Wherever you want to splurge or save in your home budget is all about personal preference. You CAN achieve the look for less of this beautiful coastal bedroom design which features a crisp white upholstered bed, a mix of blues and white oak tones. All sources are listed below each design board below.
DESIGNS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
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Sailboat Artwork / Lamp (set of 2) / Faux Maidenhair Fern Plant (alternative) / Distressed White Open Wood Console Table / Neutral Striped Pillow with Tassels / Neutral and Blue Tapestry Pillow / Armless White Modular Chair (sofa) / Handwoven Coastal Rope Coffee Table / Handmade Flatweave Wool Ivory Rug
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You never realize just how important lighting is until you're in a space that has kind of bad lighting. Lighting has such an impact on how someone feels in a room, yet there is so much more to getting it right that it is well worth taking the time to get some help from professionals. In fact, doing this will likely SAVE you time and money so you get it right the first time and don’t waste precious hours searching hundreds of options.
Case in point, I selected a capiz shell chandelier for our dining room last year that is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. It truly is. It fits perfectly with our coastal beach house, BUT we quickly realized there was an issue.
Our heating and cooling unit is on the wall nearby and anytime it’s turned on, air blows toward the capiz shell chandelier and turns it into a wind chime of sorts. Yikes! While this might sound beautiful in an outside setting, all day long in your main living and dining area is not so relaxing.
I recently partnered with Ferguson Showrooms to fix this situation and update some other lighting in our beach house. The associates are extremely knowledgeable and were very easy to work with!
Since Ferguson Showrooms now offers virtual consultations, I was able to book an appointment online for a video consultation, from the comfort of my own home. This homebody approves! Really though, I was able to narrow down my selections with my associates help and avoid the long drive to the showroom. My associate was extremely helpful throughout the entire process.
I really wanted to find a dining room chandelier that had a bit more of a classy and less casual look, but still blend with our casual life and style. Not an easy task!
In the end, I selected the Park Harbor “Cartgate” Chandelier which has a mix of polished stainless steel and antique brass. It is STUNNING. The natural light reflects off of the polished metal during the day, the open style allows for the water view to remain the focal point, and in the evening, the eight lights brighten room really well. Our previous chandelier was only four lights.
Coastal Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Now the entryway to our beach house is small with low ceilings. While I dream of high ceilings and a statement chandelier, I have to remind myself that there are plenty of options to bring beauty and style to ANY space.
Since we just had two can lights in the ceiling, this was the perfect time to swap them out for something pretty. I chose the Park Harbor “Summerlake” flush mount lights in a polished nickel. I can’t believe the difference this small change made!! I loved it so much, I installed the same light in a larger size in our laundry room. Polished nickel has my heart these days and this flush mount light is just so beautiful!
Large Polished Nickel Coastal Flush Mount Light
Moving on to the exterior of our home, we have just one exterior wall light next to our garage and our current one was already degrading from the saltwater air.
During storms, the saltwater can hit the bulkhead and splash over the deck to the front of our house, so we needed a light that could stand up to those conditions.
Because it’s the ONLY light besides our porch light, I really wanted it to be a statement.
Black Lantern Exterior Wall Light
I chose the Park Harbor “Fair Avenue” outdoor wall sconce in black. The X detailing and ring on the top fit the look I was going for, as well as being made from aluminum. The associate at Ferguson made certain that the lighting I chose could stand up to our local conditions which gives me peace of mind.
There is something about Ferguson Showrooms that is so luxurious, yet approachable. I had such a great experience from start to finish. They have an extensive product selection to choose from and there is truly something for everyone.
Ferguson Showrooms works with trade professionals as well as homeowners and are now offering virtual consultations. Book an appointment online to schedule a video consultation with a Ferguson Showrooms representative for help with the bath, kitchen and lighting selections for your home or project.
From the beach,
Anneke
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Can you think of that favorite spot in your home, maybe that cozy corner of your living room or bedroom that invites you to curl up with a comfy blanket, cozy pillows, or maybe a drink and good book or magazine?
When I was growing up, I remember having a hanging rattan chair in the corner of my bedroom that I LOVED! To be honest, I have no recollection of where exactly my parent’s got it from, but it was undoubtedly special to me. It was a pretty unique options for a teen at the time. I remember reading a ton of great books in that hanging chair and having girl chats with friends as a teenager. I really wish I had a photo to share!
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Well…fast forward to today and guess who has been pleading and begging for a cool hanging rattan chair in her bedroom when we renovate? Yup! Annabelle is ALL about it! Should I even be surprised? Even though our plans to renovate got postponed this past Spring 2020 because of Covid-19, we had already received Annabelle’s new rattan chair from Serena & Lily.
We still plan renovate the upper level of our beach house this upcoming Spring of 2021 (knock on wood), but in the meantime, we set up the hanging chair in our master bedroom next to the window. The kids like to hang out in there during the day anyway with the dogs and water view, so it works out ok for now.
As you can see below, even our sweet puppy Autumn is a huge fan of the chair. I still can’t believe she just fell right asleep while I was taking photos! The trick was to place her comfy dog bed in there before adding a blanket over the top. She just nestled right in and relaxed.
When this natural hanging chair arrived at our home and we got it unpackaged, I could tell right away that it was made with the quality that Serena & Lily is known for. The design is beautiful, comfortable, and allows for the breeze to blow through on a warm day. I love that it is also available in a white color (outdoor option too) as well as a double seater option in natural rattan and crisp white trim. The heavy duty loops and rope make the chair super sturdy for hanging.
We added a couple of Serena & Lily pillows for a pop of fun color. This blue and white outdoor pillow has a fun pattern and performance friendly fabric. They have a beautiful and fun variety to fit different coastal styles. I have been happy with EVERY item from Serena & Lily that we have put in our beach house, so whether it is a decor item, such as a pillow, blanket, or my favorite seagrass tray or a staple piece of furniture, I can’t recommend them enough.
From the beach!
Anneke
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