Mediterranean Architecture As Seen On House Exteriors And Facades
Mediterranean architecture as a whole is composed of a variety of styles that include romantic settings, simple and direct looks and elaborate details. In this large category we can include buildings that are very ornate and organized as well as simplistic structures that impress with their elegance. The Mediterranean style is quite easy to recognize given a series of distinct particularities.
The structures are usually based on a rectangular floor plan and they feature massive and symmetrical facades. This makes it easy to identify Mediterranean architecture from the distance, even before you step inside a building.
Other typical characteristics include stuccoed walls, red tiled roofs and windows in the shape of arches or circles along with wood or iron balconies. Lush gardens are also usually accompanying such structures and they are beautifully organized with well-defined areas and elegant decorations.
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