Adriatic inspiration for Australian homes
Think of long afternoons where the light stretches across whitewashed walls, or evenings spent beneath an archway, glass in hand, as the sky softens into shades of blue and violet. The Adriatic palette brings that sense of European ease into the Australian home – sun-soaked, architectural and quietly refined.
This is a scheme that balances airiness with structure, combining terrazzo-inspired textures, artisan finishes and muted, contemporary hues. More architectural than coastal, Adriatic captures the romance of a Mediterranean summer while being grounded enough for everyday family life. It’s a palette for those who want their home to feel like a retreat – whether that’s an echo of a holiday abroad or a permanent embrace of summer’s light and warmth.
The Adriatic palette has that subtle European elegance, but with a modern twist that makes it perfect for contemporary Australian living.
– Homebuyers Centre Display Designer, Nadija Saluwadana.
Designing with Adriatic
At its heart, Adriatic is calm and structured – cooler whites, terrazzo-look surfaces and cabinetry that shifts into soft blue-grey tones. These inclusions create interiors that feel breezy and contemporary while hinting at something enduring.
Where the palette really comes alive is in how you build on it. Add accents of pastel blues and greens to echo the sea, lemon yellow for a playful pop, or even a burst of orange to bring warmth.
Terracotta ceramics, rattan chairs, tactile stone and hand-thrown pottery all tie the story together – layering in the textures and artistry that embody Mediterranean living.
We’ve given the palette a fresher touch with lighter tones and textural finishes, keeping it timeless but also distinctly modern.
For those who crave European ease at home
Adriatic is ideal for those who want their home to carry the romance of travel while still being practical for daily life. For city dwellers, it’s a reminder of island escapes and summers spent by the sea. For families, it’s a way to create serene spaces that remain inviting and light-filled.
It’s a palette that can shift with the seasons – bright and breezy through summer, moody yet cocooning in winter. Always elegant, always emotive, but never cold.
This scheme is for anyone who loves European charm but wants it in a way that feels fresh, inviting, and approachable.
Elevating with upgrades
For those who want more definition, upgrades take Adriatic from relaxed to refined. Polytec cabinetry in ‘Black Woodmatt’ offers a deeper tone for contrast, while feature tiling, such as square mosaic splashbacks, introduces a subtle pattern. These details sharpen the architectural lines, making kitchens and living areas true centrepieces.
On the exterior, the lighter greige renders of the base palette are elevated with ‘Indulgence Praline’ sandy bricks and blue-grey feature tiles, creating crisp detailing that works beautifully with the play of natural light, giving the home a sculptural presence.
We’ve updated the exterior with cooler tones that really shine at sunset – a look that feels contemporary, but also beautifully in tune with our Australian coastal landscapes.
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The Adriatic palette brings that sense of European ease into the Australian home – sun-soaked, architectural and quietly refined. Adriatic is ideal for those who want their home to carry the romance of travel while still being practical for daily life. For city dwellers, it’s a reminder of island escapes and summers spent by the sea.