Terracotta, trailing greenery, and a sense of calm rarely look this effortless, yet that is exactly the mood Sofía Vergara shared in a recent Instagram glimpse of her outdoor space. The look leans into the timeless pairing of warm clay tones and sandy stone, the kind of palette that instantly brings to mind long European summers. Homes & Gardens described it as a Mediterranean oasis, and it is easy to see why. Even in the middle of Los Angeles, the scene feels transportive and unhurried.
Vergara’s home is a spacious Mediterranean-style villa, and the garden matches the architecture rather than competing with it. Behind her, a Spanish-inspired pool house sets the tone with pale walls, a ribbed terracotta roof, and limestone underfoot. Rounded archways and carved columns create that old-world rhythm you usually associate with seaside towns, not Beverly Hills. The overall effect is sunlit and refined, with nothing feeling overly polished.
The terrace styling is just as inviting. A crisp white bistro set sits near a built-in fireplace, suggesting the space is designed for lingering, not just looking. A slate path leads away from the pool house, adding a practical detail that still feels decorative. What stands out most, though, is the variety of planters, including oversized terracotta urns filled with lush, leafy plants that soften all the stone and plaster.
The best part is that the mood is surprisingly easy to borrow, even without a dramatic pool house backdrop. An extra-large terracotta urn can act like a sculpture on a patio, instantly adding a touch of heritage charm. For seating, light wood frames and white cushions keep the look breezy and cohesive with the warm tones of terracotta and sandstone. If you like a slightly aged finish, textured stone planters with a weathered patina pair beautifully with Mediterranean favorites such as cypress.
Garden experts are also pointing to this direction as a defining look for 2026. Grace Thornton, a landscaping specialist at Marshalls Plc, has said many people are chasing that holiday feeling of relaxing outdoors on a warm evening abroad, then recreating it at home. Her advice focuses on choosing warm natural materials, leaning into earthy tones, and keeping the palette consistent with terracotta and sunbaked stone. For a punch of color, she suggests adding blue accents through outdoor tiles or painted pots to echo sea and sky. Mixing materials adds depth, and even a simple patch of lawn can bring freshness while supporting cooling and drainage.
Which Mediterranean garden detail would you try first in your own outdoor space? Share your thoughts in the comments.
