{"id":190473,"date":"2021-01-15T05:28:56","date_gmt":"2021-01-15T13:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nextluxury.com\/?p=190473"},"modified":"2021-01-15T05:28:56","modified_gmt":"2021-01-15T13:28:56","slug":"mediterranean-house-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendeydev.jahaweb.com\/?p=190473","title":{"rendered":"71 Mediterranean House Ideas and Styles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201c<\/i>Marseilles, Barcelona, Trieste, Istanbul\u2014each romances the Mediterranean in its own fashion, mostly by embracing the sea in sweeping C-shaped bays that date back to antiquity.\u201d –<\/strong> <\/em>Andre Aciman <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mediterranean region encompasses all countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea. Regardless of location, many of theses homes share similar architectural characteristics that began emerging in the 10th and 11th centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mediterranean home design includes rough stucco exterior finishes, tile roofs, central courtyards, and a warm color palette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mediterranean architectural style started appearing in the United States in the early 1900s and slowly became a popular house plan in warmer climates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It continues to be a favorite home style in Florida, California, and throughout the Southwest. Look through this gallery and find out why the warm, welcoming design of a Mediterranean home may be the best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Explore Colorful Accents in Mediterranean Homes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the basic color palette of Mediterranean houses is traditionally neutral\u2014with white, off-white, natural wood, and terra cotta finishes\u2014the details are usually colorful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neutral toned tile floors are often decorated with colorful tile accents and borders. Cobalt blue, mustard gold, earthy red, and hunter green all appear frequently in Mediterranean inspired textiles and d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Of course, there are no hard-and-fast rules on colors you can use on your Mediterranean house. Bright yellow, green, or even hot pink can be used to turn a traditional Mediterranean home into a festive hacienda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If bright colors aren\u2019t your thing, pastel colors also work well with the simplicity of a Mediterranean home plan. Muted apricot, soft coral, mint green, and powder blue are all impressive Mediterranean house paint colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Personalize Your Mediterranean Exterior<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Columns and rounded arches are hallmarks of Mediterranean style. In addition, detailed metal work adorns balconies, windows, and courtyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each of these Mediterranean architecture features can be tweaked to reflect your own style instead of directly mirroring classic Mediterranean details. Add shutters or stone accents to further personalize your Mediterranean house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Many people feel that the best part of a Mediterranean home is the outdoor living space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strong connection between the indoors and the outdoors is not only valued in warm climates; it is a sought-after feature by many homebuyers. Further increase your outdoor space appeal by adding a fire pit to your patio, a fountain in your courtyard, and a canopy over the outdoor dining table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t skimp on landscaping, as a colorful, healthy garden holds true to the luxury resort feeling of many Mediterranean homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Palm trees, flowering shrubs, and manicured hedges also improve the view through your windows as you relax inside. Mediterranean inspired landscaping also greatly enhances your home\u2019s curb appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Embrace Luxury in Mediterranean Home Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mediterranean homes fit well into a luxurious lifestyle. Mimicking the sprawling Mediterranean villas in Europe, Mediterranean homes built in the United States exude a leisurely vibe reminiscent of a seaside holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm wood finishes are a must in any Mediterranean design, but in the luxury home they are likely made of mahogany, teak, or other high-end lumber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luxury Mediterranean house exteriors often feature turrets, wrap-around first floor porticos, and multiple balconies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Luxury tile flooring is not usually limited to the kitchen, as travertine and other high-end floor surfaces are durable and beautiful. Bright, colorful tiles are everywhere now, and painted blue-and-white Moroccan tiles are a classic Mediterranean house feature. With a generous budget, these tile accents look amazing used in both your indoor and outdoor space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Designing Waterfront Mediterranean Homes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because every original Mediterranean property is located around the sea, the waterfront is the perfect place to build a Mediterranean home. If you are building by a body of water, be sure your home plan includes plenty of large windows to capture the view. Make sure that your landscaping doesn\u2019t block the line of sight from any of your windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Instead of a traditional interior