Today’s guest post comes from Wendy Estes, one of the fabulous gals behind both Layla Grayce and the new modern furnishings site Zinc Door. Wendy is a fellow zigzag lover (it’s no secret that Melisa and I love it), but leave it to this chic lady to create a fabulous nursery design that’s kicked the pattern up a notch by coupling it with another trend—the sophisticated Moroccan vibe.
Commonly found in 16th Century Italian design known as flame stitch embroidery, Chevron has been a trend with staying power for the past couple years. The new Zig-Zag Pink Rug introduced by Dwell Studio immediately caught my attention, inspiring me to create a new pin board on my Pinterest page. Little did I know, my dear friends at Project Nursery were taking note.
In addition to the Italian-influenced Chevron print, I wanted to keep the design sophisticated and fluid, showcasing a nursery as an extension of your home rather than a theme park, if you know what I mean. Craving more “world” influence, I sprinkled the room with Spanish and Moroccan, aka Moorish, design elements. These tile patterns are featured on the crib, hardwood flooring and bone inlaid table. Lanterns are a common design element in Moroccan design, but I opted for a more modern, star-shaped light in place of something literal like this Tangiers pendant.
Comments
Jennifer Duchene
I love chevrons and the mix of sweet & exotic that you have created in this nursery. Delicious. As a designer and creator of Le Chic Cocoons, (women and girls creating their own special retreat) – I believe it is never to early to cultivate a sense of place and style.
Jennifer Duchene
MarissaS
I like your modern take on “Moorish” design elements. “Traditional” Moorish makes me think of exotic patterns and colors and sometimes I find it overwhelming to the senses. Yours is just perfect.
IngridCalloway
I find the usual Moroccan-themed homes and rooms magical yet heavy and over-decorated. As Marissa said, “overwhelming.” So I like your design board. It’s light and the details look really lovely.
Jamie Beckwith
This is a beautiful design. Thank you so much for using our Enigma: Sextan flooring. It looks wonderful with the rest of your selections. I especially love the Chevron pattern!
Sandra
I love everything Moorish/Moroccan! I love how you can play with colors, patterns and various design elements and come up with a fun, magical world.