Large mediterranean enclosed living room in Jacksonville with a music area, white walls, a standard fireplace, no tv, limestone floors, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.

Cord Shiflet Modern Mediterranean

Cord Shiflet

This is an example of a mediterranean living room in Austin with a music area and beige walls.

Italian Villa

Benson & Associates, Interior Design

photo: Garth Francais
Design ideas for a mediterranean living room in Miami with a music area and beige walls.

Banning

Thompson Custom Homes

Steve Chenn
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean family room in Houston with a music area, green walls, terra-cotta floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Formal Living Room

Chambers Interiors & Associates, Inc.

Dan Piassick Photography
This is an example of a large mediterranean enclosed living room in Dallas with green walls, a standard fireplace, a music area, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

TIGERTAIL

Shain Development Inc

Design ideas for a mediterranean living room in Los Angeles with a music area, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and black floor.

Gallery

Lakeway Floors

Design ideas for a large mediterranean open concept living room in Austin with a music area, yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Earlmont House

S / Wiley Interior Photography

Staging done by Cindi Carter Photographs by Stephanie Wiley
Mid-sized mediterranean living room in Other with a music area and a brick fireplace surround.

Arabesque Fireplace

Tami Smight Interiors

Deep gray and eggplant combine beautifully to create drama and elegance in the entry/living room. The fireplace was updated with ceramic arabesque tile and the wall sconces provide an added Moroccan touch.

Crystal Cove V

Richard Krantz Architecture Inc

Large mediterranean open concept living room in Orange County with a music area, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Mediterranean Living Room

This is an example of a mediterranean open concept living room in San Francisco with a music area, beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

El Sereno Residence

Hsu McCullough

The entry features a 5-inch thick antique door made of redwood. The entry opens to the living room with views of the hillside beyond. Also, a built-in desk nook is fitted under the stairs. The cove ceiling is painted a light sea-foam color while the media cabinets and wall are painted black to obscure the television.

Apollo Beach

ROJO Architecture

Mark Borosch
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean loft-style family room in Tampa with a music area, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

Hillside Mediterranean

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Living room and fireplace.
Inspiration for a mediterranean living room in Santa Barbara with a music area and a standard fireplace.

Newport Coast

Richard Krantz Architecture Inc

Mediterranean enclosed living room in Orange County with a music area, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and no tv.

Pt Dume

Burdge & Associates Architects

Mediterranean open concept living room in Los Angeles with a music area, white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Holmby Hills 1931 Spanish

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

Inspiration for a large mediterranean enclosed living room in Los Angeles with a music area, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Dallas Luxury Estate

Stewart Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean enclosed living room in Dallas with a music area, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Condo refresh

Metric Design

Skipstone Films
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean open concept living room in Other with a music area, beige walls and medium hardwood floors.

Spanish Casita by the Sea | Baja California

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

This casita was completely renovated from floor to ceiling in preparation of Airbnb short term romantic getaways. The color palette of teal green, blue and white was brought to life with curated antiques that were stripped of their dark stain colors, collected fine linens, fine plaster wall finishes, authentic Turkish rugs, antique and custom light fixtures, original oil paintings and moorish chevron tile and Moroccan pattern choices.

Mediterranean Living Design Ideas with a Music Area

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many Mediterranean living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and Mediterranean accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.