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Coastal Feel All-Year-Long

The Uttermost Accessories Wool Poufs pop from the neutral wood flooring.

How do you feel when you are exposed to the sunshiny coasts and salty air of coastal towns? Coastal homes are lucky to feel the crispness of the fresh air and the brightness of the life-giving sun almost every day.

Coastal design is a decorative theme that is inspired by nautical accents and weathered furniture. It also infuses different shades of blue, pale finishes, and other maritime elements (e.g. anchors, compass, helms, and replica or preserved pieces of marine life).

Whether you have a home in the middle of Malibu or you live elsewhere but would want to have a home that looks beachy all-year-round, it is the same. You have to know which elements should be included and which ones should not even be seen in your habitat.

Marine Colors

The coastal palette is often inspired by beach colors such as the color of the ocean, the greenness of the sea foams, the grays of a driftwood, and the neutrality of the brown sand. You can also be bold and decorate with hints of crimson and then you will have achieved the preppy, tailored look.

Coral bursts are also very much welcome as they can add a pop of color to softer hues. In order to emphasize the freshness of your surroundings, you can add decorative elements with sails, cream curtains, and other marine-colored linens.

Marine Stripes

There are very few elements that are tried and tested in terms of giving you the perfect marina or coastal look. Thick stripes or even pinstripes can capture the beholder’s attention. They also give the impression that you have a wider space or a higher ceiling depending on which way the stripes go.

Get inspiration from beach chairs as well as the sailor outfits. Use wide stripes, cabana-style, to balance the rest of the decorative elements.

Maitland-Smith Living Room Black Iron Coral Motif Console Table, Green Stone Base, Brass Accents, Beveled Glass Top comes with the right coastal elements for your beach-inspired home. 

Sea Corals

Using corals as a decorative element adds vibrance to any coastal home. Have you seen the colors of the coral reefs? There are so many hues to choose from. Add coastal décor and you will have staged a Bohemian look as well with reference to the oceans and Mother Nature in general.

What’s Coastal Life without Wicker?

Giving your home a weathered look (which is needful for this theme because of the constant spray of seawater brought about by strong sea breezes) is as easy as adding some wicker chairs. Comfortable and durable wicker chairs are a staple in indoor seating and patio pieces.

Glass Accessories

Choose the right glass accessories for your coastal-themed home. Your home will definitely sparkle like the glint of the sun on water if you are able to pick the right pieces.

Find the green or blue glass options which best capture the hues of the oceans.

Driftwood + Rope

Driftwoods present a ghostly silhouette for any space. What could be a more natural finish for your coastal space than this? Find driftwood décor such as lamps, frames, and other pieces.

As for rope accents, be sure to use those with natural fibers. Ropes lend an apt nautical touch to your theme especially when they are used as wall art, on baskets, and as decorative accessories.

Hardwood Floors and Furniture

Hardwood pieces are not only beautiful, they are also timeless. Wood pieces are elegant and warm while flooring made of hardwood provides the classic look that makes visitors cozy up to your place.

Pouf as Added Seating

Pouf is mobile, miniature versions of the ottoman. They are flexible to use and they can provide comfy seating.

Play around with the textures and styles of various poufs. Check out those with preppy colors like coral, crimson, and navy blue to make your work of decorating your home a lot easier.

Woven Baskets Galore

Choose the rope or wicker types if you want to add woven baskets as extra storage units.

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