If you're considering adding a distinctive Moroccan touch to your living room, this list of 30 examples will give you plenty to think about. You'll see how these spaces expertly blend an exotic feel with everyday comfort, featuring everything from detailed tilework to soft fabrics and eye-catching light fixtures.
It’s all about making your own home feel inviting and special.
Layer Cushions to Create Cozy Seating Nooks
Pile on patterned and solid-colored cushions to transform a simple bench or low sofa. Use a mix of sizes and textures, like the striped and embroidered pillows shown, for comfort.
Low Octagonal Table Grounds Seating Area
A carved wooden coffee table with a distinctive octagonal shape and raised legs anchors the seating arrangement. Its low profile and rich, aged wood finish provide a grounded feel.
The unique silhouette allows it to hold items without overwhelming the surrounding floor cushions and low-slung seating.
Hanging Decorative Bowls Add Unexpected Vertical Interest
Curved, textured green bowls hang from the ceiling. Suspended by pink ropes, they draw the eye upward.
Ornate Metal Lanterns Cast Patterned Light
Large, detailed metal lanterns cast dappled patterns on the walls and ceiling.
Ornate Metal Tray Hung As Decorative Wall Art
Hang a large, embossed metal tray on a blank wall for an unexpected piece of art. The tray's detailed patterns and reflective surface add texture to a monochromatic space.
Ornate Mirror Anchors African-Inspired Sculptures
A large, circular mirror framed with elaborate metal detailing provides a striking backdrop. The design lifts attention.
Flanking the mirror are two dark, carved wooden figures.
Ornate Valance Frames Window Above Patterned Daybed
A richly patterned fabric valance with a scalloped edge provides a decorative frame for the window. Below, a daybed is layered with a mix of textiles, including a brightly colored, embroidered base cover and an abundance of patterned cushions, forming a plush seating surface.
Dark Wood Coffee Tables Anchor a Dining Space
Dark wood coffee tables with rich, deep tones and sturdy legs anchor a seating area, providing a solid surface for meals or decor. They hold drinks and place settings.
Ornate Dark Wood Bench Adds Seating and Style
Introduce a dark wood bench, featuring carved details and inlaid patterns, as seating. Its low profile and textured cushions create a comfortable spot to rest.
Cluster Ornate Lanterns for a Dramatic Light Fixture
A cluster of ornate, dark metal lanterns hangs from a large circular frame. They sit in a high-ceilinged room, drawing the eye upward.
Hanging Lantern Adds Exotic Illumination
A large, ornate metal lantern hangs from the ceiling. Its detailed metalwork casts interesting shadows, providing ambient light.
Ornate Mirror Reflects Lantern Light
With its gilded frame, a grand, carved mirror guides the eye skyward and brightens the entire area. Its elaborate design works well with the warm glow from the hanging lamp visible in its surface, lending antique character to the reflection.
Textured Wall Hanging Adds Depth Above Sofa
If you need something above the sofa, a long, textured wall hanging made of braided and knotted fabric strips works. This piece adds a soft, organic element, contrasting with the furniture's clean lines and the cushions' geometric patterns.
Ornate Fireplace Screen Adds Patterned Detail
If your fireplace surround needs a refresh, a decorative screen with a geometric pattern is a good way to break up the brick. Its white lattice-like design also brings in some texture.
Ornate Brass Pendant Lights Add Warm Glow
Introduce a warm, ambient glow to your living space by hanging a cluster of elaborate brass pendant lights. These ornamental lamps, with their hammered finish and fine craftsmanship, project beautiful arrangements of light and shadow.
They guide the gaze aloft, lending an exotic touch overhead.
Hexagonal Wood Table Features Carved Inlay
A hexagonal wood table, with its complex carved designs, makes a distinctive centerpiece for your living area. Its finely worked top creates a special place for displaying small plants or ornamental objects.
Layer Rugs for a Cozy, Textured Moroccan Floor
Layer rugs to introduce warmth in your living space. Start with a larger, neutral-toned rug as a base, then add smaller, patterned rugs to define seating areas and add pops of color.
Chevron Mirror Adds Geometric Interest Above Fireplace
On a blank wall, consider this tall, narrow mirror composed of multiple chevron-shaped panels. It's a bold arrangement that creates a strong geometric pattern and offers a unique reflection.
Ornate Trays Serve as Side Tables on Layered Rugs
Decorated brass trays with sculpted edges serve as small side tables. They sit on layered Persian rugs, held by warm wood tripod bases.
Floor Cushions and Layered Rugs Create Casual Seating
Bolster and square cushions in earthy tones and geometric patterns layer over an elaborate rug.
Brass Trays Elevate Small Plant Displays
If you need to group small potted plants and lanterns, use round brass trays on your floor or coffee table. The arrangement adds metallic shine and bounces light around the space.
Patterned Ottoman Doubles as Coffee Table and Footrest
Use this large, star-shaped ottoman as a coffee table or a comfortable footrest. It's covered in bold, contrasting patterns, with a flat top for drinks or decor items.
Ornate Lanterns Add Ambient Glow and Moroccan Style
To cast a warm, inviting glow and introduce authentic cultural flair, place elaborate Moroccan lamps throughout your home. These ornamental items, often featuring fine metalwork and colored glass, function as both lighting and noticeable highlights.
Set them on side tables or the floor to create small areas of ambient light.
Ornate Table with Metal Dome Adds a Dramatic Centerpiece
If you're looking for a functional surface that also brings a distinctive look, consider a low, round coffee table with detailed black and gold inlay.
Draped Fabric Ceiling Creates a Dramatic Canopy Effect
Drape swathes of contrasting fabric across your ceiling to create a dramatic, tent-like effect. Combining colors like deep navy, black, and bright lime green or red adds instant Moroccan flair.
Carved Wooden Chest Provides Dark Contrast Storage
Beside a bright blue sofa, a dark, carved wooden chest provides practical storage. Its detailed surface stands out against the patterned tile floor and smooth upholstery, bringing a textural element.
Silver Trays Add Glamour To Low Coffee Table Setup
On a low coffee table atop a patterned rug, round silver trays with carved lids and handles serve drinks or small dishes, bringing a metallic gleam to the arrangement while keeping items contained. A handy setup.
Pink Upholstered Seating with Built-In Niches
To create a comfortable and unified lounge, consider built-in benches with upholstered pads. The soft pink fabric works well with the surrounding walls.
Integrated alcoves present a place to display small objects or hold drinks.
Layer Textiles for a Richly Patterned Moroccan Lounge
If you want a richly patterned lounge, layer textiles on your floor and walls. Use richly colored rugs, embroidered cushions, and mirrored wall hangings to build texture and color.
White Block Coffee Table with Built-In Shelves
When your living area needs a modern geometric base, consider a low, white block coffee table. It's designed with open cubbies.
