by Maalem Hajj Abdelkader | Aug 30, 2023 | Art and Craftsmanship
Moroccan woodworking and architecture have a long history of influencing each other. From ancient villages to bustling cities, this relationship has shaped the country’s culture and design. Skilled craftsmen called maalems are good at building houses. They use...
by Maalem Hajj Abdelkader | Aug 28, 2023 | Art and Craftsmanship
Islamic art has influenced traditional Moroccan woodworking for many centuries. In Moroccan woodworking, they use designs from Islamic art like shapes, writing, and patterns to make things look pretty and unique. The furniture pieces, such as tables and chairs,...
by Maalem Hajj Abdelkader | Aug 24, 2023 | History and Culture
Globalization has changed Moroccan woodworking in many ways. It has opened up new opportunities for woodworkers to sell their products in other countries and use different materials. But it also means more competition, so woodworkers need to improve their skills and...
by Maalem Hajj Abdelkader | Aug 17, 2023 | Sustainable Woodworking
Preserving Moroccan woodworking is important because it helps us keep the craft alive for a long time. Preservation means taking care of the wooden artworks and making sure they stay in good condition. By doing this, we can make sure that people in the future can see...
by Maalem Hajj Abdelkader | Aug 15, 2023 | Sustainable Woodworking
Climate change is causing big problems for woodworking in Morocco. The weather is getting hotter, there are changes in rainfall, and extreme events like storms are happening more often. All this is hurting the timber industry in the country. Because these changes are...
