Spanish Villa

How to Decorate in Spanish Style

Decorating in Spanish style emphasizes warmth, craftsmanship, and old-world elegance. Use solid wood furniture, wrought-iron accents, and natural materials like linen, leather, and pottery. Choose warm neutrals, terracotta, clay, and olive tones, and balance heavier pieces with light walls and open space.

Decorating in Spanish Style

• Spanish-Style Living Room: Anchor the space with solid-wood seating, a sturdy coffee table, and iron-accented lighting. Layer linen or leather upholstery, a warm-toned rug, and handcrafted pottery for a grounded, inviting Spanish feel.
• Spanish-Style Dining Room: Feature a trestle or refectory table with ladder-back or tooled leather chairs. Add a wrought-iron or wood chandelier, linen runner, and simple ceramic tableware to create a warm, communal atmosphere.
• Spanish-Style Bedroom: Choose a robust, solid-wood, stained bed, paired with ornate wood nightstands and iron hardware. Add a rustic mission-style armoire to create a calm, monastic feel.

Get more Spanish-style decorating ideas: Spanish Style Decorating Ideas from HGTV

Choosing the Furnishings for your Spanish Style Home

• Spanish Dining Tables: Choose a substantial, solid-wood table with weight and presence. Trestle, refectory, or thick-plank-top tables are ideal. Look for dark, richly stained dining tables or wood tables with scroll motifs. Avoid glossy surfaces—matte feels more authentic.
• Spanish Dining Chairs: Opt for ladder-back, slat-back, or leather-seat chairs with simple lines. Chairs should feel sturdy and honest, not ornate. Tooled leather chairs in rich brown or beige tones will add warmth and depth to the room.
• Mission Buffets & Servers: Choose a solid wood buffet with hand-carvings, paneled doors, and striking iron hardware. 
• Spanish Chandeliers: A wrought-iron or wood chandelier works best—simple, hand-forged, and slightly rustic. Choose an aged or oil-rubbed finish. 
• Spanish Style Sofas: Look for a wood-framed sofa or a substantial upholstered piece with clean lines. Upholstery should be linen, cotton, or leather in warm neutrals like cream, camel, dark, or saddle brown. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between Spanish and Mission style furniture?
Mission style is a subset of Spanish influence, emphasizing straight lines and minimal ornamentation, while Spanish style may feature softer curves and Mediterranean details.

What colors work best with Spanish furniture?
Warm neutrals, cream, terracotta, clay, olive, and muted earth tones complement the wood and iron beautifully.

Customization:  Most of our Spanish-style pieces can be made in the size, finish, or fabric of your choice. Go here for custom Spanish furnishings.

Pro Tip: Let the furniture breathe. Spanish-style pieces are substantial and architectural, so give them space and pair them with light walls, natural textures, and minimal décor.

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