Showing posts with label contemporary moroccan design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label contemporary moroccan design. Show all posts

Thursday, 22 September 2016

shouf!


There is a chill in the air as autumn settles in here, which has prompted me to try and cosy up the shop


ochre mountain boujid rug


some new, things some old favourites . . . still very much a work-in-progress!


ewwel sugar bowls

Please follow the link and have a look -would love to know what you think!
www.shouf.co,uk



vintage cushion

xPauline



Wednesday, 24 August 2016

shouf! {look!} SUMMER SALE


I am getting busy and trying to get organised as September looms and life shifts up a gear!
So with this in mind
shouf!{look!}
 SUMMER SALE 
 its time to clear the shelves to make space for new stock coming soon!

simply use code: shoufsale at checkout for a 20% DISCOUNT
while stocks last only




Wednesday, 27 April 2016

A little natural inspiration

It was this image below that got my attention . . .



I have been looking at ideas for lampshades and I love the organic shape and material of this one.
And then I started paging through all the images - some lovely things showcased in beautifully simple moroccan interior!
I thought you might like to have a look as well.









ALL IMAGES AND MORE INFORMATION VIA:
 http://www.vosgesparis.com/2016/04/a-beautiful-moroccan-home-decorated-by.html

Thursday, 24 March 2016

A riad in Assilah

I like to think we are all nosy-by-nature when it comes to looking around other peoples homes, 
or is it just me??
 I love getting a chance to look at some of the beautiful homes in and around the medina of Assilah, and this one belonging to the lovely Karine  had me planning my summer vacation the minute I stepped through the door!

If you want to find out more about the house and holiday rental information contact Karine directly here: contact@darkaasilah.com




Loads of terrace and rooftop space to soak up the sunshine and live in the light



Living areas that open out onto a central courtyard.




And so many beautiful carpets!




Perfect spot for reading your book I think!



Sleeping space for the whole family and more.



A great kitchen in shades of grey and black in contrast to the white of the house.



A cosy corner of pattern and colour.



And finally . . . a seaview!
see you in Assilah!


Wednesday, 19 November 2014

Designed by eWWel.

I first discovered the ceramics of eWWel on display in the FACTORY in the medina of Assilah. In fact I treated myself  - a little birthday gift from me to me - with some of their lovely black and white ceramic cups. Not long after that I met Sarah , one half of the team, and found out a little more about their venture into contemporary Moroccan design and ceramics.




Q: Tell us a little about yourselves and eWWel.

We are Julie and Sarah, both from France and have been in Tanger for almost 3 years. Even though we are from neighbouring regions in France, we met in Morocco. We are both passionate about design and deco, and in January this year, decided to combine our ideas to create our own brand eWWel (which means DREAM in Berber). We work together every day on all aspects of the business from the creation and design side to the media and communication and updating of our website.

Nous sommes Julie et Sarah, deux françaises installées à Tanger depuis bientôt 3 ans. Même si nous sommes originaires de régions voisines, c’est au Maroc que nous nous sommes rencontrées. Passionnées de déco, nous avons décidé d’associer nos idées pour créer notre propre marque, Ewwel (rêver en langue berbère), en Janvier 2014. Nous travaillons chaque jour ensemble aussi bien sur la partie création que sur la partie communication avec des séances de prises de vue et la mise à jour de notre site internet.




Q: What made you decide to create contemporary ceramics in Morocco?

We love Moroccan craftsmanship, its diversity, its wealth, and its history. We also like the more contemporary decor. Having a foothold in Fez, our choice fell on ceramics, working the earth while being highly symbolic and with infinite possibilities. So we decided to combine the Moroccan expertise with western design in creating our first collection of ceramic tableware made entirely by hand by one of the best potters in the city. We wanted to create a a collection in our own image, a reflection of our different cultures whether by origin or adoption.


Nous adorons l’artisanat marocain, sa diversité, sa richesse et son histoire. Nous aimons également la déco plus contemporaine. Ayant un pied à terre à Fès, notre choix s’est porté sur la céramique, le travail de la terre, hautement symbolique et avec d’infinies possibilités. Nous avons donc décidé d’associer le savoir-faire marocain au design occidental en créant notre première collection de vaisselle en céramique, entièrement réalisée à la main par un des meilleurs artisans potiers de la ville. Nous avons voulu créer une collection à notre image, reflet de nos différentes cultures, qu’elles soient d’origines ou d’adoption.




