MOROCCAN STYLE
Interior Design
Prepared
by :
Eman
Osman
MOROCCAN STYLE
• what is moroccan interior
design?
• History
• key characteristics
• materials used
• Examples
• modern moroccan interior
MOROCCAN STYLE
WHAT IS MOROCCAN INTERIOR DESIGN STYLE?
It is unique to the country of Morocco,
yet compiles many religious and
cultural influences since ancient times.
Moroccan style is known for:
• bright
• naturally dyed colors,
• intricate patterns
• craftsmanship.
Overall, Moroccan design creates a
sense of comfort and history.
MOROCCAN STYLE
HISTORY
• By the 8th century, the Moors, the Islamic Berber
population, were greatly influencing Moroccan
architecture.
• The Moors occupied parts of Spain and Morocco
for centuries, so aspects of Spanish architecture
became entwined with Islamic and African
influences.
• The Moorish architectural style was developed in
the western Islamic world around the 11th
century.
• It included many of the Moroccan design
elements we associate with the look, including
arches, mosaic tilework, and geometric motifs.
• the Moroccan look first became popular outside
MOROCCAN STYLE
Some distinctive Moorish influences include:
• the white stucco facades
• red-tiled roofs
• elements from Art Deco and Art Nouveau
styles.
The Moors were also known for their
• clover-shaped and cusped arches
• interior garden courtyards
• hand-glazed tiling
Moroccan color schemes often feature
a rich palette of jewel tones such as
deep blues, emerald greens, and ruby
reds, as well as warm earthy tones
such as terracotta and burnt orange.
KEY
CHARACTERISTICS
OF MOROCCAN
INTERIOR DESIGN:
• Rich Colors
• Intricate Patterns
• Luxurious Fabrics
• Handcrafted Furniture
• Moroccan Tiles
• Metalwork
• Moroccan Rugs
• Mosaic Details
• Natural Element
MATERIALS
USED IN
MOROCCAN
INTERIOR
DESIGN
• stones
• tiles
• Terracotta
• Wrought iron
• textiles
• leather
ARCHES
Arches are common feature in
Morocco, which can be divided
into two types.
• horseshoe :which is clover
shaped.
• cusped :like a rounded
keyhole.
These are called Moorish
arches.
zellige tiles are a visual language Open courtyards filled with lush Accent pieces also reflect the Islamic
composed of shapes, patterns & gardens and tiled water fountain are influences on Moroccan design.
colours. a mainstay in Moroccan architectural Lamps are often hung from the ceiling
mosaic tile developed in Andalusia in style. & are commonly made of metals,
the 12th century. such as brass & copper.
Jardin Majorelle
It was created by the French Orientalist artist Jacques Majorelle over almost
forty years, starting in 1923, and features a Cubist villa designed by French
architect Paul Sinoir in the 1930s..
Jardin Majorelle
In 1980, Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé, who first arrived in Morocco in
1966, purchased the Jardin Majorelle to save it from destruction at the
hands of hotel developers.
ALHAMBRA PALACE (MAINLY_1338-
1390),
13th century
REGISTER
The Puerta de las Armas was one of the first gates to be
built, probably one of the very first buildings built by the
Nasrids in the Alhambra in the 13th century
The Alhambra is an ancient palace, fortress and citadel
located in Granada, Spain. The eighth-century-old site was
named for the reddish walls and towers that surrounded
the citadel
ALHAMBRA PALACE
ALHAMBRA PALACE
ALHAMBRA PALACE
HASSAN MOSQUE IN CASABLANCA
20th century
The Mosque was commissioned by King Hassan ll to be
the most ambitious structure ever built in Morocco.
It was designed by the French architect Michel
Pinseau.
It took over seven years and 10,000 craftsman
recruited in all the cities of the kingdom that carved
53,000 m² of wood and assembled more than
10,000m2 of zellige (ceramics) for the place of
worship.
HASSAN MOSQUE IN CASABLANCA
REGISTER
MODERN MOROCCAN INTERIOR
DESIGN
Today's next generation of Moroccan designers are combining the rich
craft heritage with an understanding of modern design & technology,
along with an openness to reference points beyond Morocco's borders.
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