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SYMMETRY RULES As a geometer, Aziza finds harmony in symmetrical elements.

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ANECLECTIC MIX OF BRIC-A-BRACS

BY DEBRINA ALIYAHPHOTOGRAPHY BY KAREN GINES

THE HOME OF MAJID AND AZIZA WASI DRAWS DEEPLY FROM MOTIFS AND PATTERNS, PARTICULARLY OF TRADITIONAL ELEMENTS, AND ARRIVES AT A PERFECT BALANCE OF COLOUR AND DESIGN. IT’S A COMING TOGETHER OF TWO CREATIVE INDIVIDUALS THAT RESULTED IN THIS WARM COZY HOME IN DOHA’S SUBURBS.

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Aziza’s a geometer and an artist while Majid is a PR professional with a keen eye for style. Taking advantage of the space’s natural light, the couple set about creating a synergy of clean, modern pieces offset by intricate, traditional elements, whether it’s a cushion cover or a trinket box.

Though the couple shares similar tastes, it was a process of compromise in decorating the home. “I like art for art’s sake, whereas Aziza wants objects to be functional as well or they don’t fit in. We also have a cat or two, so we try not to get too attached to our upholstery,” Majid jests.

In the living room, a golden yellow wall with art forms the main focal point with an Islamic-inspired blue and white theme, and objects reflective of its origins find their places around the room. Ceramic plates from Turkey, framed kitchen tiles from Morocco, cyanotype prints from Andalusia, and some of Majid’s own artistic work form a seemingly random collection, all of which come together in a harmonising colour theme. “We also have a collection of hand-painted ceramic knobs, and literally every single cabinet door of the

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BALANCE AND COLOURBottom: Sun-yellow, mushroom grey, pale cream and deep brown form the main palette. Right: Ikat and embroidery add vibrancy to the space.

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MODERN MEETSTRADITIONTradition reflects in the crafts the couple collects yet it is presented in a modern perspective.

“We have a collection of hand-painted ceramic knobs, and every single cabinet

door of the house has a different one.”

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house has a different one,” Majid shares. Pieces of furniture have been curated

over time from mass stores in Doha but the real gems are the small carved wooden pieces from India, custom orders from Souq Haraj in Najma, and

a handmade mirror work wall hanging from Kutch in Gujarat. The couple’s first buy for the home was a day bed in dark brown wood with Chinese motifs while a complex 18-point star paper lantern purchased for their wedding décor finally took the limelight when they moved into this flat. “Souq Haraj has been a real treasure trove. Interestingly enough, some of the pieces in the house that get the most compliments are real bargains from the Souq. We have picked up chairs for under QR50 that have added real value to the décor and carried forward

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““Souq Haraj has been a real treasure trove. Interestingly enough, some of the pieces in the house that get the most compliments are real bargains from the Souq.”

BLUE AND WHITEThe wall art adheres to a Islamic-inspired blue and white colour theme.

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our design inspiration,” Majid explains. The Souq was also the place where they found a one-of-a-kind ash grey Persian-inspired rug that now forms the main focal point for their work studio space.

Within the space unfolds stories of travels and friendships, with mementoes that have been gifted by friends and loved ones and purchases of significance. “We are both collectors, so the house has a lot of stories,” he says. Hand-painted Romanian eggs in a jar, hand-painted wooden tulips from Amsterdam and a beautiful hand-blown oil jar from Mallorca are some of the curiosities. The couple’s prized possessions, though, are an intricately carved silver jewellery box that was a wedding gift, a handmade Zellig tile from Fès, and Aziza’s works of Islamic geometry paintings that cover the walls.

Though it’s only been a little over half a year since the couple has moved into this flat, the vibrancy of the shades and décor emits an instant homey touch. “Like with all other couples, we have had our share of huffing and puffing when setting up the home but we are glad that it’s all come together very neatly and our sense of design appeals to everyone who visits our home for the first time.”

PERSONAL TOUCHAn eighteen-point star paper lantern bought as part of the couple’s wedding decor finally finds its place in their new home.