Q: Can you tell us a little about the inspiration behind eWWel designs.

Being a veritable melting pot, Tanger inspires us. It is Africa, but with Europe is still visible in the distance . . . here everything is possible. It is an atmosphere that is conducive to creativity. We draw our inspiration from oriental graphics, but equally from Scandinavian and retro designs to create what we hope is an authentic and modern collection.

Véritable melting-pot, Tanger nous inspire. L’Afrique, mais l’Europe visible au loin… Ici, tout est possible. Une atmosphère particulière propice à la création. Nous puisons notre inspiration dans le graphisme oriental, mais également dans le design scandinave et le rétro pour créer des collections modernes et authentiques.





Q: What is the best part of creating your products for you?


We both like the creation and design part. But what we love most of all is the final realisation of our products - that moment when the product we had imagined and designed finally comes out of the kiln.


La partie création et conception nous plait énormément. Mais ce que nous aimons par dessus tout, c’est la réalisation finale de nos produits. Lorsque que le produit que nous avions imaginé et dessiné est enfin sorti du four.







Q: If people want to buy your work where can they find it?

Our products are available in many shops in Morocco: Las Chicas in Tanger, Factory in Asilah, End Awa in Marrakech as well as Casablanca Vintage Market. We can also be contacted directly via FaceBook 

Nos créations sont en vente dans plusieurs boutiques au Maroc : Las Chicas à Tanger, Factory à Asilah, Fin Awa à Marrakech et à l’Atelier Vintage à Casablanca.
Vous pouvez également nous contacter directement via notre page Facebook 




Q What are the plans and dreams for eWWel for 2015?

We are currently working on the next collection by broadening the range with new products (teapots, plates and trays). We would also like to create other types of decorative items using different materials such as wood and cotton. Our dream . . . ? Having our own workshop-boutique right here in Tanger!

Nous travaillons actuellement sur la prochaine collection en élargissant la gamme avec de nouveaux produits (théières, assiettes et plateaux). Dans nos projets les plus ambitieux, nous aimerions créer d’autres types d’articles de décoration en utilisant différents matériaux comme le bois ou le coton.
Notre rêve ? Avoir notre propre atelier-boutique, ici à Tanger! 





Q and of course . . . where is your favourite place for tea or coffee in Tanger?

We like to be creative around a mint tea in the cafe of the Cinematheque de Tanger -a place that we love with its authentic retro feel!

Nous aimons animer nos séances de travail autour d’un thé à la menthe au café de la cinémathèque de Tanger. Un lieu authentique, rétro et culturel. Tout ce qu’on aime!




Julie & Sarah getting creative over some mint tea at the Cinematheque!





Wednesday, 1 October 2014

the FACTORY in Assilah

Tucked away down one of the side alleys (there aren't that many alleys in Assilah, so not hard to find!!) is a relative newcomer to the medina - the FACTORY opened its doors in April this year and has become a welcome diversion to the usual medina fare, as owner and curator Guillaume makes it his business to source beautifully crafted items for his boutique. 
His aim being to provide both Moroccans and visitors from further afield with something unique in his collection of jewellery and homeware. Choose froma display of dazzling rings for your fingers, beautiful ceramics, or the array of  colourful pashminas, perfect for those sunset moments.


The collection includes statement jewellery from India.


And Milan



 As well as some work by contemporary Moroccan designers


The items are all beautifully presented and packaged,
 {and you know how i feel about good packaging}


The white spaces are punctuated by bursts of colour, a welcome relief from the sensory overload of the medina



These jewel coloured hammocks are on my wish list!
If any of these items are on your wish list contact Guillaume  here: gumicside@gmail.com

or better still . . . 

come to the medina and see for yourself!
x


Tuesday, 28 January 2014

Home on the Straits

A bright and eclectic family home in Tangiers




"The visual artist Yto Barrada grew up in Tangier, in a house nestled in a large park along the cliffs overlooking the Strait of Gibrltar. She then moved to New York, Paris, Jerusalem, finally returning to her childhood home with her husband Sean and their daughter Vega"
(source: Milk  )


















source: Milk 
original text: Marie Mersier
photographs: Julie Ansiau