Category: riad

Texas Homes: A tribute to our friends in Texas

Texas Homes

I think that unless you’ve lived through a traumatic event like Hurricane Harvey, and lost all of your possessions and maybe even your entire home, on CANNOT imagine how it feels. I know I can’t. I meant to do this earlier, but I wanted to publish a post featuring some beautiful Texas homes. I believe these are all in Houston and all imagery is from Houston Lifestyles & Homes

I adore this hallway and the Moroccan riad vibe.

A GREAT play space for little ones. We could really use this in our house!

How stylish is this staircase?

Americana at it’s very best. Crafts rugs and exposed beams…

…more from the Moroccan riad styly home. LOVE.

All my thoughts and love is with Texas. Please if you can help, either by volunteering recovery efforts of by donating – do so!

September 7, 2017
Moroccan Interiors: beautiful and airy spaces

Moroccan interiors have a soft spot in my heart ever since our trip to Morocco. With the ease, focus on comfort, and beautiful craftsmanship it’s hard to find something not to like.

One thing about Moroccan homes that I loved were the courtyards. Granted, I don’t live in a climate where an open, roofless home would be practical, but it was so nice to come in from the busy street and have a little privacy while still feeling like you are outside. Ornate wood and plaster carving also adorns a lot of riads in Morocco.

Part of the ease of Moroccan interiors is that there are always places to plenty of places to relax and lounge. Layers of textiles also promote comfort.

2 images above via The Poetry of Material Things

Beautiful.

I would love to be able to take home an ornately carved door or column and have it installed in my home.

Yes please! The daybed in white with and airy canopy.

4 images above via Theia Interiors

January 18, 2017
The talented Maryam of My Marrakesh reveals Peacock Pavillions to Lonny Mag

When my boyfriend and I visited Morocco in 2009, Maryam, of My Marrakesh and her husband were a tremendous help planning our trip. I had been a huge fan of My Marrakesh since before I even started Decorology. Her blog is so spectacular, that it’s no surprise that her guest accommodations in Marrakesh are equally stunning. If you haven’t heard of it already, “Peacock Pavilions” is a splendor of Moroccan art and craft work, and Maryam’s amazing attention to detail sets it apart.

The amazing work on the steps is all stenciling..that door is amazing, too

The Sufi Scribe is my favorite suite…I LOVE the sconces!

I adore the drawing on the wall – so beautiful..

The “peacock” wallpaper on the wall is pretty cool too…

Blue wards off the evil eye.

Checkout the floor, and the lanterns in this suite.

Read and see more about Peacock Pavilions in the newest Lonny Mag.

Check out my travels to Marrakesh, Fes, and Essaouira in Morroco.

May 10, 2012
Morocco Series: A tour of my favorite Moroccan guest house

In between hostel stays, Chris and I treated ourselves to a night in the Riad Lalla Mogador, in the city Essaouira. It’s actually priced really reasonably and just feels like a treat!

*please be patient during photo upload – I’ve specially uploaded higher-res images so you guys get extra detail!

Our room was very authentic and the furnishings reflected the craft/artisan trade that flourishes in Essaouira

Outside our room

Traditional Moroccan homes have no roof in the center, and an open courtyard area in the middle.

The second floor halls

Looking up from the second floor

Plenty of nooks to relax

You take your brunch on the roof, which has some great views – see the beach in the back?

See lots more gorgeous photos at their site, http://www.riadlalla-essaouira.com/

*All photos taken by my boyfriend, Chris

** I am by no means an expert and after 7 days of running around Morocco please feel free to correct me if any information I give in the Morocco Series is incorrect!

February 17, 2010