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Address: 14 derb sbaâ louyati, Fès el-bali , Fès , Morocco Show on map
Tucked behind the Kairaouine Mosque and University is the most stunning riad (traditional townhouse) in Fès. Like a catwalk model, it has impeccable bone structure. Unlike a model, it also has soaring columns, original painted ceilings and a trim of faintly painted stucco topped by bands of rich, dark cedarwood.Kate and Alaâ have stripped everything back to its original beauty. Whole antique-tiled floors have been raised to insert structural beams and then replaced so carefully that there isn't a hair (or tile) out of place. Their faithfulness to the original is evident everywhere - no superfluous flourishes, just a few enviable antiques, simple white linens and embroidered hendiras (shawls) and haiks (traditional outer garments). The south-facing massriya (guest apartment) with its tiny koubba (domed ceiling) was a total ruin when they started and is now possibly the loveliest suite in Fès. Kate and Alaâ are engaging hosts and foster a sociable, communal atmosphere in the house. The kitchen is open to guests, and meals are taken together. In future they hope to host artisan workshops here.
Tucked behind the Kairaouine Mosque and University is the most stunning riad (traditional townhouse) in Fès. Like a catwalk model, it has impeccable bone structure. Unlike a model, it also has soaring columns, original painted ceilings and a trim of faintly painted stucco topped by bands of rich, dark cedarwood.
Kate and Alaâ have stripped everything back to its original beauty. Whole antique-tiled floors have been raised to insert structural beams and then replaced so carefully that there isn't a hair (or tile) out of place. Their faithfulness to the original is evident everywhere - no superfluous flourishes, just a few enviable antiques, simple white linens and embroidered hendiras (shawls) and haiks (traditional outer garments). The south-facing massriya (guest apartment) with its tiny koubba (domed ceiling) was a total ruin when they started and is now possibly the loveliest suite in Fès. Kate and Alaâ are engaging hosts and foster a sociable, communal atmosphere in the house. The kitchen is open to guests, and meals are taken together. In future they hope to host artisan workshops here.
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