Mediterranean-Inspired Bathrooms: Colours, Textures and Finishes

Do you hope to turn your bathroom into a sun-drenched coastal retreat? A Mediterranean-inspired design captures the essence of relaxed luxury. From handcrafted terracotta tiles to soft plaster walls and aged brass details, every element tells a story of craftsmanship and charm.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to bring the beauty of the Mediterranean into your own home, with practical design ideas, colour inspiration, and styling tips that transport you straight to the seaside villages of Greece, Italy, and Spain.

Bathroom Inspiration

So, let’s take a look at some bathroom ideas in detail.

Terracotta flooring adds warmth

Going for a mediterranean look means you’re paying the biggest attention to your tiles for visual interest. Terracotta and earthy tones are a good choice.

Raw, unglazed, and handmade terracotta tiles can be used for terraces to bring an authentic vibe. Hexagons, octagons and herringbone create interest. A walk-in shower could include details like wood trims on doorways or a metal mesh inset over the doors to refine the classic detailing. Feel free to custom-design vanities with reclaimed wood.

Beautiful mosaics

Mosaic tiles are perfect for custom tilework designs like geometric. It’s functional and artistic. How can you style tiles to achieve the Mediterranean look?

• Aim to master your colour story for shower spaces and the bathroom vanity. Soft beiges, warm neutrals, creamy whites, gentle greys, or layering in some blue, orange or olive green.
• Contrast textures. Pair glossy, smooth zellige with rough, matte stone or combine larger-format tiles with mosaics so it doesn’t look flat or monotonous.
• Creating architectural interest and depth such as decorative borders, arched niches, or stepped transitions. There’s so much design-wise you can play around with.
• Experiment with proportion and patterns. Feature wall texture and mirror spaces are great to introduced unique patterns, such as using geometric tiles as a border or accent wall.
• Made with imported limestone, you can make a statement that is timeless.
• An aged brass shower enclosure adds a refined, old-world contrast.

Warm neutrals

The aim is to bring the outdoors in with warm, neutral cosy colours, earth tones and lots of natural materials! Here are some quick ideas:

• Try out handcrafted ceramics, such as zellige tiling for benchtops. These catch the light beautifully, especially at sunset.
• Natural stone tiles, from limestone to marble or travertine. For example, make use of two different tones of tumbled travertine for bathroom floors creates a classic European feel.
• Mediterranean porcelain tiles, which mimic traditional materials and gives the appearance of durable, natural stone.
• Textured walls (plaster or limewash wall finishes) for depth.
• Layered greenery, brass or bronze accents bring character.

As for the grout and finishing details, sand or cream-coloured grout blends with the warm, organic style. It is best to avoid stark-white grout.

Choose plaster walls

Textural in finish and warm in tone, it’s the perfect combination for an inviting bathroom space.

For example, a vintage style soaking tub can sit in front of windows featuring flower boxes for softness. You can even add wooden wall details or a freestanding bathtub.

You aren’t limited by plaster, either! Try:

• White walls
• Blue and white stripes
• Ethereal fabrics
• Olive green vertical tiles

Have a look at one of our St Kilda Apartmentprojects, a high-end vibe that is practical, clutter-free and polished finish.

Read: What Fittings and Fixtures Work Best For a Luxury Bathroom Without Blowing the Budget?

AAA Build: Renovation Process

1. A friendly phone consultation. We discuss the scope of your work, the location, and the feasibility of your project.
2. Our Senior Interior Designer will visit your home.
3. Showroom visit. Make all of your selections in one place, from colour to fittings and fixtures.
4. We provide you an estimated quote.
5. Once you accept the quote, we issue a Master Builders Association of Victoria (MBAV) contract.
6. The design phase begins! We’ll provide you with detailed floor plans, elevations, schedules, and specifications.
7. During construction, you’ll be assigned a dedicated Site Manager to oversee the entire project. Our team includes our own skilled carpenters, and we collaborate with trusted tradespeople who prioritise our projects.
8. Upon completion, we’ll conduct a thorough walkthrough with your Site Manager to ensure you’re delighted with the results.

The bathroom you’ve always wanted is possible with AAA Build.

Get Your Bathroom Renovations in Melbourne Started

Serving Melbourne for over 30 years, AAA Build makes your Mediterranean bathroom a reality. We believe in the family unit, and we treat every customer like they are part of our own family.

Contact us by calling 1300 400 388 or email [email protected] for a cost estimate and to learn more about what we do. Whether you’re keen on a specific paint product such as high gloss durable paints, coloured concrete, exposed aggregate, we offer a FREE in-house consultation that discusses our premium range.

With our renovate now and pay later option, you can achieve your ideal build sooner than ever. AAA Build are the proud winners of the Best of Houzz 2023, 2024, and 2025 Awards for Design & Service.