Salaam my friends! Ramadan is around the corner, and you may be thinking about creating a prayer space in your home. Whether you have an entire room or just a small corner, having a dedicated place for prayer can…
The Middle Eastern style of decorating is highly influenced by Islamic design. In this category, we explore the elements of Islamic design, discuss the origin of the Middle Eastern style of decorating, and dive into the history of Islamic art and architecture. We strive to raise awareness about Islam by focusing on the magnificence of Islamic art and design.
Salaam my friends! Ramadan is around the corner, and you may be thinking about creating a prayer space in your home. Whether you have an entire room or just a small corner, having a dedicated place for prayer can…
As Muslims, our homes are more than just physical spaces – they’re places of worship, family connection, and hospitality. A clutter-free home fosters an environment of peace, making it easier to focus on ibadah (worship), enjoy time with loved…
I’m still in Amman unable to return back to the U.S due to Covid-19 and it looks like I’ll be here through Ramadan. While this was not my original plan, I’m excited to spend Ramadan in my childhood home…
Now that Ramadan is around the corner some of you may be thinking about prayer rooms. How can you create a space in your home that will allow you to quietly reflect inward and connect with Allah? Alhamdulilah, Allah…
I am amazed by the creative talent of early Muslim artists that generated breath taking geometric mosaic designs that we are still fascinated with to this day. See below the mosaic work on the Dome of the rock in…
I’m not sure about you but I love the look of traditional style floor seating. Its cosy. It’s comfortable. It’s relaxing. Traditional floor seating (also known as Jalsa or Divan) is popular in the Muslim world (See why here…
The Middle Eastern style is about wealth and luxury, but also about simplicity and comfort. My decorating style blends the traditional Middle Eastern style with contemporary elegance. If you want to add a Middle Eastern charm to your home, here…
In 1992 I immigrated from Jordan to the United States. While it was exciting to experience something new, it wasn’t long before I started to feel homesick. To ease my loneliness, I began surrounding myself with family photos, books,…
I recently shared an article where we took a closer look at Arabic calligraphy and how it evolved through the Islamic dynasties. Today I will explore the original Islamic calligraphy style from which all the calligraphy styles evolved. Can you guess which…
When I ask my customers which calligraphy style they prefer for their stencil custom order, most of them have no idea about the different styles of Arabic calligraphy. I briefly mentioned them in this article but today I would like you to join me…

