1. Mosaic tiles: These are used extensively in Mediterranean architecture to create intricate patterns and designs on floors, walls, and even ceilings.
2. Stucco: Another popular technique used in Mediterranean architecture is stucco, which is a mixture of plaster and aggregate that can be textured, sculpted, and painted to create different patterns and designs.
3. Arches: Arched windows, doorways, and passages are common in Mediterranean architecture and are often decorated with intricate carvings or patterns.
4. Columns and pillars: These are often used to support the weight of a building and also as decorative elements. They can be simple or ornate, with intricate carvings and designs.
5. Ironwork: Ornamental ironwork is often used in Mediterranean architecture to create decorative railings, gates, and balconies.
6. Tiles and ceramics: Brightly colored tiles and ceramics are a common feature of Mediterranean architecture, often used to decorate walls, floors, and roofs.
7. Carvings and sculptures: Intricately carved stone sculptures, statues, and reliefs are often used to decorate the facades of buildings and adorn public spaces.
8. Frescoes: Frescoes, or painted murals, are commonly found on the walls and ceilings of Mediterranean buildings, depicting religious, historical, or mythological scenes.
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