Morocco has been on my Must Visit list for ages, but upon seeing this home I might as well pack up and move there.  A stunningly renovated riad or courtyard house in Essaouria has inviting warmth and awe-inspiring architectural details.  The teams of artisans, tile, wood, and stone carvers must have labored for months to restore each intricate detail … Full story and more photos here.

A favorite feature: reading nook {or a place for an afternoon nap}. Happy Friday and have a wonderful weekend!  Looking forward to sharing NYC with you next week …

{Images via Architectural Digest, Photography by Simon Watson}