We may have spent several seasons talking about Japandi (the perfect fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian design aesthetics), but in 2024, the merging of two different locations has taken center stage. Spanifornia, the blend of Spanish and Californian style, is a movement that celebrates the best of both destinations in one space. Think rustic terracotta, rough-hewn textiles, and tropical houseplants – or, for an instant Spanifornia fix, take Novak Djokovic's entryway.
The Serbian-born tennis pro has homes in Monte Carlo, Miami, New York City, and Marbella, but it is the latter entryway that exhibits the perfectly. Complete with monochromatic checkered tiles, wooden architectural features, and gold accents. It combines quaint Spanish style with pared-back Californian luxury – and creates the right first impression in the first room of his home.
A photo posted by djokernole on While our is the perfect base for experimenting with the Spanifornia style, this look translates to every room – including our living space, as designer Carolyn Cerminara-Kelly, the founder of , explains. 'The Spanifornia aesthetic captures everything I adore. It blends the freshness and subtle earthiness of California living with warm tones alongside the traditional yet intricate style of Spanish design, which boasts color and natural materials,' Kelly says.
'Bringing this style into your home is easy. I would start by incorporating a large handmade woven rug in natural hues, featuring a pattern an.
