Some people wrongly assume that Mexican home decor consists of pottery, cactuses, and chili peppers. This is, of course, a very simplified view, which is missing out on the true Mexican heritage and design. In fact, Mexican home decor was influenced by many sources like the Spanish, the Native Americans, and even the Chinese. This influence along with extreme spirit of the Mexican people created the style that became so popular with people of other origins.

The History of Mexican Home Decor

Early Mexican home decor can be traced back to the 16th century, prior to the Spanish Conquest. It was at this time that the simple adobe structures made way for the more elaborate structures built by the Spanish monks. Read the rest of this entry »