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Massa Ashmar
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Spanish; Colonial revival.
Spanish style -Spanish colonial revival-

Spanish Colonial interior design refers

to a style of interior design that
incorporates elements from the
Spanish Colonial period, which spanned
from the 16th to the 19th centuries.
This style is heavily influenced by
Spanish architectural and decorative
traditions and is characterized by its
rich and ornate features.
Heavily influenced by Spanish architecture
and design from the 16th to 19th centuries,
inside a Spanish Colonial home you will find
dark wood, bright white or cream-colored
walls, tile work—especially terra-cotta tiles—
and warm decorative accents.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• Adobe Architecture: Spanish
Colonial often feature thick
adobe walls, which provide
insulation and help maintain a
cool temperature inside. These
walls are typically painted in
warm earth tones.
• Courtyards and Patios: Spanish
Colonial typically have central
courtyards or patios, which serve
as outdoor living spaces. These
areas are often adorned with
fountains, lush plants, and
colorful tiles.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• Exposed Wood Beams: Ceilings
in Spanish Colonial interiors
often feature exposed wooden
beams, which add warmth and
rustic charm to the space.
These beams are usually left in
their natural state or stained in a
dark finish.
• Terracotta Tiles: Flooring in
Spanish Colonial interiors
commonly consists of
terracotta tiles. These tiles are
durable and have a reddish-
brown color that complements
the warm color palette of the
design style.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• Arches and Columns: Arches and
columns are prominent
architectural features in Spanish
Colonial design. Arched doorways
and windows, as well as
decorative columns, are often
seen throughout the interior
spaces, adding a sense of
elegance and grandeur.
• Ornate Details: Spanish Colonial
design incorporates intricate and
decorative details. This can be
seen in carved wooden furniture,
ornamental ironwork, and
intricate tile work. The use of
motifs such as scrolls, floral
patterns, and geometric shapes is
common.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• Vibrant Colors: Spanish Colonial interiors
embrace vibrant and rich colors. Earthy
tones like deep reds, yellows, and
oranges are often used on walls and
furniture, while blue accents are also
prevalent. These colors reflect the warm
and sunny climates of the regions where
Spanish Colonial design originated.
• Antique Furniture: Spanish Colonial
interiors often feature antique furniture
pieces, such as heavy wooden tables,
chairs, and chests. These pieces are
typically made from dark, rich woods like
mahogany or walnut and often showcase
intricate carving and detailing.
• Textiles and Patterns: Textiles play a
significant role in Spanish Colonial
design. Look for vibrant patterned fabrics
such as tapestries, rugs, and upholstery
that incorporate traditional Spanish
motifs like medallions, damasks, and
geometric patterns.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• high Ceilings: Most Spanish-style
spaces flaunt high ceilings. Ideally,
they will be taller than the 8 to 10-
foot norm in the ceiling. It is played
out more in the main spaces as the
look and feel of the decor, and
sense of space get amplified.
• Dark floors: are a key feature of
many Spanish interiors with the
advantage of the floor absorbing
sunlight and saving them from
losing the sheen with fading, unlike
lighter colored floors. Dark
hardwood floors look better for
many decades, especially in rooms
with large windows as in Spanish
architecture.
key features, elements and characteristics of Spanish
Colonial interior design
• Wrought iron: In Spanish homes,
you will notice ironwork is very
traditional and can be spotted in
stair rails, door details, window
grilles, gates, and light fixtures.
• Spanish Style Fountains: fountains
in Spanish gardens or courtyards
help in fighting off the hot
summers. Intimate courtyards,
airy patios, gardens, and
refreshing pools add respite and
have become part of the Spanish
decor. These fountains work as
sanctuaries to escape arid climate,
and they have become a part that
complements the interior of
Spanish-style.
 Spanish Colonial Interior Design Elements
Visually, Spanish colonial interior design is
similar to Mediterranean interior design. The
color palette usually includes blues, greens, and
neutrals like white and brown. Terracotta reds
and oranges are huge in this design style.
Whether it is literal terracotta floors and roofs or
just terracotta-colored accents, you will almost
always see this color somewhere in the design.

There is also lots of texture and visual depth in

this design style. Stucco and plaster wall
finishes provide visual interest. There are also
elements of many different materials, such as
wrought iron, stone, ceramics and pottery, and
copper.
Spanish style décor:
Spanish colonial design uses items like
pottery, urns, vases, and plants liberally in
the design. Glazed tiles and mosaics, as
used in Moroccan interior design, are
sometimes seen as well. If it is a mission
style home, there might be stained glass
windows present. But perhaps most
important to the design style is textiles.
These are frequently hung on the walls
as wall art. They are also draped over
furniture like dining tables or living room
couches. Of course, you will see textiles
and rugs on the floor as well. Antique
rugs from Spain make the design
authentic and historical.
British; Victorian style.
English style –Victorian-

