Rural Mediterranean Architecture: Eclecticism Facing a Seascape

What could be more ideal than living in front of a Mediterranean view? During the 1920s and 1930s, more and more buildings were built in Mediterranean architecture and design – which led to a revival of this design style, especially among Americans. One good way to describe this style is to understand this architecture by taking a good look at the references found in it, such as the Spanish Renaissance style, Ilkic, Andalusian Arabic architecture and Gothic architecture. The architectural movement was born from the application of this building style mainly for vacation properties, which further increased demand and also left the style to the domain of villas, penthouses and more. So what is rural grandeur and how will a country-style house be expressed? All the answers in the article.

Comfort at first sight: and other characteristics of Mediterranean architecture
As you probably know, the Mediterranean style is often an eclectic style, due to its ability to combine several historical styles together as we mentioned above in order to maximize comfort and the fingerprint of the style itself as a representative of freedom. But to bring it into your home and create a country-style home, you must adhere to the following elements:

1. Tiled roof. One of the dominant characteristics of the Mediterranean style of architecture and design and it is characterized by the fact that it catches the eye at first glance thanks to its red roof. The Mediterranean tiled roof has a lot of importance in terms of its shape and is unique in being slightly pointed upwards and having wide edges.

2. Symmetry on the facade. This style, Mediterranean architecture and design, also has specific requirements regarding the facade of the house, which must be symmetrical. In addition, in order to create a contrast with the roof, the color of the house will usually be subtle colors or simply very white. The exterior of this style is careful, because as a building that represents luxury, it must give importance to giving a feeling of air or, in general, avoid instilling a stifled atmosphere, and therefore also in terms of color selection, but of course in the shape of the building, the emphasis is on symmetry and precision.

3. Arched windows and doors. The symmetry of the facade often cries out for the need for arched doors that were inspired by windows that were certainly taken from rural architecture. The fact that there should be one number of windows on each facade of the house stems from the fact that they constitute a very essential feature in the Mediterranean style and, in addition, the shape of the windows and doors is of "luxury" size. That is, a luxurious size that will allow the feeling of comfort at first glance that should be instilled in you at the moment your eyes connect.

In conclusion, there is a lot to talk about when trying to simply define one of the most eclectic styles. Many people like to say that you have tried too many things, but in the case of a Mediterranean architecture and design style home, all the elements ultimately find a way to create a complete design style together.

Liran Ben Ivgi: Experience and professionalism are what we are
As mentioned, Mediterranean architecture and design mix all the most majestic styles with one goal in mind, which is to represent comfort and luxury. Of course, in my office, after thousands of projects in luxury homes, we understand that comfort is part of luxury in one way or another. In other words, if you were looking for a professional to do this for you, you have come to the right place. Liran Ben Ivgi leads her office, Lev Architecture, with dozens of spectacular and fundamental projects. In the field of architecture and interior design and sees this as a passion to succeed in bringing your dreams to fruition.