Coastal Designs of Summer

Coastal designs of summer and the decor accents, palette selections, and classic in the style of accessories that exemplify coastal chic inspire this show and tell.

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Carmel Brantley

You may ask yourself what attributes truly define coastal design style.

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Sarah Bartholomew Design

Cozy (yes, cozy) lays the foundation, natural elements set the tone, serene seaside and sky scenes inspire the palette, and the implementation of classic decor accents the necessary element to create an understated yet elegant aesthetic.

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Photo by Den Harrson 

Customarily when the ocean-sea-gulf floats to mind, it conjures up a visual palette including:

Natural to neutral sandy beaches.

Waves of water stroked in crystal blue and aqua green beautifully tipped by curls of white.

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Photo by Silas Baisch

Skies painted from nature’s pastel palette.

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Seashells by the seashore in sizes and shapes only matched in marvel by their colors, textures, and patterns.

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Southern Home Magazine -Photography by Anice Hoachlander

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Handwoven Coastal Chandelier in Brass Braided Woven Shade

Love the double and the triple hang.

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Design West

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Metropolitan Marseille 44″ Wide Gilded Brass 3-Light Pendant

Handmade construction accents this unique bamboo pendant.

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Bamboo Wicker Handmade Cane Pendant

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Vaxcel Lighting H0282 Elsa 36″ Wide 5 Light Linear Capiz Shell

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Colby Construction

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Palecek Isla 37″ Chandelier

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Distressed White 3-Light Wooden Drum Chandelier

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Meyer Davis – Photography by Andrew Ingalls

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Stella Diminuta Tan/Wheat Cottage 13.8 in. Indoor Accent Table Lamp

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White Sand, Clear, Heathered Oatmeal Table Lamp with Beige Linen Shade

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Allison Elebash Interior Design

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4 Light Caged Chandelier in Gold Finish

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Antique Gold Leaf Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light

Matte Black Wall Sconce with Black Rattan Shade

Matte Black Wall Sconce with Black Rattan Shade

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Sayulita Mexico Oil Painting

Sayulita Mexico Oil Painting

Seascape Art Print

Seascape Art Print

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Coral Angelfish Accent

Blue & White Yuan Fish Open Top Jar

Woven Rattan Plantation Chair

Resin Bird Table Lamp with White Linen Shade

Willa Grey Resin Imitation Whale Shark Wall Decor

Inspiration is everywhere, and this nautical accent table with anchor base brings to mind the importance of conveying balance and form with thoughtful anchor pieces in design and decorating

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Nautical Accent Table with Anchor Base

On a personal note, when I saw this table I was immediately reminded hope is the anchor of the soul.

You know what they say about pieces speaking to you.

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Tasteful and timeless coastal home decor accents and accessories accentuate the casual, comfortable, fun, elegance, and seaside sophistication associated with classic coastal style.

Jermaine Woven Dining Chair

Jermaine Woven Dining Chair

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Ceramic Coastal Shell Tabletop Decoration

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Farrow Boho Dining Table, Light Honey

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The Life Styled Co.

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Woven Tana Antique/ Grey Wicker Dining Chairs (Set of 2)

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Alexander Ceramic Planter

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Dried Mixed Floral Protea Blossom Bouquet

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Round Sandstone Hobnail Planter with Distressed Finish, Greige

Madison Park Hemlock Reclaimed Walnut Antique Cream Dining Table

Madison Park Hemlock 46″ Round Pedestal Dining Table Dining Table

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Stella Oval Back Chair – Moss

Tropical and nautical design styles align on a branch of the coastal designs of summer family tree like that of your favorite second cousin once removed, and in certain design and decor situations the most deserving of an invite to the family reunion, so to speak.

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Interior decorating is all about allowing the spaces and places in the home to mirror image our tastes, interests, passion, and personality -the paradigm of personal style.

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 Photography by Maura McEvoy

Impressions inspire and inspiration directs decor choices.

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Stone walls, sand-washed woods, regional antiques, and elegant simplicity throughout is the Maine reason I have fallen in love with Hunting Island, a restored summer cottage featured in “The Maine House,” by Maura McEvoy and Basha Burwell.

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River Brook Design & Construction

Exact in the style of matches don’t always come our way.

Natural Rattan Cushioned Dining Accent Chair

Natural Rattan Cushioned Dining Accent Chair

Coastal Ottoman with White Washed Fir Wood

Coastal Ottoman with White Washed Fir Wood

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This is where options along with a keen eye and a bit of decorative interpretation enters the picture.

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Elle Decor – Photography by Francesco Lagnese

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Red Polystone Textured Fish Sculpture with White Fins

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Barbados-Reef Cut Velvet Fabric

Gorgeous!

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Court Vintage French Upholstered Fabric Dining Side Chair

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Coral Chandelier

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Cord covers cover a multitude of unsightly sins.

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Veranda – Photography by Douglas Friedman

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Conch shell decorative

Bahamian Large Queen Conch Slit Back Natural Shell

Solid Black REAL Sea Fan

Solid Black REAL Sea Fan

Natural Woven Rectangular Tray with Handles

Natural Woven Rectangular Tray with Handles

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Swamp with Alligator Print

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Becca Interiors

Two styles for the price of one cohesive look is a visual bargain of the very best kind.

Achieve cozy harmony by intermingling coastal designs of summer together with pieces traditionally associated with the deep rich patina of fall.

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Edward George

 Love your coastal designs of summer style!

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