Global Design: Greek Isles

This month we are traveling to the Greek Isles.

 What better way to start off the summer with cool blues and whites! 

This design styles takes is cues from the beautiful surrounding waters. They inject stone, wood  and lots of plaster into their homes to bring the outdoors in.
Notice in the images below how each room shows off these design elements.  

Simple and clean lines make up this room but the real showstopper is the ceiling!

Adding fabric to the bed surround gives an outdoor feel in this bedroom.
But here again, a  "WOW" ceiling idea! Easy to recreate in your own home. 

It's all about simplicity in this dining room.
Even though they have rustic furniture, they bring in mirrors for sparkle and of course the crystal chandelier.  

This is a more modern approach to Greek design.
But the biggest factor in this room is the arch. This is typical to many designs in the country. 

This family room holds several design elements of Greek design.
The stone fireplace, the smooth stucco built-in benches, and of course the beams on the ceiling.

Another modern approach to Greek design. I love the steal bar stools and light pendants.

This bedroom beams with romance. The fabric draped ceiling, the all white palette,
and to top it all off, a FABULOUS VIEW!

I hope you enjoyed this journey to the Greek Isles. Do you have a FAVORITE DESIGN ELEMENT from this style? Please let us know in the comments below!

HAPPY DESIGNING,
Christa

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Pictures Sources:

momoy.com

http://blog.worldinteriordesignnetwork.com

http://marie-amourfou.blogspot.com

http://www.decoholic.org

blogcatalog.com

http://indiehome.blogspot.com

youbookit.com

Global Design: Mexico

Today we begin our journey to MEXICO! 

This is part of our Global Design series where I hope to inspire you from other countries and get you rethinking your own home. 

Mexico is a warm and tropical location so that plays a big part in their design.

Notice all of the bright colors. Their lively culture brings this feeling to so many of their design elements in wonderful patterns, color schemes and textures. This design style also offers a ton of details in woodwork. 

Occasionally, colors are muted to tone down. This is a great trick if you live in a warmer area.

Take a look at the room designs I am showcasing today

to inspire you to add a little Mexican flavor to your decor.

The bold color choices are amazing in this room.

http://interior-hits.com

Strong wall color is the dominant piece in this room
but notice how the creamy furniture and textiles soften it.

elle decor

No strong colors here. It's all about the details!

http://hit-decor.com

It's all about color, texture and the views in this room!

onhomedesign.com

White walls show off the amazing furniture collection here with bright pops of color.

homeroomdesign.com  

This shows off the traditional design of Mexico.
Brick flooring, red walls and textiles.
What a great way to show it all in one space!

skimbacohome.com

Another muted room...check out the beams and other details. Fabulous!

interiorhunter.com

Rustic and amazing for this space. I love the large arched windows.
It feels like you are dining outside.

decorreport.com

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I hope you enjoyed this quick trip to Mexico.

Do you feel inspired to add a little bit of color to your own home? What about more texture? 

Stay tuned as I will feature more ways to bring this look into your own spaces.

HAPPY DESIGNING!

Christa

Please comment below

and tell me your favorite design element in this posting.

Thanks!