How to Create an Aladdin Inspired Home

We are going to open up a ‘whole new world’ of interior design this October with these fabulous ideas for creating an Aladdin themed home. With its fabulous Arabian setting and colourful and interesting characters this Disney film will provide you with a plethora of themes and ideas that will add warmth and style to your autumn/winter decor. From the elegance of the beautiful Princess Jasmine to the comical craziness of the Genie you can create a distinctive interior that is cosy yet flamboyant.

For me no Aladdin themed home would be complete without a fabulous ‘magic carpet’. A bold patterned rug with hints of gold metallic thread and tassels provides a simple and cost effective way to add an Arabian ambiance to your living room or bedroom interior. Select rich reds, orange and yellow or vivid jewel tones such as fuchsia, purple and royal blue in Kilim and Persian style patterns that will look great in both modern and classic home decors.

For a truly artistic nod to the famous flying carpet scene then take a look at these amazing optical illusion coffee tables (right) that give the impression of a floating rug but are fully functional as a table and will make an artistic statement in the centre of your living room interior.

If you had three wishes for your interior what would they be? Well why not create your very own genie inspired home decor and see if your dreams will come true. Genie style lamps make a great accessory in a living room or bedroom interior and come in a wide range of styles to suit all decors and tastes.

Classic gold and silver lamps with their beautiful curvaceous shapes will look fabulous in both neutral homes and bold Arabian decors and can be displayed on a side table, mantle piece or bedside for an eye-catching metallic focal point. These lamps can also be displayed in fabulous mosaic style designs that are typical of Persian and middle eastern interior design. For a further nod to the film then position a piece of wall art depicting the Disney Genie near or above the lamp itself for a fun yet stylish look.

To recreate the fabulous luxury and glamour of Princess Jasmine’s Palace then select authentic Arabian style decor with hints of blue that will pay homage to the sumptuous blue colour of Jasmine’s dress and the instantly recognisable colour of the Genie. I love these intricate and textural Moroccan tile designs that will look particularly striking in a bathroom or kitchen interior and can even be used as a flooring design for a classic Middle Eastern feel. Combine these blue tiles with white and gold tiles to represent the colours associated with Jasmine and Aladdin and add some Moroccan style star and moon shaped tiles to reflect their romantic flying carpet journey.

Arabian lanterns make a great feature in a bold or neutral home interior and their gorgeous jewelled tones and metallic frames will create a magical and traditional look within your home. Select curvaceous tear drop shaped ceiling lights that can be hung strategically over a bed or sofa or a traditional eastern style day bed for a stylish and functional focal point.

If you are choosing this theme for a children’s bedroom then why not embrace some of the fabulous animal characters with some gorgeous toys and decor. You can create a magical backdrop with a fabulous wall mural or sticker that features a classic Arabian palace or desert style backdrop to add visual detail and colour to your chosen bedroom space.

Then select some large soft toys such as Abu the monkey, Iago the Parrot and a large life size Rajah the tiger that can lie upon the bed or be given its own space on a sofa or window area. Select bedding that features tiger print, or palm trees or ornate Arabian satin for a rich and opulent feel.

For more ideas on creating an Aladdin theme within your home interior, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Aladdin