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Interior design by Gregory Bissonnette. Photo: ElleDecor.com
An item on my current lust list is a traditional Beni Ouarian rug. I so want to toss the cowhide in my living room and replace it with one of these eclectic beauties! They have such a timeless look and are a great way to add an ethnic touch to your decor. You’ve seen them in your favorite shelter magazines and above is a perfect example from Elle Decor. These authentic tribal rugs are hand woven by people of the Beni Ouarian tribe and other neighboring Berber tribes that reside in the Atlas mountains of Morocco. They’re made of wool and typically feature a black diamond pattern woven into a cream foreground which is often accompanied by other tribal patterns. Because they’re hand woven, no two are alike! Originally these were used as blankets for protection from the cold but they’ve found a place as a totally chic decorative flooring accent. Be warned though…authentic Beni Ouarain carpets can be quite expensive. Below are a few resources for bringing this look into your own home including an affordable, look-alike find from Anthropologie. Check it out!
1. Beni Ouarain Tribal Antique Rug: $2200 at Pavilion Antiques via 1st Dibs | 2. Beni Ourarain Pile Carpet: $6000 at Calvin-Morris Gallery via 1st Dibs | 3. GET THE LOOK FOR LESS! Flokati Diamond Rug: From $598 at Anthropologie
A few other great sources for these beautiful Moroccan rugs are eBay, Mosaik in LA and The Moroccan Room. And below are a few more inspiration photos to show how you can bring this eclectic look into your own home!
Tom Delavan – Photo: Patrick Cline/Trad Home
Roman & Williams
Photo: Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles/via Sketch 42
Jenna Lyons – Photo: Living Etc
Jonathan Adler
Michael S. Smith – Photo via Elle Decor
Palmer Weiss
Aug 17, 2011
I am with you! I would love one of these rugs and get rid of the hide!
Aug 17, 2011
thanks for alerting me to the true name of these rugs. i have always just called them moroccan rugs when i am searching. have been thinking about getting one of these babies for my house. love the look just worry about the dirt since they are mostly cream in color.
Aug 17, 2011
I swear I just read recently someone DIY-ed one by painting a cream shag rug. It looked pretty good, actually.
Aug 17, 2011
I’m not generally into ethnic design elements, but the Ouarain rug is a wonderful piece. It doesn’t scream Moroccan and could easily fit in with more traditional decor.
Aug 19, 2011
i LOVE these rugs too and one is also on my wish/lust list. you should check out the blog My Marrakesh – Maryam sells a wide range of authentic Ouarain rugs at reasonable prices (considering how expensive they can get!).
xo
Aug 21, 2011
On my wishlist, I’ve been saving my coins for one these.
Sep 13, 2011
Hi Nicole,
Terrific post on Beni Ouarain rugs, we had one at my parents country home, and it lasted us a lifetime, they are incredibly durable and so decorative and warm.
decogirlmontreal
Sep 14, 2011
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Oct 23, 2011
Hi,
Beautiful picture collection. My Name is Ali, owner of The Moroccan Room, we specialize in Vintage Beni Ourain Rugs and Berber Pillows, We have just received a new and exciting Fall Collection of dazzling Beni Ourain Rugs.
Please Check out our Website: http://www.themoroccanroom.com
Sincerely,
Ali
(646) 369-8480
Feb 07, 2012
Hi,
I love the inspirational ideas of using Beni Ourain rugs. I am an owner of a exquisite Boutique of tribal and ethnic home decor. I have a beautiful collection of Beni Ourain Vintage rugs at a very reasonable prices. please check my Etsy shop (Koco Boutique) or email me for more information: kocoboutique@gmail.com
Thanks
Rym
Mar 01, 2012
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Mar 06, 2012
these gorgeous BENI OURAIN style rugs are ,indeed,among the hotest ways lately to add warmth , style and cozy handcraft feel to almost all interior design styles.
You can find some of those rugs here :
http://www.moroccan-rug-and-decor.com/moroccan-rugs-and-kilims/beni-ourain-rugs.html
enjoy !
Jul 04, 2012
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Nov 26, 2012
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Dec 12, 2012
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Feb 19, 2013
My name is Hassan from South East of Morocco with big passion for Moroccan rugs.
Check out my shop at etsy for a competitive prices for all kind of Moroccan rugs.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/UnderMoroccanSun?ref=si_shop
Apr 19, 2013
Hi Nocole, nice post. I like it since these rugs have need out of sight for many designers for a long time. To get the real moroccan feeling into a room a bold geometric designed rug is a must. And other than the brighter types like Zemmour and Taznakht the Beni Ourain are easy to fit since they are reduced in color sheme. We have many nice rugs in stock and are getting a new shippment of nice old vintage Beni Ourains. Our website is http://www.beni-ourain.com.