BinsB How GREAT! I'd guess by now the 'kids' are knocking from the outside - yes? Paleese post a pic if you can. We'd all (I'm sure) love to see your accomplishments :-))) after waiting soooo long. Love the orange colors of the nursery but mmm - are they really going to sleep in one crib? :-)) Just kidding. When you have time, which likely won't be for awhile I'm sure, would love to see the nursery with the paper flowers, et al. Not to worry about the non-span house of present. It's the spirit inside that can carry it thru. Imagine what a tough time I have in my location. LOL!! You'll have lotsa fun (when/if you can find the time) doing some special stuff in your new abode. Trop - hmmm pictures this year? LOL! That will be fun to see. I'll look forward (but won't hold my breath too awfully long). :-))) I'm thinking maybe you just eliminated the kitchen altogether and are doing take out now? Houseful it's great to have you posting again. Perhaps you can help us breathe some life back into this thread as I know Bins is going to be rather busy over the next while. :-)) If it weren't for her dedication, I'm sure this thread would no longer exist. I have a few things on my plate but hopefully they will be resolved shortly and I can return to my decorating love. And speaking of thread(s), I didn't check but I'm thinking we must be getting close to limit - yes? Should we be starting a new thread? Waddya all think? Take care all, Holly

Thank you, we're really happy with the way everything came together. The backsplash looks much better in person, of course, and I just love it! we chose the color rainstorm in a crackle finish. Heres the link https://sonomatilemakers.com/product/stellar-marea/

Dunn Edwards has some great historical colors. I think we used historic white and crimson something for the trim. https://www.dunnedwards.com/colors/then-now-and-forever-collection

You’re actually approaching this the right way. In a Spanish Mediterranean home, “timeless” comes down to restraint and material selection, not trying to do too much. Out of the options you shared, the zellige direction is the strongest fit. It brings subtle variation and texture that naturally works with that style without feeling forced. Stick with a soft white or cream and keep the layout simple. Let the material carry the look. One thing to watch out for, Carrara basketweave on the floor can start to feel more East Coast traditional than Mediterranean. It’s clean, but not always the best match for the architecture. A softer stone look or something with a bit of warmth usually blends better. Your star and cross idea can work, but it leans more decorative. That’s where things tend to date faster unless everything else is extremely toned down. Subway tile is the safest option, but also the easiest to end up looking builder-grade if there’s no texture or variation. You’re making a smart move using wallpaper for personality. That gives you flexibility without locking the whole space into a specific look long term. In most bathroom remodels like this, especially in older homes, what really makes it work is how everything ties together. Tile, vanity, lighting, all of it needs to feel like it belongs in the same story. Projects like this usually come down to the details and how far you’re going with finishes, which can shift cost and timeline more than people expect. If you want, I’m happy to look at the full setup and help you dial it in so it feels cohesive and not overdone.