Victorian interior design is a style that originated in the United Kingdom

during the Victorian era. Known for its abundance of pattern (in wall
coverings and in textiles), ornamentation, and use of jewel tones, the
interior decoration style absorbs the visitor in its rich world. The
Victorian era produced both a distinct interior design style and a
distinct architectural style.
is an ornamental and lavish style that represented high status during
the Victorian era. Rooms could contain a mix of historical styles, like
pulling decorative ironwork from Gothic revival architecture or fleurs-
de-lis drawn from medieval influences for decoration.
This eclectic nature of the design combated the idea that, when it
came to Victorian decorating, an undecorated or bare room was an
indication of a lack of taste. Therefore, these highly decorated Victorian
rooms contained opulent furnishings, tapestries, patterned wallpaper,
rich colors, flowers, and sentimental pictures and drawings.
History of Victorian-Era Interior Design
Victorian interior design, along with the Victorian era, owes its name to Queen Victoria, who was on the
United Kingdom’s throne when this style rose to prominence.
• Prosperity in the Victorian era: The Victorian era aligns with the reign of the UK’s Queen Victoria and
refers to the period between roughly the 1830s and early 1900s. The Victorian era came on the heels
of the Industrial Revolution (from 1760 to around 1840), and throughout the nineteenth century and
twentieth century, technology advancements continued to make it possible for many household items,
including decorations, to become cheaply mass-produced.
• Opulence among the middle class: With furniture, art, fabric, and decorative arts suddenly accessible
to common people, for the first time many middle-class homeowners were able to invest in the decor
and design of their residences. People stuffed living spaces with beautiful objects—wall art, shelves of
trinkets, and furniture—contributing to a “busy” look that became characteristic of Victorian design,
particularly in contrast to modern, minimalistic styles.
History of Victorian-Era Interior Design
Emergence of individual style: More than a simple show of wealth, Victorian-era style was a way people
could showcase their own personal tastes and incorporate trends from Asia, Northern Africa, and other
continents. Victorian interior design gained popularity because it presented the opportunity to showcase
one’s uniqueness and allowed for distinctive design choices.
Kaleidoscope of colors and patterns: The era was defined by rich colors that came from new painting
and dying techniques. Previously, colors were created from vegetable-based dyes, resulting in muted,
earthy hues. With the invention of aniline dyes, the Victorian era featured bold colors that people were
eager to use in beautiful plaids, stripes, damask, and florals in the form of wallpapers, curtains, and
upholstery.
The Queen Anne style: One of the popular architectural styles that came from this era was the Queen
Anne style, a revived form of architecture from the time of England’s Queen Anne, who ruled from 1702
to 1714. The style was distinctive in North America for its decorative details, corner towers, expansive
porches, and patterned walls. The style evolved from early English designs into a variety of forms and
regional variations.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Rich, dark colors and an abundance of
opulent design choices highlight the most
important elements of Victorian interior
design.
Colors: The early Victorian period featured
darker tones like burgundy, ruby red, forest
green, navy blue, and deep brown, while the
later parts of the era featured brighter hues
and pastels. The era is more closely
associated with those darker, more muted
colors, which were necessary during that
time period when most homes were heated
by coal—darker colors hid the effects of the
smoke and ash.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Furniture: A single
furniture style didn’t
dominate the era, but
furniture was defined
by an excess of
ornamentation.
Victorian furniture was
generally decoratively
carved and over-
stuffed, with pieces
like button-back
armchairs, chaise
lounges, and
ottomans.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Lighting: Essential to
this design style are
light fixtures and
candles, especially in
areas such as dining
rooms, living rooms,
sitting rooms, and
entryways. Tiffany
lamps (with
lampshades made of
glass) were a popular
style of the era for not
only table or standing
lamps but also for wall
sconces and
chandeliers.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Home decor: Accessories
and decorations are
prominently displayed
and cover every surface
in Victorian interior
design. Examples include
a gallery wall of framed
pictures, displayed china,
souvenirs, vases, and lace
doilies, the latter of which
could be used on the
backs of furniture, on
tables, or on mantels.
Additionally, embroidered
cushions decorated
couches, and potted
plants like palms and
ferns were popular.
Stained glass was also a
common way to add
color to rooms.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Window and wall
coverings: Windows
featured heavy fabric
drapes and opulent
window treatments, such
as curtains lined with silk
or wool. Walls were
typically covered with the
rich, dark paint colors of
the era or covered by
tapestries or wallpaper
with bold floral, leaf, or
vine motifs. Walls were
sometimes painted to look
like marble or wood-
grained finishings.
Elements of Victorian Interior Design
Flooring: Wood,
specifically parquet
patterns, is one of the
most common flooring of
the era. Other common
floor types were matting,
floor cloths similar to
linoleum, carpeting
(including broad loom,
Venetian, and reversible),
and toward the second
half of the era, tiled floors
with a repeating geometric
design in the middle.
 Table to compare the main
characteristics of the two styles:
Style Spanish style English style
colors embrace vibrant and rich colors. Earthy tones like The early Victorian period featured darker tones
deep reds, yellows, and oranges like burgundy, ruby red, forest green, navy blue,
and deep brown, while the later parts of the era
featured brighter hues and pastels.

Patterns traditional Spanish motifs like medallions, tiled floors with a repeating geometric design in
damasks, and geometric patterns. the middle. bold floral, leaf, or vine motifs.

Furniture Spanish Colonial interiors often feature antique pieces like button-back armchairs, chaise
furniture pieces, such as heavy wooden tables, lounges, and ottomans.
chairs, and chests.

Accessories Handcrafted pottery, metalwork, religious icons, gallery wall of framed pictures, displayed china,
colorful textiles, freshflowers souvenirs, vases, and lace doilies, the latter of
which could be used on the backs of furniture, on
tables, or on mantels. Additionally, embroidered
cushions decorated couches, and potted plants

materials Wood, stone, clay, wrought iron Wood, tiles, silk, wool, glass