#ELEMENTS OF STYLE BLOG WINDOWS#
designer Barbara Barry that will keep elegance in your every day no matter what your style!Įveryday design elegance – California style!ġ – Small space solution: Enlarge any room with a simple mirror to bring in the sparkle of light.Ģ – Dress windows in fabrics that are the same color as the walls to visually expand the space.ģ – Declutter your rooms every now and then. The big arched opening off the terrace makes it seem as if you’re outside!
The natural textures here include the jute & animal print rugs, wicker chairs, and the tree.
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This California style living room is full of natural textures.
White washed wood furniture goes hand in hand with west coast design. Light & breezy textiles in rooms celebrate the relaxed vibe of California style. The iron chandeliers add a touch of Mediterranean flair to this traditional livi ng room. Mixing patterns, prints and solids are design elements used in many California homes. This vibrant blue tile has lots of movement and reminds me of the ocean! For more patterned tile ideas read here! Layering Moroccan influences and woven Dhurrie rugs compliment the Spanish architecture in California style. Additionally, layers of books, botanicals, and sea elements (shells, coral, sea fans) help tell your west coast style story. For decorative accents, incorporate handcrafted pottery and porcelain collections. Keep furniture in simple functional arrangements to help compliment these characteristics.Ħ. Niches, arches, and clay patterned tiles are typical characteristics of a Spanish-style and Mediterranean design. Incorporate salt water weathered or white washed woods into furniture details.ĥ. Sandy beige or crisp whites are excellent selections for walls and ceilings, helping to reflect natural light.Ĥ. Layer rich textures in natural tones, such as rough sisal & jute with breezy cottons & linens.ģ. Choose Colors that resembling the sea, and timeless sand.Ģ. Spending time in this sunny California courtyard would feel like paradise to me!Ĭreate timeless design elements of California style in your home with tips from L.A. The light walls allow the other design elements to be noticed and stand out like the iron staircase, wooden beam, arched openings. The light stucco walls are simple and traditional and they don’t distract from the other design elements in the room. Hand-crafted iron with ornamental detail elevates this plain entryway and staircase. This beautifully carved four poster bed looks light as air draped in sheer curtains! Intricate ironwork Handmade wooden furniture and doors add interesting details. They add that familiar pop of color to the outside! These garden classics are found littered on porches and in gardens everywhere. Wherever you want to make a statement and draw attention. The vibrant colors and patterns look great for kitchen backsplashes, floors, around showers and bathtubs. Spanish and Mexican tile, often hand painted, are used to spice up these California style homes. Read my post on beamed kitchen ceilings for more inspiration. Wooden beams are popular in Spanish style interiors and work best on tall ceilings. The arches and colonnades appear grandiose and dramatic on this patio!Īrches above doors, entries and windows give the homes a unique element of design that is not seen everywhere. Roofs extend over porches to add architectural interest and some shade! Read more about outdoor living spaces here.Ĭommon California Design Elements Flat or low-pitched tile roofs There is an easy flow from inside to outside. Living areas surround the courtyard where windows and doors can stay open because of the mild climate. Most designs place emphasis on the terrace or courtyard which is the center of the home. Spanish Colonial homes date from the time of the Spanish settlements in the west coast of California, all through the Southwest – from Arizona to Texas – and even as far east as Florida. Do you picture a chic minimal Malibu home perched on the cliffside?ĭo you see mid-century modern design in Palm Springs?Ĭalifornia is marked by a timeless west coast design.Ĭalifornian style elements are found in the historic Spanish Colonial homes from southern San Diego to northern Santa Rosa.
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