Mediterranean house plans draw design cues from the whole of the Mediterranean region, including Moorish, Byzantine, and Spanish influences intermingled with traditions of Native Americans. A perennial favorite in warm climates, Mediterranean homes have evolved into a beautifully eclectic home style that's fitting for any region of the country. Mediterranean homes are typically constructed with a stucco exterior, have shallow often red tiled roofs that slope to create a wide overhang which provides needed shade in warm climates. In addition to large windows, Mediterranean floor plans use courtyards and open arches which allow breezes to flow freely through the house and verandas. Exposed wooden beams frame the rooms. Mediterranean style home designs aren't found very often around the Mediterranean Sea . Instead, Mediterranean house plans are an American stylistic interpretation which echoes the relaxed, outdoor lifestyle of the region that gives them their name.