Geometric complexity radiating from central points, each motif reflecting itself into kaleidoscopic density. Alara translates centuries of Islamic tilework tradition into printed form, where mathematical precision meets ornamental abundance.
The pattern layers geometric stars, polygons, and interlacing bands in characteristic Middle Eastern and North African vocabulary. Colours saturate the composition: deep blues recall Iznik ceramics, terracottas echo Moroccan zellij, golds reference Persian miniatures. Each element nests within the next, creating visual depth through overlapping forms. The symmetry follows traditional Islamic geometric principles, where pattern repeats infinitely in all directions, no beginning or end visible. Scale reads dense and intricate, demanding close inspection to appreciate layered detail.
Printed in Cornwall with precision registration ensuring crisp pattern alignment across complex geometric intersections. The printing process maintains colour vibrancy essential to the design's impact.
Alara suits spaces embracing maximalist aesthetics: dining rooms, powder rooms, entrance halls where bold pattern creates immediate impression. The complexity requires careful placement; consider single feature walls to prevent visual overwhelm. Works best in rooms with simple furnishings allowing the pattern to dominate without competition.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Width: 75cm per roll
- Length: 7 metres
- Pattern alignment: Straight match
- Repeat: Complex geometric repeat
- Installation: Butt joint
CARE: Wipe clean with soft damp cloth; the intricate pattern conceals minor marks well.
BRING THIS HOME Where geometry becomes devotion, walls speak in the language of infinite pattern.
Sisuverse Journal | Nest & Nurtured
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