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A Masculine Moroccan Study
We recently revealed how we brought fresh life to a somewhat dark and somber kitchen and dining room in Modern Meets Moroccan. Now it's time to showcase the home's masculine Moroccan study - one of our favorite rooms. And like the rest of the home, it's full of enchantments! Before, an excessive amount of dark stained wood overshadowed the room's details. Heavy drapes and window treatments darkened the room further, blocking light. Paint alone brightened the room and visually increased the size of the space. Pale blue-grey walls contrast beautifully with the rich warmth of the hard wood floors and...
Modern Meets Moroccan
Few, if any, design styles whisk you away to another time and place more than Moroccan decor. Taking its roots from Moorish architecture, the style is rich, mysterious and exotic, conjuring a romance all its own. But while arches, domes and mosaics are a feast for the senses, they also carry a weight that needs to be countered to embrace today's lifestyle. And we were recently asked to do just that - bring fresh life to a Moroccan-styled home. Here's what happens when modern meets Moroccan! To provide a dramatic entrance into the home, a stunning slab of quartzite was chosen...
New Year, New Home: Selecting Rugs
They don’t call them magic carpets for nothing! When it comes to transforming a room, rugs pack one powerful punch. Area rugs anchor a room, define a space, add visual interest with color and texture, absorb noise and protect flooring. But how do you go about selecting rugs for your home? Consider Existing Décor When selecting rugs, try to coordinate with existing paint, furniture, bedding or window treatments. Or if you are starting from scratch, choose a rug first and build the room’s color scheme and style around the new rug. Consider Lifestyle and Budget Rugs are made from a...