Trends in interior design on the Costa del Sol: Back to the traditional.

The architectural landscape has the particularity that it is constantly changing and, like society, it is moved by trends and styles. In this article we tell you which are the current trends and which materials are the most demanded for interior design.

Interior design in Marbella: styles such as Nordic, Mediterranean and more to personalize your space.

Currently coexist multiple styles, such as Nordic, contemporary, wabi sabi, rustic or Mediterranean etc.. as we described in the article of styles in interior design. This diversity makes interior design an art that transforms the perception we have of the spaces. With this we get not only beautify, but also know how to capture the essence of each person and to reflect it in a home. If you want to learn more about these styles and others, click here.

Interior Design in Marbella: ByBo Marbella, Interior Design with Traditional Style and Authentic Materials

In ByBo Marbella, after years of experience in home renovations, we have detected that there is a return to the traditional in interior design. This means that we are prioritizing all those materials that are natural and true to reality, as opposed to materials and finishes that have been subjected to industrial processes that are far from their origin.

This turn back has more to do with our society’s way of thinking than the visual image. We are in a moment in which we trust more in what is true, what is not manipulated. This in interior design refers to materials such as wood or natural stone, which we can see in this natural or rustic style kitchen that we have designed and installed in a luxury home in Marbella, an example of kitchen interior design.

Natural Style

Naturalism is the most evident, so it is the most representative in this interior design trend. The natural style in interior design is characterized by the use of wood, mainly, and accessories that are organic or allude to nature, with the common goal that the use does not cause impact on the environment and everything is sustainable. It seeks to reconnect spaces with nature through organic and recycled materials.

The result is a set of environments that exude well-being, warmth and comfort through materials with raw finishes, natural textures and fluid shapes.

Tropical Style

It is characterized by the exotic, the allusion to summer and good weather very characteristic in interior design in beach areas such as the Costa del Sol. Predominantly bright colors, natural materials and decoration with plant motifs.

It is a style similar to the natural style, but more daring. Furniture is usually made of wood, and some exotic woods can be used, such as teak or bamboo, for that differentiating and jungle touch. Fibers such as rattan or wicker are also used for furniture, such as chairs or sofas, or even for lamps and decorative elements, due to their flexibility and versatility.

In this style the plants cannot be missing, and it admits all varieties, both indoors and outdoors. The most representative are the banana tree, palm trees and bamboo. These also appear in pictorial form in wallpaper or textiles, such as cushions or bedding.

Mediterranean Style

It is the style par excellence of the Costa del Sol. It is a style that seeks freshness through natural materials and light tones. Increasingly, luxury villas in Marbella claim this aspect for its natural style and relaxing aesthetics.

The connection between the interior and the exterior is sought, expanding the home outwards, and wooden furniture is chosen, highlighting the beauty of handcrafted objects. The main color used is white and its chromatic range, such as more raw or sandy tones. Blue and turquoise details also appear, evoking the sea water and clear skies.

Another essential element is vegetation. There is nothing more alive and natural than having plants at home, bringing a sense of purity, tranquility and comfort.

Therefore, this style also relies on traditional materials such as wood, stone and natural fibers.

Andalusian Style

The pillars of this style are warmth, light and natural elements, mostly inspired by Arab and Roman culture and architecture. It is characterized by white walls, in order to reflect the light and provide luminosity and a feeling of spaciousness. The floors are generally made of clay, which is also reminiscent of the rustic and Mediterranean aesthetics, although they can also be made of marble. It is also characterized by the use of tiles, ceramics and the rich Moorish influence in the ornamentation, including the zellige.

Wood is again very present in this style, and we can find it in furniture or even in sagging beams, which provide that traditional touch. Normally the finish of the wood is usually dark, such as walnut, aged oak or mahogany. This material combines well with wrought iron, used in railings or fences.

The exterior is the protagonist, so the porches are usually a determining element in this style, becoming a transition between indoors and outdoors through the use of plants, furniture and decorative elements made with plant fibers, mostly.

*Do you know zellige? In Arabic it means ‘polished stone’. It is a type of mosaic of Maghrebi origin, which consists of cutting pieces of glazed tiles by hand and joining them seamlessly to form patterns. It was a very used resource especially in the walls of the Andalusian patios.

Naif Style

This style has existed throughout the years in all fields of art such as painting, fashion and design and, specifically, in interior design, it is quite present nowadays. It is characterized by simplicity, minimalism and the use of colors such as pink, lavender or mint green.

Wallpaper will be a key element, since nowadays there are an infinite number of prints, finishes and textures, which provide precisely this spontaneity and search for the organic that characterizes this style. So will be elements such as natural wood, wicker, wrought iron and natural textures such as cotton and linen.

The formula for the whole set to work is to seek a balance in terms of tones and decoration. The decorative elements used are usually vases or pots, always not very flashy and with neutral tones, to avoid an overloaded and flashy environment, and look more for sweetness and delicacy.

*What does naif mean? To understand this style, it is necessary to know the origin and meaning of this word. Naïf is a French word used to designate the naïve and innocent. How do we translate this definition to interior design? By suppressing dark tones and opting for pastel colors, bringing freshness and sweetness to the environments.

Please contact us for a first consultation without obligation: we will be happy to create together the house with the interior design of your dreams.