Mediterranean magic: terracotta!
Bring the sun-drenched charm of the Mediterranean into your home. One of the region’s most iconic elements is terracotta. Terracotta, with its warm, earthy tone and raw natural texture, is a staple of Mediterranean design. From floors to accents, terracotta can be applied in every house.
Terracotta can be an eyecatcher in your house, but how to style it right?
- Flooring. Terracotta tiles instantly ground your space with warmth and authenticity. Pair them with whitewashed walls and rustic wood for that relaxed, coastal villa vibe. Not living in the Med? Make a small cozy square in your garden for instant holiday feeling
- Accent with pottery. Use aged terracotta pots for plants, herbs, or as sculptural decor on shelves and tables. Use the same type of pots in different sizes or make it a mix. Tip to age terracotta pots: Cover each jar with a thin layer of yoghurt or buttermilk and leave them outside for a while in a sheltered, preferably damp, place
- Layer earthy textures. Combine terracotta tones with linen, rattan, and olive wood. This creates a palette that feels timeless and sun-kissed. Terracotta also goes well with limepaint, natural stones and cactus
- Don’t gorget the details. Candle holders, vases, tiles, or even a terracotta-hued throw can subtly echo the Mediterranean mood without overwhelming your space.
- Accent walls. Use terracotta tiles or celosia (open bricks) to add texture and character to your house. Use it for backsplashes, fireplaces or at the stairs.
Repeat, repeat and repeat. The power of terracotta is to repeat it subtile in your home. Some terracotta decoration, terracotta pots or tiles. Check out our precious holiday stay Ca la Vall to see how we incorporated terracotta in a Mediterranean interior.
