Blue and white remain two of the most recognisable colours in Mykonos, both outside and inside the island's buildings.

Across Mykonos, whitewashed walls are traditionally combined with doors, shutters and details painted in shades of blue. The contrast is particularly visible in Chora, where narrow streets run between white buildings punctuated by blue, green and occasionally red details.

The same palette works naturally indoors. A bedroom can remain almost completely white while blue bed linen, curtains or cushions provide the main colour. Natural materials such as woven lampshades, baskets, timber and simple rugs prevent the combination from feeling too uniform.

Traditional architecture also provides decorative elements of its own. Rounded openings, thick plastered walls and stone floors are characteristic details that can remain visible rather than being covered or replaced.

Small objects can reinforce the palette. Blue-and-white ceramics, candles and tableware are easy additions, particularly when mixed with pieces in natural materials.

Even the pelican shown here has a connection with Mykonos. Petros the Pelican became an unofficial mascot of the island in the 1950s, and pelicans have remained a familiar sight and symbol of Mykonos ever since.

The result is an interior style that feels immediately connected to the island without relying on obvious nautical decoration. White provides the base, blue introduces contrast and stone, wood and woven materials add warmth.

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