Mediterranean style houses: examples of interiors

Modern design is presented in different directions, but the interior of the houses in the Mediterranean style deserves special attention. An unusual combination of such natural materials as brick, wood, textiles and metal gives the room a unique look, fills the rooms with coziness and warmth. The main characteristic in this decor is the use of original textures and natural shades.

In addition, the Mediterranean style implies comfort and practicality in everything, so it is perfect for connoisseurs of free space and beauty. Such projects, as a rule, are preferred by the owners of large houses located outside the city, but similar decoration can be performed in modest one-story buildings.

Mediterranean style looks great against the backdrop of nature. In order for the appearance of the house to fully correspond to the image, it is necessary to use building materials in neutral shades in its architecture. Thus, the facade will turn out to be stylish and neat, and the beige or white plaster of the walls will favorably emphasize the beauty of all structural elements. If the roof is decorated with tiles, then burgundy, gray or brown colors are chosen to match it with the walls. The interior of living quarters is considered an integral part of this design.

It has the following features:

• Furniture. The furnishings of the rooms are represented by chic natural wood items. The curved legs of the structures and the red metal frame all indicate the Mediterranean style.
• Ladder. This decor item is a real highlight of the home. Its openwork decoration and unusual curves will not leave indifferent not only the owners of the house, but also their guests. For greater effect, it is recommended to complement such stairs with massive chandeliers and wood vases.

• Drawings and pictures. The main theme in painting should be the sea and the sun. At the same time, it is very important to correctly select the size of the canvases for the parameters of the room.
• Decor elements. The rooms should contain various figurines and souvenirs made from natural materials.

It is not enough to use only beautiful compositions to decorate a Mediterranean-style home; an atmosphere of home warmth and comfort should be felt in the interior. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the interior decoration of the rooms. In this case, it is recommended to choose the floor covering from decorative stone or tiles. Such a floor will not only allow you to transform the room, but also last a long time, and a huge selection of colors will open up interesting ideas for experimentation. For example, in the living room, tiles in shades of sand and sea will look amazing.

As for the walls and ceiling, they must harmoniously match the overall interior. Walls can be decorated with brickwork or plaster, and ceilings can be made in the form of suspended structures. Wooden furniture and light textiles on large windows will look unusual against this background. To brighten up the severity of the lines in the design, it is also recommended to use woven carpets, decorative pillows, and various bead crafts. We must not forget about indoor plants, they can be placed indoors on special metal stands.

The living room of a country house or apartment is the main room, so its interior should be original and stylish.If homeowners prefer to see their "family nest" cozy and functional, then it is advisable to use Spanish decor to decorate this room. Beige walls, terracotta floors and dark furniture will be the right solution in this direction.

To make the living room bright and spacious, it can be decorated in a Greek Mediterranean style, in this case a house with large windows is well suited. A maximum of light and a minimum of furniture will give the living room a feeling of infinity and lightness, while curtains and blinds made of natural fabrics will become the main attribute of the room.

A bedroom in this design features large walls and high beamed ceilings. All surfaces in the room should be free from glare and gloss. It is best to select finishing materials with a rough texture. Matte paint or decorative plaster with patterns is well suited for these purposes. In the Mediterranean bedroom, the bed is considered the main piece of furniture; its forged details and various elements from wood will complement the satin bedspreads and the canopy in an original way.

As for the bathroom, it is usually decorated with wooden furniture and mosaic tiles. In order for the room to become functional, a minimum of objects must be placed in it. All the necessary things can be easily hidden behind the trim panels. The color scheme for the bathroom is chosen in cold shades, ranging from dark blue to terracotta.

It is recommended to lay out the walls and ceiling in the bathroom with facing tiles in contrasting colors. It should also be noted that waffle towels must be present in the room, since they are considered the main attribute of this style.

The cuisine in the Mediterranean interior pleases with a special comfort. Bright colors, wicker furniture and open cupboards with pottery fill the room with a special atmosphere of warmth. A working wall in the kitchen can be decorated with mosaics or laid out on it a composition of fruits or an ethnic image. It is best to choose a floor covering under a natural stone.

All furniture in the kitchen should be chosen semi-antique. It is advisable to furnish it with wrought iron tables and chairs, wooden armchairs, drawers and baskets made of vines. A buffet will also look good here. As a rule, this design is characterized by the combination of the kitchen with the dining room, the main decor item in which will be a massive table made of natural solid wood. As for lighting, it is best to use natural light sources in this room (large windows can easily cope with this) and complement them with original chandeliers.

Regardless of which room of the house will be decorated in a Mediterranean style, it is important to observe the main design rule - only three colors are used in the decoration of the room. It is not recommended to mix the color palette and make various combinations in the decor, since the rooms should turn out to be simple and concise.

In the video below you can see the design of the Mediterranean style house.