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Moroccan Lanterns - an Escape Into Moroccan Furniture
In a perfect world, you would be in your Mediterranean parlor, reclining on a luxuriously upholstered ottoman with a warm bowl of harira soup. At this moment, however, the rich comforts of Moroccan furniture seem impossibly far away. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 25/02/2008 | Accessories
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Moroccan Decor - the Mystery of Moroccan Lanterns
The Moroccan door stands slightly ajar, its hand-carved patterns so intricate that you momentarily forget why you are here. A covert mission. With a deep breath, you push open the elaborate door and step into the room. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 17/02/2008 | Art
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The Secret of Moroccan Lanterns
In a dream. Morocco. You suddenly find yourself back in the Mediterranean parlor which has consumed your subconscious for many months. The armoire, the ottoman, the ornate Moroccan tiles and ceilings- all the details which seem so vivid to you at this moment have always managed to slip just below reach of the waking mind. Then you see the Moroccan lanterns. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 15/02/2008 | Remodeling
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Reverie of the Moroccan Furniture
You nod politely to your father-in-law. He sits across from you, making wild gestures as he emphatically lauds the virtues of plastic. You have never been so bored in your life. Fortunately, you have good taste. Here in your Mediterranean parlor, the Moroccan furniture captivates your attention with exotic tales of adventure and romance. You are sustained by the elaborate decor which has afforded you with infinite distraction in the past. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 07/02/2008 | Furniture
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Moroccan Furniture - Moroccan Lamps and Moroccan Lanterns
Imagine coming home after a long day’s work and slipping into a living room oasis where you’re bathed in soft reds, yellows and oranges while resting on a plush cushion, next to a set of mini palm trees, breathing in the scent of Jasmine incense, listening to light jazz flutes. Selecting furniture isn’t just about functionality anymore; it’s about creating a comfortable habitat where you can relax, de-stress and enjoy your downtime. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 04/02/2008 | Furniture
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Moroccan Lamps - What is so Special About Moroccan Lamps?
You don’t have to be an expert lighting tech with a degree in Cinematography to properly light your home. Take a look around, taking into consideration where people typically sit and what they’re doing. Do you just use the living room for watching television? Do you entertain guests, sometimes eat dinner there or read books? Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 01/02/2008 | Accessories
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Moroccan Lanterns - the Hall of the Moroccan Lanterns
Your lover leaves too soon, walking away from the intimacy of your Mediterranean parlor and into the hall of Moroccan lanterns. The thrill is not gone, however, and the night is still young. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 31/01/2008 | Interior Design
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Moroccan Lighting - Moroccan Lamps, Sconces and Lanterns
Many people like Moroccan sconces because they direct the light upwards, so it’s not blinding them. Also, because it’s positioned on a wall, the kids aren’t knocking it over or creating a fire hazard. In fact, the very meaning of the word “sconce” comes from Latin and French derivation, meaning “that which is covered or protected.” In medieval times, sconces were candlestick holders that were used to light long castle corridors. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 23/01/2008 | Art
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Mediterranean Decor and Mediterranean Furniture
This is your sanctuary. Vibrant blue walls, high ceilings, rounded archways, built-in shelves. Sun filters in through the tall windows during the day; the room comes to life with glowing reds, oranges and yellows from the Moroccan lamps by night. A comfortable white sofa with a sunset-colored throw sits atop a stunning, finely decorated, Turkish-inspired rug. Small, stocky palm trees sit in large hand-painted clay pots and a Cleopatra end table dazzles beholders. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 23/01/2008 | Interior Design
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How Mediterranean Furniture and Decor Can Perk Up your Home
Mediterranean decor can bring that carefree, bright and windswept feeling of being on vacation in a beautiful, ocean-side resort back into your heart. The Mediterranean Basin merges Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Greek and Moroccan designs that could add a splash of refreshing boldness and charm to your daily dwelling space, transforming it into a retreat chalk full of cultural tradition. Read
By: Adeal Benhayoun | 22/01/2008 | Furniture