Friday, March 19, 2010

Moroccan Outdoor Flair


I don't know about you, but I absolutely adore Moroccan architecture
and design.  This was a budget patio makeover for a space that
previously looked very bare.  Morocco has this air of mystery and
allure to it.  The makeover is super fun and filled with color.


A lot of the materials were reused vintage pieces or common items
easily purchased at a store that were repurposed.  Add paint and
some fun Moroccan tea glasses and voila!


This little fountain is definitely one of the highlights of the
makeover.  Love the upholstered bench next to it as well.


Here's another home with a patio that has gone with a distinctly Moroccan
 motif.  Moroccan furniture is very unique in its low flat design and fabrics
 that come in a myriad of colors.


Another modern interpretation of Moroccan outdoor
living with colorful lanterns.


I love this very layered and "lived in" look.


The great think about Moroccan decor is that it's
easy to mix textures, fabrics and accessories.


I love what the ownders did with their gazebo.  They
outfitted it with low, streamlined frames and covered
the sitting area with Moroccan mattresses and tons
of throw pillows and throws.  The colors are bright
and fresh. 




Found this fabulous book on Moroccan decor.
For more Moroccan inspiration, this is a fun
book.

In the meantime, spring and summer are just
around the corner.  Hopefully this post has
jumpstarted some ideas for outdoor living.

Photos from HGTV and Domino


19 comments:

lovely said...

yes- me too! Love the colors and comfortable furniture!

Angie Vázquez said...

Precioso, me encantan los colores y los detalles.

Jan said...

Yep. Love it.
Colours to die for.
Have a good weekend !

ashlina said...

you know i LOVE this style of design. moroccan style is so beautiful and calming and cozy! your blog just never ceases to inspire me!!!!

A Casa da Vá said...

Wow so magical! Love it!!

Struggler said...

Agreed - those rich colors, plentiful pillows and pretty lanterns are impossible to resist!

SPLENDEROSA said...

Magical images. I wish i had a little room or porch like this...& now you've given me an idea. Excellent post. xx's Marsha

Nimo said...

how gorgeous! Moroccan decor and design makes any dreary March day feel like a warm June afternoon

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La Petite Gallery said...

Great colors.

yvonne

La Petite Gallery said...

Great colors.

yvonne

Musette said...

These are all gorgeous. Colorful, elegant and comfortable. Perfect outdoor rooms!

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acaligurl said...

lovely and stunning. a delite to the eye!!!
i can hardly wait for summer so i can spend time on my little patio!

aroundmytable said...

Hi, I love Morrocan style and I'm very glad I came across your blog. Hope you don't mind, I'm adding you to my blogroll right away. Looking forward to seeing more nice things here.
TC, Anna @ Around My Table

feather bed said...

SUCH wonderful outdoor spaces!!!!

Tiina said...

i love love this style! wish it was summer soon here as well!
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patio design said...

What a wonderful transformation! Your outdoor space is looking furnished in a well nature. I like it.