Mediterranean Style Decorating
It is easy to understand why Mediterranean Interior Design style is so popular. The light colored upholstered furniture, colors of the sea and sky and handcrafted details found in mosaic tile and wrought iron all combine to create a very comfortable and relaxed space. This style borrows design elements from Spain, Italy and Greece with just a bit of Moroccan influence.
Metal accents are popular in Mediterranean Interior Design. This can be found in the form of wrought iron table bases and fireplace screens, burnished metal accents on furniture, wall sconces and lamps. Heavy, dark wood is the choice for tables and furniture legs. Upholstered pieces are comfortable and light in color.
A bedroom decorated in mediterranean interior design style offers a relaxing haven from the hectic day. Begin with the Bonaire metal 4 poster bed by Hillsdale. The elaborately swirled metal is the perfect accent to the dark wooden posts.
The key to this decorating in Mediterranean Design style is to have furniture complement each other but not match. Choose a chest as a night stand on one side with a mismatched table on the other. Your chest and dressers should be dark in color and somewhat rustic in design. Add brightly colored pillows to top off crisp white linens and you have created the perfect spot for an afternoon nap.
For your living room choose a comfortable rolled arm sofa like the Megan sofa upholstered in crisp white. Throw on lots of textural pillows in bright colors.
And, although The Santa Barbara cocktail table by Stanley is finished in a lighter birch it is a nice choice for a coffee table
Mosaic tile accents play a large part in Mediterranean Interior design. Using the 20 inch mosaic side table by Alfresco creates that collected look so important to this design. The wrought iron base and sandy colored tiles are perfect.
Even the small blue mosaic plant stand by Alfresco Home could act as an accent table in the room. The bright blue is the perfect accent next to your white sofa and wrought iron accessories.
Lighting is important in any design especially wall sconces for your Mediterranean décor. Flanking a fireplace with the Alexandria Wall sconce by Murray Feiss would be the perfect accessory.
The Tuscan Villa Wall Light Bracket, also by Murray Feiss would add a subtle touch to any room.
In choosing the Segovia Wall Bracket you have added a bit of Greek influence so often found in Mediterranean design.
The key to creating a Mediterranean Interior Design inspired rooms is to keep your furnishings simple and functional. Don’t overcrowd a room with too many pieces of furniture or accessories.
Try to create a collected look by displaying wonderful tapestries you may have picked up on your travels. Place large pottery pieces on the floor or have pillows made from fabrics found in the markets of Morocco. That is all it takes to design a relaxing and inviting space for your family and friends.
Love to see what you come up with!
Nicolette Interior Design Diva
