What defines a Mediterranean Style Home?

Mediterranean house plans are very trendy in the states of Arizona, Texas, California and Florida. These Mediterranean style house plans are usually identifiable by the main use of stucco archways, and tiled center courtyards. Inspired by the Spanish/Mediterranean influences, Mediterranean homes commonly have low pitch tile roofs, with very small, or no overhangs. Roof styles can be low-pitched gable, hip, or even flat with parapets. Stucco exterior walls are universal design qualities of all Mediterranean house plans.

Garages can be attached, or detached, sometimes combing guest accommodations in the form of a small casita. There is a prominent use of stucco arches that is usually above main entrances, doorways, and windows. The layout of the floor plan is generally asymmetrical with gabled wings in the form of an L or U-shape configuration, similar to a ranch home. The courtyards are deliberately centralized to provide communication to the outdoors, from most rooms. Carved wooden doors, pilasters, columns, ornamental railings, and carved pattern stonework are also traditional characteristics of Mediterranean style house plans.

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About Mediterranean House Plans

Elements of floor plan design taken from Italian villas and Spanish Revival homes give creation to Mediterranean house plans. Signature design characteristics of the Spanish Mediterranean home can best be identified by stucco exteriors that are light in color, terra cotta tile roofs, and a large open floor plans perfect for large family gatherings and entertaining guests.

By ordering a Mediterranean house plan, you will enjoy all the amenities you could ever want in addition to plenty of space for family or friends. A true Mediterranean home plan makes for relaxing, outdoor living one can expect from the region that gives this style of home their name.

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