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What it is: If you wanted to split hairs, you could argue that coastal style is as individual as its location: a saltbox in New England, a Mediterranean villa, a tropical cottage in Belize. For this guide, though,... more »
by Lisa Frederick
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What is classic coastal style? Think French Riviera meets the Hamptons. The look is sophisticated: crisp linens, perfectly painted beadboard, bold stripes and a distinct palette of whites, neutrals, blues, charcoal and black. Classic coastal style uses... more »
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‘The aesthetic of seaside homes reflect a magical alchemy between the native and the exotic, the traditional and the whimsical, the mysterious and the familiar." — Barclay Butera
Butera captures this magical alchemy in his new book,... more »
by Becky Harris
The romantic allure of waterside living is undeniable, but back in America's colonial times, no one wanted to live on or near the coast who could afford to live inland. The coast was fraught with danger — storms, flooding, disease and wind are more... more »
After raising six children, this California couple found themselves in an empty nest and promptly flocked to the coast. Their Cape Cod–style house a block from the beach was an opportunity to lighten up, enjoy relaxed country coastal style and entice... more »
by Becky Harris
When a town's name is Watercolor, and it's on the equally tantalizingly named Emerald Coast in the Florida panhandle, you have a hunch it's going to be a testament to gorgeous design. And, dare I say, kudos to the town’s homeowner’s association, whose... more »
Whether it's the pueblos of the American Southwest, saltboxes of the Northeast or Midwest Prairie-style houses, a home's design is best when it's compatible with the surrounding landscape and climate.
In an environment such as Florida, where... more »
Coastal style makes an appearance all over the world, no matter how close you actually are to a beach. While it may start out with a seashell here and there, this is one look that can go overboard (pun intended) very easily. Flip-flops that once resided... more »
Dave and Phoebe Gale traveled to the Bahamas as newlyweds in 1954 and never left. After nearly 60 years of marriage, the couple has never owned a car, connecting to the outside world from their 5-acre island, Parrot Cay, entirely by boat.
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by Brenda Olde
Interior designer Diane Bergeron had some convincing to do with this project, a weekend home for a large family who uses the house year-round. The project architect... more »
by Cathy Lara
Tired of your coastal home's classic style? Pare down your decor and vary textures and finishes to upgrade to a contemporary coastal look. Color plays an important part too — go bold with splashes of saturated turquoises and corals throughout neutral... more »
Contemporary coastal style is defined by clean lines and natural materials and textures — so go bold but stick to simple lines and basic finishes. Create a neutral backdrop with smooth steel, timber and woven materials. Add interest with statement art... more »
Washed-up treasures you find on the beach, everyday objects you can reinvent — many things you once thought were useless can be a part of vintage coastal design. Driftwood, shells, distressed and worn finishes against a soft, chalky color palette combine... more »
Soft pastels, bleached wood, faded linens, gauzy muslins, found objects and distressed paint finishes all define the vintage coastal look. This style is resourceful — nothing is discarded. Instead, new ways are found to use worn or mismatched items.... more »
Classic coastal style has a pared-down simplicity that can be achieved very easily. The most important thing to remember is that this is a classic look, so avoid driftwood hearts or shell garlands. This is all about sophistication — clean lines and... more »
