Design Quandary Solved: How To Do Beachy Without Being Overly ... Beachy.

When people think "beach house" their minds often go straight to nautical themed art, faux distressing, wood paneled signage with cheesy slogans and a whole lot of blue and white ...

IMO the best beach houses are a bit more subtle in nature. They utilize natural materials like linen, jute and wood to visually remind us of the tones found at the beach without being so ...direct. Mixing natural materials with collected pieces like vintage textiles, sun hats hanging on a wall, gathered shells from a day of beach combing, or a beautiful photo of the ocean creates an unfussy laid back luxury that is inherent in coastal living. It's all about balance!

Designed by Alexander Design Build

Photography by Nicole Franzen

Image via Surf Shack. Photography by Brittany Ambridge

Designed by Sun Soul Style Interiors / Photography by Julia Sperling

Home of Jenni Kayne

Designed by Alexander Design Build

Designed by Amber Interiors

Designed by Alexander Design Build

Designed by Shanty Wijaya // Photography by Virtually Here Studios

Designed by Three Birds Renovation

Designed by Sun Soul Style Interiors / Photography by Julia Sperling

Ready to bring the beach into your home? Check out the vibe below and shop some of my favorite coastal pieces.

St. Mortiz Book // Glass Beads // Marble Bowl // Planter // Accent Chair // Coffee Table // Rug // Floor Lamp // Black and White Art Abstract Art // Floor Lamp // Sofa // Pillow 1 // Pillow 2 // Pillow 3 // Throw // Side Table // Wall Hanging // Leather Dining Chair // Vintage Ottoman // Dining Table // Clam Shell // Pendant Light (Similar Here ) // Swim Surf Photo // Entry Console // Shell Basket // Table Lamp // Abstract Art

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