Are you looking to give your home a refreshing, makeover? Then a Mediterranean theme could be the perfect choice. Boasting a warm, bright, breezy and welcoming design, we reckon that every home could benefit from at least one Mediterranean touch. The question is, how can you give your home a Mediterranean makeover? For your inspiration here are 4 IDEAL ways to bring a Mediterranean vibe into your home.
BRIGHT ACCENTS
Mediterranean style homes are known for their neutral tones with bright accents that channel the warm and sunny climate in that part of the world. While we may not have quite the same glorious weather here in the UK, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a bright and beautiful home.
When it comes to incorporating colourful accents into your house, blues and yellows are ideal as they both add a bright, airy feel to the home. Consider painting the window frames in your kitchen a bright blue colour for dramatic impact or adding some beautiful Azulejo tiles to your bathroom. Indeed, tiles and mosaics are a prominent feature of many Mediterranean homes and an easy way to add some colour. If you’re looking to make a slightly subtler change, you could invest in blue and yellow coloured home accessories like cushions and lampshades.
EMBRACE EARTH ELEMENTS
One thing that Mediterranean style homes do very well is to blend those bright and bold colours with earthy tones. Warm terracotta, browns and deep oranges help to create an inviting and intimate feel, ideal for giving your home that Mediterranean vibe. One of the best ways to add this earthy tone is via the flooring – think stucco style tiles. However, if your budget can’t quite stretch to that, or you’re worried about the maintenance, you can always invest in vinyl instead. Indeed, vinyl floors feature very realistic designs which don’t look far off the real thing.
CONSIDER A MAJOR TRANSFORMATION
If you want to create a truly Mediterranean style home, you may want to make a few larger changes. For example, Mediterranean walls are often textured, so think about adding plaster or sand-textured walls to your home. You’ll also notice that the architecture on Mediterranean properties is often very curved and modern. So, if you have the budget (and the planning permission) installing an arched doorway or windows will add a villa vibe to your home for sure. If you’re looking to make a slightly less expensive change, why not add balustrades into the home? Glass balustrades from Barrier Components for example, can help to create a brighter, modern and elegant feel, adding a more subtle Mediterranean feel.
DON’T FORGET ABOUT YOUR GARDEN
Because of the warm climate, the Mediterranean people live an outdoor lifestyle where alfresco dining happens nearly every day. Therefore, no Mediterranean style home would be complete without focusing on your garden. While you may not be able to grow the same exotic style plants and flowers as you would in the Mediterranean, consider adding a herb garden, allowing your to add the smell of the region to your garden and the fresh flavours to your cooking. Terra cotta pots, tiered fountains and a long communal table are also hallmarks of a great Mediterranean garden.
