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10 Rooms: Color Post: How the Natural Light in your Space Af...: I'm going to start including a few more color posts on the blog, because it seems like so many of my clients have similar questions for...

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Interior Design for the Coastal Lifestyle……..

Hectic lives and stressful days can be left behind when you step across your threshold  into surroundings that melt away the cares of the world and remind you of a good day at the at the beach even if you don't live near the sea.

Interiors that are designed with seaside living in mind provide a refuge and create a feeling of serenity  and  tranquility.  It's all about bringing the outdoors indoors by emulating the textures, patterns and colors of the sea, sky, sun and sand.  

Colors of the Sea, Sky, Sand and Sun

These spaces can be decorated in an extreme casual or “shabby” look to a more formal but relaxed feel.  The color palette can range from vibrant to the subdued.  Regardless if you desire an interior that says surfboard decor or high end habitat, the coastal lover wants an environment that is welcoming, comfortable and memorable.

A Hint of Whimsy

Interiors that bring the outdoors into the living space are therapeutic and promote a healthy connection between mind, body and spirit.  Leave your stresses at the door and enter into your sanctuary where you are re-energized physically, mentally and emotionally. 

Relax, Unwind and Rejuvenate

Relax, laugh, enjoy and relive the wonderful experiences of the past, share good times in the present and and look to the future in a positive light.

Look to the ocean to rock us to sleep in the evenings, and in the morning, the sun to bring life to our slumbering world.  Imagine the gentle sound of the morning tide, the warmth of the rising sun , blue skies,  the feel of the cool ocean breezes engulfing our senses bringing a heightened sense of awareness of our place in that perfect moment in time.

The Beach House Cookbook

There's nothing better than a day at the beach and great meal before, during and after!

In this book culinary expert Barbara Scott-Goodman shows you how to create mouthwatering dishes that still leave time to enjoy the ocean breeze.