When creating a coastal-style home, there are a few key pieces you'll want to consider. Natural textures are an important element that you can add through furniture made of rattan, sea grass or wicker. Driftwood pieces can be a little cliché, but natural unstained woods or chippy painted wood can create the same casual feel. And for upholstered pieces, white slipcovers that can be washed, bleached and dried in the sun create an immediate beach-house feel that can stand up to sandy feet and towels.