How to decorate a rustic Mallorcan house

Interior design and decoration is not only a matter of aesthetics for your vacation home, it is also the use of available space and order. When something is in harmony it means that it is beautiful, but also functional, and that is the goal of decorating a vacation home, that it is attractive to the eye but also useful. On the internet you can find very simple and modern ideas to decorate your property, but you can also write to us at and follow these tips.

Decorating a rustic Mallorcan house, stands out for a style based on wooden elements, nature and accessories that take us to the Mediterranean. Far away is the image of a rustic house that is old with curious and inherited pieces, the decorative trend has evolved and we are talking about a chic, modern and Majorcan style, which brings out the best of your holiday home.

Eight tips for decorating in rustic Mallorcan style

  1. The predominant colors in the Majorcan style are those of wood and stone, combining very well with earthy tones, bone, beige, toasted, sand, terracotta, some greens and reddish tones. Remember that less is more, and that in Mallorca white and blue or green are its greatest representatives.

  2. A rustic décor looks great with antique furniture, chests, black wrought iron utensils, wicker objects, rattan furniture, clay vases, handmade textiles and ornaments. Go to the more traditional markets and look for distinctive pieces that you think represent the personality of the island.

  3. Cotton, plain and printed fabrics with floral motifs are the preferred fabrics for this decoration. You can also rely on woven blankets for the bedrooms or armchairs in natural or bright tones. This rustic seal is a trip to the style of village houses surrounded by nature, homey and cozy.

  4. Do not forget to include in this Majorcan decoration for your holiday home, the bathroom. All kinds of natural and country elements such as flowers, stones, plants and wooden elements work. Although it is ideal for rural houses and similar, it also fits very well in the city.

  5. A good idea to accompany the rustic decoration of your holiday home is a large wall mural showing an image of a mountain or forest. You can use black and white or full color photographs of Mallorca.

  6. A brick or wood wall for the floor and even on the walls or decorative details can be a great idea and at the same time make a difference. Bamboo wood also works, resistant and adds to the rustic look.

  7. In the decoration of rustic kitchens we can make use of various objects, but always keeping in mind that they must be made with natural fibers. For example, wicker baskets are a good choice for kitchen decoration.

  8. It is important that when decorating with new or old furniture, you take into account the measurements: be sure of the space you have available. Combinations: remember to keep an order between colors and types of furniture. Functionality: what you need it for and where it will be located. The style: do not forget that we want a rustic Majorcan house.

Pepe Pont

Travel journalist | Co-founder of #bcnTB, #alquilair and #todoesdata | Computer engineer by profession; traveler, photographer and eternal student by vocation.

http://www.pepepont.com
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