How to Achieve the Destination Mediterranean Style Trend
Are you looking to nail the Mediterranean style in your home? You are in luck; TileCloud is here to help bring those laid-back European coastal vibes into your space. Picture this: sun-soaked terraces, natural materials and those beautiful earthy tones that make Mediterranean-style homes feel so relaxing. We will touch on everything you need to add Mediterranean interior decor in your home, whether you are in the early stages of a new build or looking for small renovation ideas to bring to refresh your existing space.
Mediterranean Style Homes: Why we love this style
Imagine you’re sipping an Aperol Spritz on a hotel balcony in Sardinia after an afternoon beach swim. Our interpretation of this interior style will take you right there—a mixture of textured surfaces and terracotta tones with subtle pops of muted stripes and checkerboard patterns.
The serene Mediterranean house style combines the best parts of coastal living with warm, natural vibes, taking inspiration from earthy elements. Mediterranean style is about creating spaces with a lived-in, cosy feel. The key to nailing this look is using natural materials, soft textures and classic Mediterranean colours. Let’s jump into the how-to’s and bring the seaside and olive grove vibes to your home, wherever you are.
Creating Your Mediterranean Colour Palette with Tiles
Mediterranean decor starts with getting your colour palette right. Think sandy neutrals, terracotta, and soft sage greens - colours you'd spot on a postcard from the Italian coast. Of course, you can blend these shades with your existing set-up, adding a coastal feel to any style.
Our Sydney Matte Sand Stone Look Tile brings that perfect sun-baked neutral tone. Suitable for both floors and walls, this tile is the ideal backdrop that sets the foundation for any Mediterranean space.
For that classic Mediterranean style, there’s nothing even remotely comparable to terracotta. Our Thirroul Terracotta Look Matte Subway Tile adds that beautiful warmth without overwhelming the space. Again suitable for both walls and floors, this subway tile can be used for an eye-catching kitchen backsplash or a tonal bathroom floor.
Want to add a pop of colour to your space while still sticking to the Mediterranean theme? The Newport Gloss Subway Sage Green Tile brings those gorgeous olive grove vibes. The light shade blends effortlessly with a room full of neutrals, making it ideal for a feature wall that adds a little depth to an otherwise minimalist space.
Bright Mediterranean Style: Invite the Light in
There is one important aspect of any Mediterranean style house — light. Where possible, invite natural light into your space. Mediterranean spaces often have a flow between indoor and outdoor living by creating easy access between the two spaces. By inviting the outside in, your space will benefit from a more natural feeling with fresh air and natural light.
If your home doesn’t have the best access to natural light, you can incorporate bright white walls, which reflect light and give the illusion of natural lighting. You can also add subtle, warm lighting options to bring light to your space.
Mediterranean Interior Decor: Playing with Pattern and Texture
While a typical Mediterranean style house tends to be fairly minimalistic, this style doesn’t lack personality. That’s where the pattern comes in, adding depth to your space. Our Bronte Checkerboard Terracotta & White Tile adds a perfect touch of pattern while keeping things casual. Suitable for both floors and walls, the Bronte Tile can add a little bit of Mediterranean magic to any room in the house.
Another textured option is the Noosa Semi Gloss Zellige Bone Tile, which brings those beautiful handmade vibes that Mediterranean spaces are known for while keeping things simple, creating a toned-down backdrop.
Mediterranean Decor: Add Some Natural Elements
When it comes to adding styling pieces to a Mediterranean style house, natural elements are the bread and butter of this trend. It’s time to bring some fun to the space with terracotta pots, olive trees and dried flowers.
If you look through some interior magazines, you will surely come across plenty of ideas for working natural elements into your space. Some of our favourite looks are a small olive tree nestled on a wooden stool in the bathroom, a woven basket for fruits on the kitchen bench or mix and matched-sized terracotta pots elevated in a living room space. In the kitchen, we love the open shelving look, which lets you show off beautiful ceramics and glassware. Remember, you can make this style your own, and through trial and error, you will discover what works for your home.
Mediterranean Style Hardware: The Finishing Touches
The little details really bring a Mediterranean space together. Antique brass tapware adds warmth and character, and shiny new chrome just can't match. With Antique Brass accessories such as taps, towel racks, shower heads, soap shelves and more, you can add a look that stays true to a Mediterranean villa style.
The best thing about the Destination Mediterranean style is how well it works with our Australian lifestyle. Both are all about indoor-outdoor flow and casual living. Creating a Mediterranean style home isn't about creating an exact replica of the types of homes you see in Italy or Greece. Instead, it’s about bringing the relaxed sun-soaked look to your Australian home. Start with your base materials like tiles and tapware, then build up your space with natural textures and warm touches that make it feel like your own slice of the Mediterranean.
Remember, the Mediterranean style is that it's meant to feel lived-in and loved. So take your time, choose materials representing you and your loved ones, and create a space that makes you feel like you're on holiday every day.
Need help getting started with your Mediterranean-inspired renovation? Check out our Mediterranean Style Sample Pack to see how these beautiful tiles and finishes work together in real life.
Tayla Nova
Tayla is a Brisbane-based freelance writer with a background in fashion design, a passion for sustainability and a knack for storytelling. As the host of one of Brisbane's Best Airbnb's ( Thanks Urban List), Tayla has a passion and talent for interior design and home improvement. This is something she picked up studying for a bachelor of fashion design at ESMOD in Paris, the world's first fashion school. A digital nomad — she can be found occasionally working from far-away surf camps with sunglasses on to combat the sun on her screen. When at home in leafy green Paddington, she's a table-setting aficionado and has one too many books on her bedside table.