The Moorish Style! I don’t have enough words to praise this gorgeous architectural style! I’m so glad to add this to my world tour….Here’s a little history — the Moorish architecture and designs are named after Moors – North African people who conquered what is now Spain, Portugal, and the Pyrenees region of France around 712 AD to 1492. They introduced several architectural details including the unique way of painting ceramic tiles called ‘Zellige’. It consists of complex geometrical designs on tiles. It just amazes me how symmetric and colorful these tiles are.. Moors must have been expert Mathematicians to get such designs right.
via: Moorish Tiles
Another distinct style is their Moorish arch also know as the horseshoe arch which you will find in several of these pictures below. Moors also introduced cotton cultivation in places like Spain in the 9th century and silk and textile dyes came to Spain with them. Since they were nomads, they also introduced elements of nature such as flowers, gardens, water fountains, pools etc., There are so many other beautiful elements to talk about.. Moorish plasters, wood work, rustic decor.. all of which I have tried to portrait in these pictures..
Great Blog! Anyone can decor their home with these Islamic Interior Designs. I found out that the Moroccan Style represents the Arabic Style in the design world. One can also use Calligraphy Islamic Art to decor home with modern Islamic Design Elements.
Moorish style rooted from western part of North-Africa & Iberian peninsula. It came from the Islamic culture. These designs are beautifully made Moorish styles. One can see it’s big difference with other modern styles. It’s like a preserved culture that owns it’s own distinct ambiance. Nice piece of interior.
I’m glad to see all these lovely comments. Yes, what a world of difference this is compared to other modern styles. I totally agree with you.. this is a preserved culture.
Gorgeous!!!! I love Moorish Style!
Amazing…
Such mesmerizing pictures! Which my house looked anything close to it.
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Tanya
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Gorgeous! What a lovely tour through the Moorish style. (Found you on Say G’day Saturday and pinning)
How beautiful and stunning! I would love to do this in my house.
I really love Moorish style. And I enjoy finding it here in Ecuador too. It’s funny how far the influences sometimes travel.
I have my eyes on those colorful pillows.
I love the way that bright colors are mixed with natural elements like wood and potted palms!
I’ll take any of those interiors any day. They are all very beautiful.
Some really great shapes and use of color! Thank you for sharing. It’s always fun to see different styles!
I LOVE Moorish design and architecture. So warm and so inviting. Thanks for the lesson
Such a wonderful Moorish Architecture And Designs. Nice post with the amazing pictures. Thank you for sharing.
All of these photos look like private getaways! I love all of the different colors and textures.
I just love the designs. They are beautiful.
Wow these designs are just beautiful. I love all the different colors!
wow those designs are simply stunning!
These are all lovely photos, I love the pink room and the turquoise bedroom, wow what a great place to sleep!!! Thanks for stopping by this week to share on the Oh My Heartsie Girl #WW
Have a great week!!!
This is my theme in my house Parisean mixed with korean :)) I’m korean mixed but I love middle eastern designs as well
This is not my style…but some pieces I really like!
I like the rustic decor.. that is my style.. Those were some amazing pictures to give us what really can be done.
How beautiful! I love the cubbies for the dishes! I wish I had that in my kitchen. Way less bulky than cabinets!
Love all these pics, they are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing them with us,
Blessings, Nellie
Living room looks absolutely fabulous, of this I’m convinced! I faced issues myself whilst decorating my tiny living room, but these ideas are great.
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