Lessons from decorating my own majlis
Abeer
Low seating, warm textiles and room for guests: what worked when I redesigned our majlis.
The majlis is where we welcome people, so it has to be comfortable for many guests at once.
Seating comes first
We kept traditional low seating along the walls and added a few firm cushions for back support.
Warm, durable textiles
Wool rugs and woven fabrics handle busy evenings and still look beautiful.
Light for conversation
Wall lights and lanterns give a warm glow without glare, so the room feels welcoming late into the night.