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Just over two years ago, I received a late invitation from a friend asking if I wanted to accompany her to Turkey for a long weekend. Quicker than you can say Bosporus, I packed my bags and headed to the city which unites Europe and Asia, Istanbul, ready to explore its narrow souks for beguiling textiles from across the country. That trip has since inspired a particular style of decoration which I want to share with you, combining both the ancient and the modern with fresh, travel-inspired ideas to bring Turkish flair to your home. No trip to Istanbul is...

Turkish mosaic lamps will bring that warm, homey glow to any house and are particularly effective when used in a setting rich in natural materials like hardwood floors, Persian rugs, sumptuous hand-embroidered cushions and antique wood furnishings. Use them as an area light in the foyer, pendants over the island in the kitchen, table lamps next to the sofa or your favorite recliner or floor lamps to create a focal point. Turkish mosaic lamps are not just for historic homes however. Even the most openly modern home can benefit from using one of these amazing handmade lamps to add just the right amount of color to a space.