I loved these images of beautiful coastal blues that interior designer, Frank Randolph, used to bring a touch of the ocean to a Kiawah Island home in North Carolina. The prints and mix of accessories are exquisitely beachy. I think I need a set of these brilliant blue dishes! Perfect setting! images via Coastal Living…
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Surfer Chic Beach House
I was thrilled beyond belief when my September issue of House Beautiful arrived the other day and low & behold….there was a beautiful beach house inside! Yes, there’s still time to savor the feeling of summer and everything that comes along with it….sun, sand, more sun and beautiful summer beach house design and inspiration. This colorful beach…
Nantucket Beach Cottage
This bright Nantucket beach cottage was designed by Lynn Morgan. It has two bedrooms, one bath and a beautiful ocean view. I’m in love! Oh my! I love this kitchen!! These pillows add just the right amount of color to this all white room! Notice the turquoise lacquer floors? Love! Cozy back porch that’s perfect for guests. images via COCOCOZY Okay….tell…
What I’m Loving Now {Beachy Home}
The lovely Erin from House of Turquoise just recently introduced us to the home of one of her readers, Christi and her husband Jeff. Christi and Jeff’s dream was to create a light and airy, Hawaiian beachy home. Inspired by a trip they won to the Hamptons, they also wanted to incorporate the classic waterfront architecture they loved so much…
Boho Chic
I love the natural and relaxed feeling of boho style rooms. Sand on the floor, no problem. images via Coastal Living
Beach Bungalow
Interior designer Amelia T. Handegan designed this beach bungalow located in South Carolina near Charleston. This home reminds me of a beach house my family rented many years ago on the west coast of Florida. It seems very comfortable and livable. “This place is reminiscent of how living on the beach used to be,” says Handegan of…
Easy Beach Elegance with Designer Tim Clark
I love California-based designer Tim Clark’s work and I’m always pleased with his modern but casual style. He is known for his stunning arrangements and his easy beach elegance. Tim Clark was also the designer for Coastal Living’s 2010 Ultimate Beach House. You can see my post on that home by clicking here. Here are my other…
Coastal Living’s 2011 Ultimate Beach House Interior Decorator {Phoebe Howard}
I over the moon excited that soon Coastal Living will unveil their 2011 Ultimate Beach House in East Beach, which is located in the beautiful Norfolk, Virginia. The home is being decorated by interior designer, Phoebe Howard, who has an impressive list of publications that she has been chronicled in. I am inspired by her work and look forward to seeing what…
Beachy and White
When I think of coastal living, I think of sunshine and pure white. There’s something lovely about slipcovered sofas and chairs and the sun shining indoors. This makes me happy! Photos via Coastal Living