Mediterranean pool design, as showcased at Jennifer Lopez's Miami Beach residence in 2004, remains a popular outdoor trend after two decades and can be effortlessly emulated.
Transforming Your Backyard into a Mediterranean Paradise: Lessons from Jennifer Lopez's Star Island Home
Jennifer Lopez's Star Island home in Miami, as seen in an aerial photograph from 2004, boasts a stunning Mediterranean garden that has captured the hearts of many. This timeless outdoor space, with its warm, inviting atmosphere, serves as an inspiration for those seeking to create their own backyard oasis.
The key elements of a Mediterranean garden design, as demonstrated in Jennifer Lopez's home, include an earthy limestone patio, a rounded Italian-style fountain, subtle blue tiling, lush planters with lively flowers and herbs, and the use of natural materials such as terracotta tiles, stone walls, and aged wood.
The earthy limestone patio sets a warm, rustic foundation typical of Mediterranean outdoor spaces, while the rounded Italian-style fountain adds elegance and tranquility. Incorporating traditional Mediterranean color schemes, such as subtle blue tiling, brings a reminiscent touch of the sea and sky. The lush planters, brimming with vibrant flowers and herbs, create a welcoming, verdant atmosphere.
Jodi Peterman of Elizabeth Erin Designs advises adding authenticity to your Mediterranean garden by incorporating potted plants like lavender, rosemary, olive, and citrus trees. Building an aromatic herb garden next to the pool with Mediterranean staples like rosemary, thyme, and oregano can elevate your outdoor space even further.
Comfort layering with woven textures and warm, neutral or muted ocean blue cushions adds a cozy, breezy feel to your Mediterranean garden. Ambient lighting using lanterns, string lights, or candles creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere, especially for evening relaxation or dining.
Replicating the Mediterranean garden trend around a pool is simple. Creating a stylish entertaining area using the best fire pit and outdoor furniture can transform a Mediterranean pool area into a relaxed retreat. Planning gas lines to fire bowls in the construction phase makes them easier to use and adds sophistication to the outdoor setup.
The use of oversized urns in the Spanish Colonial Revival Style, as a statement piece, adds a hint of European charm to any patio. Lightweight planters made from durable, lightweight plastic offer a cost-effective way to achieve a Dali-inspired look.
The trend of Mediterranean garden design has seen a significant increase this summer, with a 190% increase in searches for 'Mediterranean garden'. Grace Thornton, a landscape design expert at Marshalls Gardens, attributes this to people wanting to create their own local escape with the feel of relaxing outside on a warm summer's evening while abroad.
Whether you're looking to create a luxurious balance of elements or a cozy, inviting atmosphere, the Mediterranean garden style offers a timeless and versatile approach to outdoor design. Signing up to the Homes & Gardens newsletter provides design expertise and advice to help you transform your backyard into a Mediterranean paradise.
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Incorporating the Mediterranean garden design in your home-and-garden, as demonstrated by Jennifer Lopez's Star Island retreat, involves using natural materials like terracotta tiles, stone walls, and aged wood [1]. To add authenticity, consider including potted plants such as lavender, rosemary, olive, and citrus trees [2]. For a cozy and breezy feel, layer comfort with woven textures and warm, neutral or muted ocean blue cushions [3]. To find expert advice and design tips for transforming your backyard into a Mediterranean paradise, subscribe to the Homes & Gardens newsletter [5].
