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<\/a><\/p>\nWhen in doubt, add some white<\/h3>\n
White will always have its place when it comes to coastal homes, particularly in a Hamptons coastal-style home. But there\u2019s a reason why it\u2019s so popular. White and neutral tones create the illusion of space, making your rooms feel airier.<\/p>\n
To get the look, start with a fresh coat of light-coloured paint; ideally some shade of white or a grey-white or yellow-white base. Or, if you\u2019re happy with your walls as they are, you could add some light-coloured wall art<\/a> to breathe new life into your spaces.<\/p>\n Some great coastal wall art ideas are:<\/p>\n Place your wall art in a space where it will get sunlight and have the maximum amount of impact, particularly if you\u2019re placing it in a small space.<\/p>\n Open-plan living is becoming more and more popular in modern design, and there\u2019s a reason! Not only does it help your spaces feel airier and more open, and bring more natural light into your spaces, it helps your home feel more social and enhances your living areas. The best part is, you don\u2019t have to have a huge space to embrace open-plan living.<\/p>\n While it might not always be possible to knock down your walls to create bigger spaces, consider the placement of your furniture. Ensure that furniture isn\u2019t placed to cut off one area from another, or even consider getting rid of larger piece of furniture. Perhaps that large armchair can be moved to a room in favour of adding smaller pouffes or ottomans in living spaces that can double as storage spaces. Use large area rugs to separate your spaces and create \u201czones\u201d.<\/p>\n Coastal home design is all about a natural look. Natural light, open space and cool tones all evoke the feeling of being by the sea.<\/p>\n That means using natural, raw organic materials, like wood in light tones or painted white, as well as cane or seagrass. Seagrass baskets add a natural look and can be used for extra storage.<\/p>\n To add natural textures, use linen and cotton. Linen slipcovers can be used over furniture, as well as adding an extra layer of protection to help furniture last longer. To add a touch of intrigue in your spaces, adorn your walls with a textured wall hanging or a large canvas print.<\/p>\n Coastal homes usually utilise a fairly neutral colour palette but the key is to add plenty of texture to give your spaces some interest. Throw some chunky textured cushions on the couch or a throw rug.<\/p>\n A coastal home should build the feeling of being by the coast without being too literal. Too many anchors, blue and white stripes and seashells, and you run the risk of creating a look that is pure kitsch.<\/p>\n Try adding a touch of the coastal here and there but use any ocean d\u00e9cor sparingly. Add some seashells in the bathroom or use a few coastal ornaments but pair them with plants or more modern d\u00e9cor pieces to balance the look.<\/p>\n Above all, keep your coastal home look simple. Above all, a coastal home should feel relaxed, not stuffy and overfilled with trinkets. Furniture should be simple, with lots of negative space surrounding it.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve nailed the basics, aim to instead dress up spaces with colour in small doses. Aim to stick to a soothing colour palette, adding pops of colour with wall art<\/a> or colourful cushions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nEmbrace open-plan living<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nKeep it natural<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nDon\u2019t be too literal<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nKeep it simple<\/h3>\n