Interior Design Tips Inspired by the Beauty of Turkey

Many homeowners feel inspired to recreate the beauty they experience during their Turkey holidays within their own living spaces. If your recent trip to Turkey has motivated you to do the same, here’s how to bring the warmth, colour and artistry of Turkish design into your own home.

1. Embracing Traditional Turkish Textiles

Turkish culture, tradition and history has long been interwoven with textiles. From felting to kilim weaving, knowledge and skills have been passed down through generations of Turkish families to keep traditional methods alive.

As such, textiles are very much at the centre of Turkish family life, whether it’s the practicality of soumak bags used by nomadic peoples, the weaving of goat hair into tents, or traditional Turkish towels (peşkir).

You can easily introduce Turkish textiles into your home with the addition of soft furnishings such as handwoven, tasselled scatter cushions, and vibrant, woven rugs. Turkish curtains – with jewel colours, traditional motifs, and brocade trims, can also make features of your windows – even if the views aren’t quite the same!

2. Using Natural Materials and Craftsmanship

Turkey’s history with ceramics began in early Anatolia, and Turkish ceramics continue to be world-renowned today. Whether it’s the use of Iznik pottery for dinner parties, mosaic tiles for your bathroom, or displaying Turkish plates as wall decor, there are lots of ways to use traditional Turkish ceramics in your home.

Incorporating other natural materials will also help to give your home a Turkish flair. Opt for untreated natural stone, carved wood, and copper accents to give your home a timeless, grounded feel.

3. Featuring Ottoman-Inspired Architectural Details

While you may not be able to alter the architecture of your home, playing with architectural details such as domes and arches through your décor or furnishings will give a Turkish vibe, without the need for extensive remodelling!

Ornamental detailing inspired by Ottoman palaces, such as intricate patterned tiles, glass lanterns, and sumptuous low seating will also give a distinctly Turkish flavour in a subtle way that can easily be blended with contemporary styling.

4. Bringing in Colour Through Iznik Tiles and Decorative Accents

Bring a touch of Turkish delight to your home’s interior with the right colour palette. Think rich jewel tones like deep reds, greens and golds to give even the smallest spaces a luxury palatial feel.

The natural warmth of terracotta also makes an excellent jumping off point for neutral interiors that still speak to the richness of Turkey’s colour palette. Terracotta can be paired with true neutrals like white, cream and beige, or used alongside earthy greens like olive and sage.

Alternatively, you might opt for the vivid blues of the country’s iconic Iznik tiles to create a space that will immediately transport you back to Turkey, even when you’re at home.

Final Thoughts

Bringing elements of Turkish design into your home is an effortless way to add warmth, colour and cultural depth to your space. Whether you choose traditional textiles, natural materials, or Ottoman-inspired accents, each detail helps create an environment that feels rich in history yet perfectly suited to modern living. With a few thoughtful touches, you can enjoy the beauty and charm of Turkey every day.