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What is Moorish interior design?
Ornate North-African-and-Iberian craft: horseshoe arches, zellige tilework, carved wood, metal lanterns, jewel tones and layered rugs. Intricate, warm and atmospheric.
Also searched as: Souk / Arabesque
How to get the Moorish look
- Palette: saffron, teal, terracotta, cobalt, with brass
- Surfaces: zellige tile, tadelakt plaster, horseshoe arches, carved wood
- Materials: pierced brass, carved wood, leather pouffes, layered rugs
- Lighting: pierced-metal lanterns casting patterned light
- Accessories: Moroccan tea glasses, tasselled cushions, patterned ceramics
- Mood: warm, intricate, atmospheric
What to avoid
- Minimal, cold, Scandinavian or plain schemes
- Flat, undecorated walls
- Sleek modern or high-gloss finishes
Moorish room ideas
Moorish FAQ
What is Moorish interior design?
Moorish interior design is ornate North-African-and-Iberian craft: horseshoe arches, zellige tilework, carved wood, metal lanterns, jewel tones and layered rugs. Intricate, warm and atmospheric.
What colours work for Moorish?
Moorish works best with saffron, teal, terracotta, cobalt, with brass.
How do I create a Moorish room?
Start with zellige tile, tadelakt plaster, horseshoe arches, carved wood, then use the furniture, lighting and accessories in the style guide to keep the room cohesive.
What should I avoid with Moorish?
Avoid minimal, cold, Scandinavian or plain schemes.
