Tuesday Treat: Design Inspiraion from Morocco

I have always been enamored by the colors and design elements of Moroccon decor. I have tried to bring some of those elements in my home as well. The blues, the reds, the green and the gold..... all those bold and bright colors , the arches and domes that pronounce Moroccan architecture....all seem to add to the mystic charm of Moroccan themed decor.

Here's some visual insipration from the land of contrasts.....

Images: Pinterest

My home office

The last few weekends, hubby and I have spent some time cleaning and organizing our home office, little by little. Few weekends, just for one room...you ask?? Yup...., that's right!
We have the luxury of a spare room that we call our home office, with two desks, a couple of bookcases and (sob..!) lots of clutter. So....for all of you who have seen my home tour here & here and wonder how my home looks nice in those pictures...let me confess, I do have my share of clutter and unruliness, all tucked away in this room. Tangled wires, a load of  unsorted mail, growing pile of paperwork, my in-progress crafts and projects; and anything else that does not find place elsewhere in our home, finds its way to this room. With all our effort, its cleaner now, but nowhere close to being called a pretty space.

Ever since we moved into our home, the office has been the most ignored room of all.....even though husband and I spend a considerable amount of time here. It is also the place from where I blog. Which brings me to the realization that before I get started on my bedroom makeover, I should do something about this room first.

Here is some inspiration that I gathered....

This is the office of Jen from Made By Girl.

I'm drawn to the dark wall and the white shelving in the above rooms....

And look at these creative ways to stay organized.....

Last but not the least, inspiring words framed up and displayed as art...

Do you like these rooms...? Which one do you like the most? 

I'll soon start planning my home office makeover....will keep you all posted. 

Le Sutra

Very recently, I chanced to know about Le sutra, the world's first Indian Art Hotel. When I visited their website, I was floored by the design of their rooms and the bold and unique art that forms a part of each of thier rooms.

"The 16 rooms at Le Sutra are based on 'characters' (Ravana, Ashoka, Buddha) or 'characteristics' (sensuality, love, purification) inspired by Indian mythos.
Every room is a virtual canvas where the story forms the guest experience. It is subtly composed through art - paintings, artifacts, chairs, inlays and sculptures; narrating their part, showcasing diverse themes and philosophies."

To read more about this unique hotel, visit the website here.
All images: Le sutra

Mom Cave

Have you heard of a 'Mom Cave'? Well, until very recently, I hadn't. I got to know about the concept through Houzz.
A 'mom cave' is a place that a woman can call her own, a retreat right at home, where she can just go unwind and have some 'alone time'. The idea is gaining more and more popularity in today's world. Every woman- whether a mom or not, would love such a space (I think...), a place with all the things that you love surrounding you. I totally Love the idea and I think it would be such a treat to have such a space.

I share an office with my husband. There are two desks, one for each one of us, with each of our computers, lots of papers, books, stationery......its nothing close to being pretty or anything. I do sometime envision the space to transform into something inviting and dazzling....If that ever happens, I would take inspiration from these rooms.

contemporary home office design by dc metro interior designer Kelly Porter

eclectic home office design by san francisco interior designer Kelly Berg, Arte Styling

eclectic home office design by san francisco photographer Ed Ritger Photography

Images: via Houzz

I want to add one more room here- only because I really like it, this amazing studio which belongs to Kamini of Saffron and Silk

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I WANT one of these.....!

Dreamy white bedrooms

I'm a gal who loves color, a lot of it. 

But who can resist these totally drool worthy bedrooms. Can you...???

I'm so loving this one below- all white with a little dash of color added by the block printed quilt and cushion.

Images: via

Escape to tranquility

Wouldn't you just love to go and stay in one of these rooms for a few days?

And spend some time relaxing here....

All images via here

All these places are in Rajasthan, India- forts & havelis converted into hotels. The charming interiors of the rooms, the gorgeous walls, the delightful rajasthani furnishings and artwork, the serene exteriors, the stunning views, all seem extremely inviting.  Even though my stay in India is packed- with two weddings in the family- I'm so tempted to stay in one of these places even for just a couple of days.