Italian Mediterranean
Mediterranean style features bold, vibrant tones emphasising the colours and textures of the surrounding landscape. In particular, Italian Mediterranean style stands out for its earthy tones (like terracotta, turquoise and yellow) contrasted by bright whites.
This style is characterized by coarse village motifs. The charm of the old world is achieved through the dark floor, luxurious solid furniture and wooden ceiling beams. A bold combination of bright orange and red colors is often used when choosing bedding. Terrestrial and neutral colors can be a great background for the bright accessories. Mediterranean style in bedroom interior may also include the texture of Venetian plaster. We should be aware that it’s not a modern style. Therefore, if you don’t know it well, it may result in either an old-fashioned or tacky look. That’s why I’m going to tell you how to get it right in 5 easy steps.


Things You Should Focus On To Make The Perfect Italian Mediterranean Interior Style
Overhead beams
Nothing screams “Tuscan style” more than dark wooden beams on the ceiling. Italian Mediterranean interior style has got many elements from Tuscany region, beams are one of them.If you want to get balance between old and new that’s the way to go: weathered beams give the space the authentic feeling you are looking for. And then you can go a bit more modern in the accessories.


Rustic stone floors like terracotta tiles or hardwood
Another important feature is the floor. Going for local materials is obviously the right choice, as long as they are very textured and warm. Therefore, Italian terracotta tiles are the first choice in this type of interior design.

Textures and weathered stucco walls
The last surfaces to consider are the walls. As you may have guessed, here the keyword is textures. Typical Italian textured walls are the ones in weathered stucco, which is a special plaster finish suitable for both indoor and outdoor spaces. Ideally you would keep the walls in a neutral or white colour.

Regional style furniture and patterns
Ornate timber or wrought-iron pieces with curve shapes are a must of this interior style. Remember, Mediterranean style is all about the soft edges so if you don’t have any curve architectural feature (like doorways or staircases) make sure your furniture is not entirely made of straight lines. Also, local patterns and bright colours can be incorporated in the accessories and built-in pieces of furniture.

Indoor/outdoor continuity
This is actually the most important feature: terraces, patios and courtyards are a continuation of the interior. Mediterranean style is typical of South Countries with warm weather where obviously a big part of the day is spent outside. Have fun with plants, rattan/wicker furniture and again wrought-iron pieces (like tables) to give indoor/outdoor continuity.At Blucap interiors, as biophilic design pioneers we use natural design principles to bring the outside world in whilst considering our environmental impact and positively influencing occupant / user wellbeing, this holy trinity is, for us at least, the essence of biophilia.


Greek Mediterranean
Greek Mediterranean style is becoming more and more popular for interior decoration for its environmental friendliness, functionality and incredible simplicity, virtuoso bordering on asceticism. It is characterized by an abundance of light and free spaces, the use of natural materials and authentic decor.


Color palette and quality of materials
Greek motifs in the interior are set by light and cold shades: white, lemon, blue, saturated blue, beige and light brown, milky, pale pink olive and shades of green. According to the established tradition, walls and ceilings are painted with a single color. In cases where there is enough natural light in the room, the ceiling is made slightly darker. For decoration and decoration of premises, high-quality natural materials are used: wood, stone, granite, tile, metal, ceramics and even marble. To realize the design intentions, high-quality analogs of natural materials can be used. They allow preserving the concept of environmentally friendly style and save costs.

Interior solutions
The spacious comfortable rooms in the Greek Mediterranean style are designed taking into account their functionality. Furniture and decorative items are chosen so that in the interior there were no unnecessary and random things. And in this matter preference is given to natural materials. The upholstery of the furniture should be as simple as possible, but of sufficiently high quality - plain solid fabrics made of natural fibers - linen, satin or cotton. Furniture with upholstery made of genuine leather is not peculiar to the Greek Mediterranean style.The legs of furniture are usually made of metal or wood, but they are invariably bent outwards. When choosing cabinets, chests of drawers and shelving, it is recommended to give preference to models from aged timber.

