary choice. Add some elements of mystery by mixing variety of fabrics and textures in this decoration theme. Remember to have curtains that are long and luxurious.

Moroccan theme is all about rich, sensuous style of the room so lighting is another important factor here that should be given adequate attention. One should ideally go for soft and low light which will enhance the feel of the room. You can use candles or lanterns or low wattage sconces. To attain true Moroccan feel, you must have carpet spread across the room. Go for colors like brown and rich gold.

To complete Moroccan theme home décor, dark wood furniture is a must. Dark wood will perfectly compliment the rich colors of the room. One can further go for exotic accessories like rich metallic pieces, colored glass, beaded fabrics or silks to get luxurious feel. Lastly, for the final effect of opulence, it is recommended to use gentle incense and good music player.

Pillows

Posted by kamakshi | Accessories, Decorating | Friday 5 February 2010 4:25 am

Pillows are surely a sign of comfort. The best pillow is the one that gives you a support as well has corrects your posture as you sleep sideways. Remedies of neck pain can be corrected with the help of pillow. The doctors usually prescribe a thin-firm pillow of 1.5 inches to correct a spondylosis problem. There is no way one can do without a pillow while sleeping and cheer it up with the fabulous colors and covers you find in the shops.

 

Be it Diwali or an annual sale, branded upholstery stores hold a discount in most of the items. Team your pillows in zardozi work and keep it minimal for the glamour look near the settee. If you have guests for the occasion, just jazz up the place with the wonderful shapes in pillows and cover the same with handloom prints. Use contrast colors without prints to get the jazzy look.

 

For a formal occasion when you have a puja or religious functions, do not ignore the bed covers and pillows. Ready sets are available and go as per the color of the walls or the curtains. Nothing too gaudy or too radical here. One can get the beautiful silk covers for the oblong pillows or use the rounded cushions for back support. Get the Xmas look next time with pillows that have the motifs of Santa or the bell. This is perfect to go with the décor that is usually in golden/yellow or red/green which is the color of Christmas.

 

For the kiddies delight, do not miss the shapes. Get the crawlies like spider, caterpillar and the cute little butterfly. Kids find them adoring and stores are stocking great assortments to go along with the theme of your kids room. Use some interesting ideas that match with curtains or the animated painting on the wall. Get some appliqué work affixed on an old bed cover. Get into the designer mode and do a bit of stitching yourself. Kids love creative ideas and will help you with the same.

 

The cylindrical pillow is surely a must have if you have the ancestral swing with the wooden finish. Use the Indian bedding and team the same with the cylindrical pillows which are so much about comfort. For durability use zippers instead of buttons that is easy for you to wash too.

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