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If you’ve just bought a new home or moved into an existing house that doesn’t fit your interior design sensibilities, it’s time to get to work imparting your flair. Perhaps you’re interested in trying something new—capturing the beauty of Italian aesthetics and bringing them into your home. Whether in a Mediterranean climate or a more relaxed area, here are five ways to bring Italian style to your home.
Tuscan Wall Treatment
Before we move to furniture and accessories, your walls are where your plan should begin. You may not have stucco walls in your home, but you can create a convincing facsimile to give your living room the rustic warmth of a Tuscan villa. Mix paints and glazes to achieve that dappled plaster look that characterizes the Italian countryside. Combining a range of textures and earth tones, even new drywall can appear time-honored with the proper artistry.
Scenic Murals and Artwork
With its millennia of civilization amid the beautiful countryside, there is no doubt that Italy is one of the most picturesque spots in the world. Share in that beauty by creating artwork, whether it’s scenes from Rome or paintings of more pastoral parts of Italy, such as Sicily or Sardinia. A mural of a Mediterranean vineyard will look great on a freshly painted Tuscan wall.
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Install Ceramic Tiling
Italy is an earthy place in so many ways. One of those ways is their commitment to crafting tile from the earth itself. Ceramics is nearly ubiquitous in Italian homes and should play a part in your interior design as well. For a traditional Italian appearance, implement ceramic tile with rich earth tones in your kitchen, bathroom, or foyer.
Wine Racks
“In vino, veritas,” goes an old Latin saying. Before wine can start revealing the truth, the truth is that you need to prominently display your wine collection with a selection of racks that are sure to make your living room undeniably Italian. While there are plenty of modern and minimalist designs on the market, you may want to stick to something a bit more elaborate to fit your design scheme.
The ancient Romans were among history’s most accomplished sculptors—a tradition that continued upon the Italian peninsula throughout the Renaissance and up through the unification of the Italian city-states. For a surefire way to bring Italian style to your home, incorporate a classic antique statue that calls to mind the glory days of Rome, Florence, and Tuscany. The classical beauty of a bust on a pedestal would give any room the timeless elegance you’re after.