The colors and pattern are very suggestive of the American Southwest. All the pieces are at least slightly larger than normal. The mugs hold at least 150% of a normal mug. Same with the bowls. Check you cupboard depth against size of dinner plates to be sure cupboard doors can close. We have to hand-wash the plates as they don't fit in our dishwasher. Despite the size issues, we love these dishes and expect to be using them a decade from now.