Peace, beauty, and tranquility are joys that come with beach city living. Coming home to wondrous sunsets and the sobering beauty of the sea can take the edge off even the most fatigued resident of an oceanside community.
While the outdoor amenities such as crashing waves, white sand beaches, hiking trails, hillsides, and luxe golf courses, are so generously provided for us on the California coast, there are some design ideas that can help to provide that same serenity and peace inside your home.
The California coast provides as much diverse architecture as it does scenery. Coastal cities like Laguna Beach and Dana Point provide a spectrum of styles from Tuscan and Modern, to Cape Cod, Traditional, and designer homes. Keeping your home’s particular architectural style in mind is key to transforming the inside into an appropriately decorated, peaceful haven.
Whatever your style, points to keep in mind are shapes, colors, textures, and lighting. Choosing neutral colors and natural materials can instantly give a room a zen feel. But don’t be afraid to choose a bright color that will be the focal point of that particular room. Consider simpler patterns and shapes for brighter colors, and more ornate designs for the subtler tones. Soft lighting, and even using dimmer switches can provide an instant sense of relief, stillness, and even romance. Never underestimate the style and comfort of a beautiful and scented collection of candles, a bold mural, or an antique room divider.
Allow yourself to be inspired by the simplicity and beauty of your environmental surroundings that you so much enjoy. The deep and passionate orange of a setting sun….the calm and purity of the crashing sea. And remember the term “less is more” will go along way when making your decorating decisions, and once you choose your theme and style, you will be on your way to creating and enjoying your inner “home” peace as well!
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