A blue Moroccan door amongst green plants

by Monique Tekstra-van Lochem

A deep blue Moroccan door, almost hidden amongst a lush collection of green plants and climbing plants. In a narrow alleyway in Chefchaouen, Morocco, this little green oasis forms a striking contrast to the blue-painted façade. The wooden door is painted in an intense cobalt blue and adorned with black metal decorative nails that together form a geometric pattern. Above the entrance lie warm terracotta roof tiles. The walls are white and a soft pastel blue, whilst the plants surrounding the door provide a vibrant palette of dark green, olive green, fresh green and yellow-green.

Plants are growing everywhere. Large leaves hang in front of the door, climbing plants wind their way up the façade, and various types of potted plants stand close together in terracotta planters. The combination of natural forms, weathered walls and traditional architecture gives this place an almost botanical feel.

I took this photograph in the medina of Chefchaouen, the famous blue-painted town in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. What drew me here was how the residents use plants and simple flowerpots to create a very personal, green space right in the heart of the town.

As wall art, this botanical travel photograph brings colour and nature into your home. The vibrant cobalt blue contrasts beautifully with the various shades of green, whilst terracotta and soft pastel tones add warmth.

A characterful piece of art for lovers of plants, green interiors, Mediterranean architecture and authentic travel photography. The combination of blue, green and natural materials fits beautifully into a botanical, bohemian, eclectic or Mediterranean interior.