Arabic decoration causes a certain fascination in the Western world. Its carved wooden furniture, its wrought iron lamps, its rugs and tapestries… they seduce us both for their style and for their colors. Arabic crafts exude exoticism and it is not uncommon to find small touches of it in Western homes.
Lamps and lanterns are one of the most striking elements of Moroccan homes. Handcrafted in steel, copper, bronze or wood, they have engraved on all its faces that allow light to pass out. Used to decorate hallways, living rooms and bedrooms, they do not go unnoticed.
Characteristics of arabic lamps
Traditionally in the design of Arabic lamps, both curved shapes and shapes have been used. multi-faceted figures that simulate them. They therefore present a radial and symmetrical design, generally simple in terms of shape but very rich, however, in details.
Arabic lamps present quality prints on all their faces. These allow light to pass through and draw intricate shadows with geometric or floral patterns on the walls and ceilings that add a magical air to the room. Lamps, in addition to being a decorative element, thus become a tool to create an atmosphere full of exoticism.
The characteristics mentioned so far are common both in large ceiling lamps and in table lamps or lanterns. The latter, however, often present an additional feature in their design: inlays of colorful crystals.
Decorate with arabic lamps
Arabic lamps are usually large in size and hang several meters below the ceiling. It is this type of lamp that can become an indispensable element of the room if it is placed in the center of it. You will find it in many magazine interiors on the coffee table in the classroom.
Traditional Arabic lamps used to be used in rooms with high ceilings, hence they hung several meters below it. Today its design has been adapted to adapt to smaller rooms, reducing both its size and the length of the chain. And they have also undergone aesthetic changes, acquiring more contemporary designs, less recharged.
Lanterns both for their size and for being easily transportable, They are usually placed on the floor or the surface of tables and comfortable. It is common to find them on the bedside table, where they create a really attractive pattern of shadows when day falls.
Other corners of the house also benefit from this magical atmosphere that they create when they are turned on. Place them next to the sofa to provide the space with a more intimate evening or on a low table in the Chill zone to create an atmosphere that helps you relax. You can also use them outdoors, marking paths or by the pool.
Lamp groups
It is no secret that in the last decade there has been a certain tendency to decorate spaces with groups of lamps. What if we want to adapt this trend to Arabic lamps? As with the rest, we can play with lamps of different sizes, shapes or colors, as long as they keep some common feature. If you are looking to add a modern and personal touch to the lighting in your home, this is a good way to do it.
There are also designs on the market already manufactured. They are generally made up of lamps of the same design of the same or different size that hang from the same base from the ceiling. Especially striking are those that descend from circular, spiral shape.
Arabic lamps are a fantastic tool to give you a touch of exoticism to a certain room. Pair them with carved wooden furniture and colorful rugs and poufs for a Moroccan-inspired stay. Choose dark furniture and textiles in all reds, oranges, and purples for a traditional aesthetic. If, on the other hand, you are looking for a more modern aesthetic, bet on white furniture, textiles in softer colors and lamps with less ornate designs.