Title: In & Out — The Soul of a Spanish Home

Category: Design & Living

Author: By Siesta

Tagline: Living the Mediterranean, one story at a time

Introduction:

Spanish homes aren’t built — they’re breathed into life.

From the sun‑drenched courtyards of Alicante to the cool stone interiors of inland fincas, every detail tells a story. These homes aren’t just places to live — they’re rituals in brick and lime, designed to slow you down, draw you out, and pull you back in.

In this first edition of La Siesta, we explore the anatomy of a Spanish house — not just the materials, but the mood. The way a breeze moves through an archway. The way light falls on a tiled floor at siesta hour. The way indoor and outdoor spaces blur into one long, lazy embrace.

Exterior Highlights:

- Whitewashed walls — reflect heat, evoke timeless charm

- Terracotta roof tiles — age beautifully, echo the earth

- Wrought iron balconies & gates — handcrafted heritage

- Courtyards (patios) — social sanctuaries with citrus trees or fountains

- Natural stone or ceramic tiling — for pathways and terraces

Interior Touches:

- Exposed beams & textured plaster walls — rustic meets refined

- Cool ceramic floors — earthy tones, barefoot living

- Arched doorways & alcoves — soften transitions, frame light

- Muted palettes — with bursts of ochre, cobalt, olive green

- Furniture that tells a story — artisan wood, woven textures, vintage finds

La Siesta Lens:

Spanish design isn’t about perfection — it’s about presence.

A chipped tile, a sun‑faded cushion, a shadow cast by a lemon tree — these are the details that make a house feel like home.

In future issues, we’ll dive deeper into restoration tips, branding for property listings, and how to evoke this lifestyle in every corner of your build or blog.

© La Siesta Magazine — By Siesta

Living in the Mediterranean, one story at a time