Mediterranean courtyard, you may prefer a courtyard that turns into a rear patio to make the most of your waterside access. If you build a dock or boathouse, keep to Mediterranean style. Use the same colors and finishes that you use on your home\u2019s exterior. Link the structures with a brick or stone pathway if possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t be alarmed if you see a Mediterranean house gecko in your courtyard or even inside the garage. They are a beneficial species that help keep your beautiful Mediterranean villa free from insects. They are such common creatures in warm climates that you often find wall art, sculptures, or other artistic representations inside Mediterranean homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Modern Touches in Mediterranean Houses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance, Mediterranean home design may not seem like it merges well with modern d\u00e9cor. However, because both design styles focus on simplicity, they go well together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The modern Mediterranean house elevates an open floor plan that works well for families and entertaining. Modern Mediterranean homes magnify outdoor living space into newly inspired indoor-outdoor living areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While a modern Mediterranean home plan usually includes balconies with metal railings, they are updated. Instead of traditional metal scrolls and curves, a modern Mediterranean house will have straight, angular railings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of arched doors and windows, you may see rectangular openings with more subtle Mediterranean touches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Classic White and Blue Mediterranean Styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Santorini, Greece is known for its gorgeous white and blue seaside homes. Originally made of dark stones that absorbed the intense Mediterranean sun, they were painted white to help reflect the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brilliant blue accents were added because of the availability of loulaki<\/em>, a blue cleaning agent used in every household. This clean, cool color combination is a beautiful way to bring original Mediterranean style to your own home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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White walls look stunning with Mediterranean architecture, whether paired with blue, terra cotta, or another color palette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stucco not only helps keep a warm climate home cool, but its clean simplicity is also a perfect background to show off rich wood and metal accents. White Mediterranean house walls also provide a clean canvas to showcase colorful garden landscaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Old-Fashioned Mediterranean House Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you live in an older Mediterranean house, it may seem a little dark for today\u2019s lighter aesthetics. Many older Mediterranean homes have lower ceilings and fewer windows than newer houses on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can hire a builder to add skylights or extra windows to allow more natural light indoors without changing the overall Mediterranean feeling of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Old Mediterranean style houses also tend to be smaller than many other house plan ideas. If you decide to build on to an older home, be sure to keep a cohesive appearance between the original home and your additions. Repaint the home with white or off-white shades to brighten up the yellow tones used on older homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stone for Authentic Mediterranean Feel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stone is a popular material that is used in both the interior and exterior of Mediterranean style homes. Stone Mediterranean homes are more common in Europe than in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you may sometimes see a Mediterranean home in America with a full stone exterior, stone is more commonly used as an accent material. For example, a staircase or retaining wall may be made of stone while the home\u2019s exterior walls are made of stucco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stone pavers are common worldwide for Mediterranean patios, courtyards, sidewalks, and driveways. Inside the home, stone fireplaces are common in Mediterranean design. Cantera stone, limestone, and manufactured stone veneers are just some of the stone surfaces to use in authentic Mediterranean home design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Grandeur of Large Mediterranean Houses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Mediterranean floor plans come to mind, we tend to think first of the classic, low profile, single-story home. However, some of the most memorable Mediterranean houses are the large, grand haciendas and estates built in Spanish or Tuscan style. With a giant foyer, sprawling central courtyard, and a two-story living room ceiling, these multi-storied Mediterranean house plans make an impressive first impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A large Mediterranean house will usually have multiple balconies on the second floor, fenced with wrought iron railings. A double-story arched window may illuminate the foyer or dining room, or there may be tall arched windows beside a floor-to-ceiling fireplace. A guest suite is a must in a huge Mediterranean house. If your guest suite\u2019s bathroom or master bathroom needs sprucing up, see how amazing it looks to paint the cabinet in Mediterranean style:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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