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Bringing it home

The styles of the Mediterranean have influence from the countries that share a coast with the Mediterranean Sea.

These countries have distinctive styles that give this home décor approach its elegance and originality. Features from Italy, Greece, Spain, Turkey, Albania and Morocco along with other lands in the Mediterranean region define this emphasis. Elements from each of the countries in the region can be observed throughout this style.

To incorporate this style in your home, begin with a neutral backdrop in the room or rooms. Add a distinctive wooden décor, which resembles carvings that originate in Morocco. Look for Spanish style floors and tiling or a rug or carpet in a terracotta tone. Incorporate vivid cobalt blue accents and stone features which can be attributed to Greece. There are many other unique décor items and ideas that come from the region where the sea is center stage.

A living room could have white walls with a textured finish and some natural wood to provide the relaxed Mediterranean beach atmosphere as its base. Some features could be a neutral-colored Spanish style upholstered sofa or sectional.

Add to this some bold colored throw pillows that mimic terracotta and the earthy tones of a Spanish villa. Metallic colors like copper and gold, colors of lush greenery, tones of the sunshine and, of course, the cerulean turquoise of the sea, are among the many accent colors you can use to achieve this style in your home.

Rustic furniture pieces lend themselves well to the Mediterranean style. Bold Mediterranean inspired colored accents throughout the room will whisk you away to an ocean side marina. Decorating a bedroom in Mediterranean style is not difficult and using neutral fabrics with regional accent colors and pieces like a Greek style canopy over the bed with wooden or metal posts. The style often features a bed with posts, but without a fabric canopy as well. Accents around the room like a jeweled and metallic framed mirror can add style and Mediterranean emphasis.

The colors and styles of the Mediterranean are a click away when doing a search for décor and there are many options available for you when decorating a room in your home. Natural colored furniture pieces and fabrics for décor accents are just a few of the items you can find when looking online for Mediterranean inspiration. Light fixtures or lamps with shades that are of natural materials or are metallic are good choices for this style. Wall accents and hangings that are natural, wooden, shaded in gold or copper will bring the region into a room.

This approach is popular for Guam homes because it is suited for warm, sunny and beachy climates. The style is timeless and if you are lucky enough, you have large bay windows that let the sunshine in, which is precisely how this style should be framed. Natural light and shades paired with vivid accent-colored pieces will bring the Mediterranean into your intimate space for your family and guests to enjoy. The style is enticing and inviting while also elegant and comforting. p