Mediterranean style bathtub

The Mediterranean style for the bathroom has recently been chosen more and more. He is fully capable of giving this room all the necessary functions of comfort and relaxation. But in order to design a bathroom (and any other) in any particular style, it is important to clearly understand all its features first. So, what is the Mediterranean style like? It’s immediately clear that this is something connected with the sea, and therefore with the sun and green plants. And this trio will always create an atmosphere of cheerfulness, tranquility, pleasant bliss and peace.

If you dig deeper, the style got its name from the Mediterranean Sea, which divides such parts of the world as Europe, Asia and Africa. Accordingly, the founders of this style are Western countries, with opening views of the Mediterranean Sea: Italy, Spain, Greece, Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Tunisia, France and so on. At that time, simplicity and practicality were valued in the interior. The main feature is the creative approach and the all-consuming comfort of the atmosphere. This style, in fact, is a reflection of the culture, mentality and climatic features of all these beautiful and different countries. So, the Mediterranean is a sunny region with a warm climate, gentle sea and rich vegetation.

Handcrafted furniture is highly appreciated, usually squat mainly from pine or stained oak. If you choose painted furniture, then from the shades of the palette of this style. What colors are these? Since the culture is used not of one country, but of several, the tones, respectively, are different. Greece is characterized by cold colors: white, emerald and all shades of blue.

In Italy and Spain they prefer warm colors: yellow, cream, brick, terracotta, red-pink, ocher-yellow.

Also, this style is distinguished by the presence of forged interior items, blinds on the windows or light muslin curtains that will flow in graceful waves. Everything that is connected with the sea can serve as a decor: shells, ceramic utensils, sea plants and stones. If you want to make a bias on the Greek style, then a palette of marine shades is suitable. For the Italian interior, they choose a juicy earthy one.

All these elements can perfectly fit into the interior of the bathroom. After all, this room has long changed the status of “bathroom” to something cozy, beautiful and comfortable. We come to the bathroom not just to wash ourselves, but to relax our soul and body, relax and wash away all our worries, worries, stress and the like, both literally and figuratively.

And the Mediterranean interior is the best suited for this, it consists entirely of calm and relaxation.

Since the Mediterranean style implies simplicity, practicality (functionality) and comfort, these qualities will be the basis of the entire room, and this will affect everything. With regard to plumbing, this is expressed in bronze or iron faucets, durable and massive, but most importantly in hidden communications, that is, only the functional part remains visible, for example, the mixer spout, valves to turn the water on and off and so on. And everything else is hidden behind the finish. This not only looks aesthetically pleasing, but also has a practical approach, because it is much easier to put things in order. In addition, it visually enlarges the space and makes it more spacious, which corresponds to the Mediterranean style.

Walls and ceilings can be finished with light ceramics or tiles, which are easy to clean.

Ordinary tiles are also suitable, but it is better if several color shades are used. For example, azure-colored mosaics will look great on the walls.

An impeccable complement here is a floor with terracotta tiles.

Furniture is selected on the same principle: a variety of shelves and wall cabinets in blue and / or terracotta colors, wicker baskets. Even towel holders and hooks for clothes should be in a common style, not necessarily in the same colors, it can be any shade representing the sea, sky, sun and beach, for example, sandy, yellow, orange, turquoise and so on.

The option of decorating the walls and ceiling with white paint is in the spirit of the Mediterranean style of the Greek orientation.

Here the emphasis is on the natural roughness of uneven walls and ceilings, which not only emphasizes the simplicity of the interior, but also saves time, money and effort on leveling surfaces. To make an emphasis on Italian and Spanish notes, a combination of several textures is used in wall decoration. This can be decorative plaster, mosaic tiles, imitation of frescoes and wall painting.

For flooring, in addition to terracotta tiles, tiles of warm colors are often used: brown, beige, sand, brick, ocher and so on.

Although sometimes used cold turquoise; as well as neutral gray or white.

To give the floor a sophistication, you can decorate it with an image of ancient Greek scenes from marble mosaics. Carpets are rarely used as a cover for such floors; algae or reed mats are more suitable here. They have sufficient strength and natural aura.

It is important to consider that neither tile nor tile are warm coatings, and fluffy carpets are out of place here, which is normal for Western countries, where the Mediterranean style came from, because the climate there allows the use of such materials. Therefore, the best option for solving this issue in our climate zone will be underfloor heating. If this is not possible, then you can use a not very thick carpet of inconspicuous color, so that it does not catch the eye or it can have drawings in the style of the Mediterranean. You can also make the floor and wooden, but the texture and color of the tree should also not stand out in the general interior.

These two materials are rightfully considered the most common in the decoration of the Mediterranean bathroom, this can apply to both the floor and walls, and the frame of the mirror.

For decoration, majolica ceramic tiles are often used, it is performed using the technique of underglaze painting. It was already mentioned above that mosaic paintings on the floor and walls are very characteristic of this style, and the mosaic can also frame the bathroom screen, the facade of cabinets or even the sink countertop. This creates a harmonious and holistic interior. Especially if you use one type of tile, but different sizes.

Wafer towels, to the tone of the general interior, will help to emphasize the cosiness of the Mediterranean interior. As well as stylized accessories and decor - forged and ceramic, a large mirror clad in a wooden frame and, of course, green plants. Perfectly complement the ensemble of mosaic objects: soap dishes, glasses for toothbrushes and pastes, flower pots and so on. If it is difficult to find objects decorated with mosaics, you can do it yourself.

Candles in iron or bronze candlesticks can not only convey the spirit of the Mediterranean interiors, but also create a truly enchanting and warm atmosphere.

Ceiling lights with elongated frosted glass shades are suitable for lighting the Mediterranean bathroom. But they are not placed around the entire perimeter, but only over those areas that need them: a sink, a bathtub and a mirror. All other zones should remain cool in the twilight. Of course, this rule is not always followed, but this option is the most advantageous and alluring. Although everyone makes lighting in the way that suits them, this is also correct. For example, a massive or luxurious chandelier is also characteristic of the Mediterranean style. Very often they use both a chandelier and spotlights.

In the Mediterranean style arches are very popular, they give the bathroom a kind of charm. A large mirror and some free space where you can place candles, plants in pots and various stylistic decor items will perfectly look under the dome of the arch. In general, smooth lines and bends embody natural grace in the Mediterranean style, which will fill any room with a peculiar aura of immediacy and sophistication.

It is also possible to make door and window openings in the form of an arch, to round off a wall niche in a peculiar way, and so on.

The wooden walls in the bathroom may seem to someone an encroachment on antiquities, and in the Mediterranean style even something strange. But! The tree never goes out of fashion, and has always been and will be a source of unity with nature. In this case, the wooden walls also emphasize the warmth of Spanish design. In addition, wood is good both in painted and in kind.

Again, Spanish wood motifs help to emphasize the dark woods, for example, a closet, wooden blinds or beams on the ceiling.

So, the Mediterranean bathroom is conciseness, comfort, simplicity and all-consuming peace. Such an interior is distinguished by natural materials, natural shades, flowing lines, practical and camouflaged plumbing, bright and saturated colors, elegant but unpretentious accessories and so on. Everything here is saturated with calm, peace and harmony.