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Spanish Elements: Creating a Much Sought-After Home

Monday, September 4th, 2017

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Not a lot of people are lucky to have a Spanish Colonial home so when you happen to live in one, then you should make the most of it. If you don’t then don’t fret, too, because you can do so many things to make your home look like a Spanish haven in no time.

The Arches and Curves

These architectural features make a huge difference. Curved steps can beautifully lead to a beautiful archway which, in turn, leads to the welcoming front door.

A series of arches known as arcades are also quite a popular addition to bigger Spanish and Mexican homes.

White Exteriors

What’s a Spanish home without the white stucco exteriors? It is easy to mix this type of Spanish paint – just fuse some sand or lime with water and cement. What you’d achieve is an aged look that’s just amazing for that Old World look that you’re trying to achieve.

Terracotta Roofing

Most Spanish homes also come with those authentic red clay roofs giving the homes a more rustic, earthy look. The roof lines are also often multi-level making them more interesting and asymmetrical. Add a turret and you’re on the right path.

How about some painted, tower-like chimneys? These may seem like a small detail but with small windows and specially-treated moldings, these chimneys will complete the look of your Spanish home.

Paint ‘Em Tiles

Have you seen those Mexican telenovelas on TV? Then you probably already noticed the painted staircases. The curved staircases reveal the most beautiful tiles that have been hand painted. You could adopt this design element, too, if you want to have a more authentic Spanish-looking home.

Talavera tiles can also give your bathroom a more authentic Mexican look. Cobalt blue tiles will easily complement hand-painted sinks.

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Balcony

Balconies are designed so that you can have some moment, outdoors, to enjoy some fresh air. This is also the perfect spot to see some amazing sceneries.

Graceful Iron and Wooden Work

Who could resist an ornamental wrought-iron working on windows? They also look great on stair railings. Spanish Revival lanterns are also great additions to walls as they serve two purposes – decorative and illuminative.

Wooden gates and doors are also amazing features in many Spanish homes.

Patios and Courtyards

We all know the Mediterranean climate to be mild and great for outdoor living, hence, most Spanish homes have patios and courtyards. Again, these are mainly there for people to enjoy the outdoors. Some patios also have fireplaces which allow the homeowners and their visitors to linger outside during the night.

Pottery and Textiles

Spanish country living also means having hand painted pottery and the most colorful paintings. How about having a painting of a Spanish matador right across the dining table? This denotes activity and passion which is perfect for those steak dinners and parties that you hold for your friends.

Vibrant Colors Everywhere

Having green, pink, and yellow walls are acceptable inside a Spanish home. Colors are not limited to the walls, though. You can also play up the rooms in your home by mirroring these colors on the carpeting, throw pillows, candelabra, headboards, and chests.

If you’re feeling a little more magnanimous then go for a Spanish-Style Colonial dining room. Look upwards and find ways to make the ceiling into a colorful art canvas. If your ceiling has exposed beams, then they, too, can be used as another decorative element.

Or how about having a golden yellow entry hall? Again, some hand-painted accessories, furnishings, and paintings will make this area a lot livelier. Think cultural colors such as sabino wood, deep reds, and burnt orange.

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