The decor is an important component of the Greek interior. To emphasize the Greek Mediterranean style in the interior, it is worth giving preference to ceramic vases and amphoras, statuettes and statues, lamps and candles, wickerwork. Murals on the walls, pillows, bedspreads, and curtains with handmade ornaments can become decorative elements. Even a few cleverly selected figurines or vases can create the right atmosphere. But the abundance of improper decor can easily transform the refined Mediterranean Greek style into its pathetic imitation.

Universal design
Mediterranean design is perfect for bedroom because of its warm and attractive decor, which combines classic, modern and unconventional options. So, the ornate bed with four turrets looks great in combination with modern table lamps, bedding and delicate window curtains. Mediterranean style homes draw their influences from Greece, Italy, Spain, and Northern Africa. Whether you envision the Mediterranean Sea or an Italian Tuscan style vacation home, you can add various elements of this timeless design style to your home.
The primary reason Mediterranean interior design is so popular is it does not rely on the latest interior design and home decor trends. Mediterranean homes never go out of style, no matter the latest trends. So, if you are looking to update your home and do not want to have to worry about updating it each time trends change, then a modern Mediterranean style interior and exterior design are perfect for you. When it comes to the Mediterranean interior design, you have a wide range of options, as you can draw from any of the countries in the Mediterranean area.

Some of the most common design elements you will find in Mediterranean style homes include:

• Wood Beams - Exposed wood beams are a common design element found in many Mediterranean homes. The beam can be finished in a natural wood stain or painted.
• Wrought Iron - Just like exterior doors and windows, the use of wrought iron inside the home is quite common on interior doors, stair railings, door handles, pull knobs, and more.
• Tile - Tiled floors are a central theme in homes with a Mediterranean style. Tile colors can range from lightly colored marble and off-whites to natural brick and sea blues.
• Neutral Colors - Another common theme you will discover in modern Mediterranean interiors is the use of neutral colors. Choosing neutral colors means your home will retain its Mediterranean influences, no matter what other colors are currently trending with interior designers.
• Dark Wood - The use of dark wood for cabinets, drawers, and furniture is another common theme with the Mediterranean style. Natural-looking dark wood elements work well with the lighter neutral colors.
• Neutral Tones - Furniture pieces that use fabrics should be neutral tones to further complement the dark wood pieces. White marble and granite are perfect choices for countertops that work well with the Mediterranean style.
• Textured Walls - To give the walls more depth and a Mediterranean feel, textured walls are a must. You can use paint, glaze, or other finishing materials that create textures. As you can see, you have several design options you can choose from to update your home to a Mediterranean design.

New Mediterranean minimalism
It should be emphasised, however, that the Mediterranean area is not just about traditional style built up of various architectural staples; it also showcases the best expressions of contemporary architecture and design. Especially interesting are projects that integrate the Mediterranean spirit with a minimalist touch: Houses large and small that deftly mix concrete with old, original materials, essentially representing the abstract icons of traditional forms while maintaining that smooth and cozy.


The New Mediterranean interior style

• Pared-back color palette - warm, earthy neutrals, or a discrete pop of color. Lots of beige, white, brown and terracotta.
• Overall minimalist appeal - celebrating the less is more mantra by featuring timeless design and fine craftsmanship. Instead of visual interest, the focus is on tactility.
• Simple, yet sumptuous feel - no-fuss, no-frills, no glitz, yet the look is very elegant and sophisticated.
• Wabi-sabi philosophy - acknowledging the natural lifecycle of materials and objects in a home and accepting their inevitable decay i.e. Biophilic designs.
• Raw finishes - suggesting primitive hand carved feel. Present on the architecture as well as on the walls, surfaces, shelves, objects, art and decor.
• Organic and sculptural shapes - a rediscovered appreciation for irregular, organic shapes as symbols of our imperfect lives. Sculptural references call to introspection. They are often primitive, evocative of the simpler times.
• Sisal wrapped and woven design - for added tactility and warmth, celebrate the local craftsmanship and tradition.
• Natural materials - focus on sustainability with rattan, stone, terracotta and textiles.
• Locally sourced materials - a home is part of its surroundings. Everything is an ecosystem.
• Architecture-inspired objects - spheres, arches and columns pop up in furniture and decor.
• Focus on balance - it is not about a single item, it is about a feeling the entire space beams out to its occupants. Each element of the design is working together to strip the mind of any unnecessary distractions and feed the soul with calm and mindfulness.