A hot ancient Greek summer is upon us, thanks to Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, which is currently smashing box-office records around the world. Homer’s epic aside, the ancient world has also left us with a rich design legacy, much of which continues to shape interiors today. “Classical design has always influenced interiors,” says interior designer Max Rollitt, who regularly blends classical references with contemporary comfort. A room in a Hampshire townhouse designed by Max Rollitt. Here, find the most enduring hallmarks of ancient Greek design—and how to bring them into your own home.