Inspirations on the Horizon: Blue & White Coastal

Blue & White coastal rooms are crisp, clean and inviting.

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Blue modern sofa in coastal living room

Blue and white striped slipcover dining chairs

Wicker sofa and chairs with bold blue and white cushions

Blue and white stripe coastal rug with white slipcover sofa

Honey rattan chaises and coffee table in coastal living room

White slipcover sofa with pale blue coastal throw pillow

Navy painted rattan sofa and chairs with blue and white cushions

White rattan chairs and ottomans with blue and white stripe cushions

Blue and white chevron rug with white upholstered sofa

How to guide: Make your coastal space kid and dog friendly

A room that looks beautiful but doesn't account for Fido,the kids and everyday family life will quickly be destroyed. Incorporate a decorating style that will stand up to the test of family and pets. With a few simple tips and the right products your coastal home will have style and sustainability.

From the Masthead: Rooms with a view

Coastal rooms with inspirational views.

Spotted from the Crow's Nest:Beach House TourWhistable Beach

Whistable Beach- Kent, UK Beach house in turquoise hues.

a mix of shabby chic and cottage fills this coastal beach house.

Knot This But That: Coastal Shopping Coastal Kitchen

The Crew at Our Boat House has found some really coastal items to complete your Kitchen/Dining area.

Shopping guide:

Nantucket wicker dining chair

Raw wood dining table 

Cottage style wooden bench

Metal hanging Lantern

East Hampton slipcover stool

Sea glass vases- set of 2

Authentic ship brass light

Brass ship sconces

Starfish plates

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Inspirations on the Horizon: Nautical Rooms

Inspirational coastal rooms with nautical touches

Style Starboard: Round Up Shabby Chic

Shopping guide:

South Hampton slipcover chair 

Hampton whitewash coffee table

Montauk slipcover sofa

 Empire shell chandelier

Shabby chic shell mirror

 Slipcover ruffled bench

How to guide: Finishing touches

 All the furniture is in place, draperies are hung and the paint is dry. You have just the right coastal slipcover sofas and perfect distressed coffee table but the room doesn't feel or look completely finished. The room design is not complete until you add the finishing touches. Finding and adding the finishing touches is the fun part of decorating. You'll be adding personality that makes the room reflect who you are. 

Spotted from the Crow's Nest:Beach House Tour Broad Beach

Beautiful beach house on Broad Beach.

10 Ways To: To rid the winter blues

When the sun disappears before dinner and the sky is dark and moody , it’s easy to get the winter blues. 10 simple ideas can cheer up any space even if it's chilly outside.

1. Colorful Accent  
Add a cheerful touch to a dull space by adding some colorful accents or accessories.

2. Punch of Pattern
Liven up your living room sofa with a pop of a pattern with a throw pillow.

3. Shed Layers
Lighten a room by removing knickknacks and clutter. One, three or five key pieces will have a greater impact than a cluttered mess of collectibles.

4. Liven Up Walls
A fresh coat of color brightens a room in less than an hour. Classic, nature-inspired colors are best bets to lend a subtle, sunny spark. 

5. Add Art  
Hang a cheerful new piece of art on a focal-point wall to give a space a winter lift. It can be a poster, the kids’ latest paintings or a fine masterpiece—as long as it’s colorful, it will be a room brightener. 

6. Sunny Days
Make the most of natural light on shorter winter days. Pull back heavy window treatments and let the sun shine in.

7. Flowers
Nothing says “spring is coming” like fresh flowers. Go for loose arrangements in a clear glass vessel to show off the green of the stems along with the buds. 
8. Cozy Glow
Update your lighting to instantly gain brightness on a gray day. Combine overhead lighting, large floor lamps and smaller task lighting for the best results. Increase the bulb strength in existing fixtures.

9. Dish it out
In the kitchen, swap heavy ceramic dishes and mugs for lighter glass plates or melamine bowls and dishes. Replace dingy hand towels with white ones. 

10. Reflections
Mirrors add light to a space and encourage a feeling of sunny brightness. Hanging a mirror in a room will reflect light through the space.

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Coastal Dining Room with bright blue vases

Bright patterned throw pillows

White tailored sofa in clean coastal room

Yellow and white bright walls

Bright framed dog art

Blue and white coastal room with striped drapes

Bright pink peony flowers in clear vase

Gray slipcover chairs with low hanging pendant chandelier

Coastal seashell inspired dishes and table setting

White shaped mirror in coastal vignette

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Inspirations on the Horizon: Romantic Coastal

Romantic coastal spots to enjoy this Valentines Day

How to guide: Create a romantic bedroom

With a little help from our design crew you can create a romantic bedroom with ambiance.

A romantic ambiance can be a great aphrodisiac and can be created easily with big results.

Because we absorb our surroundings through our five senses keep each of these senses in mind as you recreate your bedroom for a more romantic feel. The key is to create a feel within the room that is soft, inviting and a ‘place’ that you want to be.

From the Masthead: Rooms with a view

Ocean views from coastal rooms.

Spotted from the Crow's Nest:Beach House Tour Coastal Cottage

 This quaint coastal cottage, beach house is lovely.

Knot This But That: Romantic Coastal Bedroom

Our Design Crew found lovely pieces to fill your romantic coastal bedroom with.

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House Honeys

Shopping Guide:

Four Poster RH Wellesy bed 

White Pippette table lamp 

Marchmont bedside chest

East Hampton slipcover bench

Wrought iron and wood chandelier

Del Mar slipcover chair

Old elm pedestal side table

Hampton organic linen euro pillows

Amagansett matelasse coverlet

Inspirations on the Horizon: Shabby Chic Coastal

Shabby Chic Coastal rooms in soothing pastel shades.

Style Starboard: Round Up Valentines Day gifts for her

The Crew at Our Boat House has found the prefect gifts for her on Valentines Day

 Shopping guide:

Silver sea fan bracelet

Aquamarine point necklace

Aquamarine drop earrings

Aventurine earrings

Aventurine necklace

Green Kyanite earrings

Aegean necklace

Aegean earrings

Verdigris cuff

How to guide: Selecting the right size and style sofa

Follow the guidelines to select the right size and style sofa to fit your space.

Spotted from the Crow's Nest:Beach House Tour West Sussex Beach House

This coastal cottage is all about the beach. Located in Selsey, West Sussex, United Kingdom, this beach cottage is filled with true coastal decor, simplicity with great taste and comfort.

This is the kind of beach house you go to unwind and forget about any routine. The ocean views will make you forget about errands and remind you to relax.

10 Ways To: To create a Coastal Cottage style room

Cottage-style interiors have a happy informal vibe, they are airy and intimate at the same time.  From colorful weathered paint to warm stained wood, finishes are touchable rather than hands-off and only get better with age. 

 

Painted pieces, vintage accessories, and detailed trim with plenty of fresh white paint applied to walls, floors, furniture, and cabinetry. Classic details meet with modern silhouettes creating a lovely cottage feel. 

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