One show that I have been loving lately on Netflix is Dream Home Makeover. The show follows dream team couple Syd and Shea McGee of the well-known interior design firm, Studio McGee. I love watching them help their clients incorporate … Continue reading
Nothing says “fresh” and “airy” quite like coastal decor. Capturing the vibe of the sea means capturing a tranquil, uplifting vibe that you can enjoy every time you are at home. After all, nothing is more inspiring than nature.
There are several ways you can capture this appeal in your home, particularly in a living room. It isn’t just one “style.” You can blend a coastal vibe with any other decorating style, including modern, contemporary, and farmhouse. As I said, it’s more about the vibe. Think crisp neutrals, rustic textures, and a few colorful accents that are found in nature like blue and green.
Here are 10 coastal living rooms to give you some ideas and inspiration for your own home.
Neutrals with a few subtle blue and turquoise accents create a tranquil coastal feel.
Source: Quill Decor
An L-shaped turquoise sofa makes a fresh, bold statement in this living room.
Source: New England Home
This living space is so clean and airy, you can practically hear the ocean waves.
Source: Homes to Love
A blue sofa is a nice, bold touch that brings life to this beautiful space.
Source: Home Bunch
This looks like the perfect place to take a nap after a long day in the sun.
Source: Craftberry Bush
This living room proves that coastal decor can also be cozy.
Source: House of Turquoise
Navy blue instantly grabs your attention in this beautiful, nautical space.
Source: Style At Home
Love the farmhouse touches mixed with the clean, contemporary coastal decor.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens
The coastal influence is subtle but present in this beautiful living room.
Source: Homedit
Greenery always manages to bring a space to life.
Source: Holy City Chic
Which one captures your favorite interpretation of the coastal style?
Warm regards,
Megan
The living room is kind of like the heart of a home. It’s where everyone gathers after a long day and entertains on the weekends and holidays. Deciding on a color palette for this space is rooted in how you want to feel when you are spending time in it. For many, they want something that is relaxing and family friendly. That makes blue a perfect option for many.
Blue is one of my favorite colors to work with because it is so versatile. It’s gender-neutral and has an elegant, relaxing vibe that everyone naturally responds to. To take its versatility a step further, the hue and tone that you choose can say a lot. A deep, vibrant blue will be dramatic while a soft, subdued blue will be serene and tranquil. It’s all in the mood you want to capture.
To show the incredible range of the color, here are several blue living room ideas that are all different but beautiful in their own way.
Blue accents paired with a neutral palette create a relaxing, elegant space for the family.
Source: Traditional Home
Navy blue creates a captivating pairing with the emerald green sofa.
Source: Studio McGee
Nothing says coastal like blue. For an elegant approach to the style, keep things neutral with just a few coastal touches.
Source: Home Bunch
Subdued grey-blue accents cultivate a modern appeal with a hint of color.
Source: Style At Home
Blue serves up a casual, boho-chic vibe that is beautiful and refreshing.
Source: My Domaine
This room embodies traditional elegance with a lovely mixture of patterns on a clean white backdrop.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens
Deep pops of blue are dramatic and sophisticated in this white space.
Source: The Design Company via Decor Pad
The blue and grey in this space almost have a monochromatic relationship with the blue acting as a more vibrant form of the grey.
Source: House Beautiful
How stunning is that long Chesterfield sofa in a deep, vibrant blue? Definitely a statement piece!
Source: Domino
The art on the walls stands out on the white while the blue sofas add a splash of color that complements the artwork and pulls it all together.
Source: Elle Decor
Blue is a beautiful choice for any room, especially the main living area.
Warm regards,
Megan
Decorating a room with two-story ceilings can be a challenge. These rooms tend to lack warmth and feel cavernous if they aren’t styled correctly. In a living room, this can be especially frustrating because it’s a space we commonly like to feel a sense of comfort in. Creating a space that feels intimate and cozy may seem like an impossibility if the ceilings are high, but it’s not only possible but full of opportunity to do something really special.
The trick is to highlight the beauty of the high ceilings while pulling them together with what is happening in the lower half of the room. By including the upper half in the overall design of the space and making use of it as you would any other part of the room, you simultaneously highlight this captivating feature while creating a more intimate vibe.
Here are 10 two-story living rooms that did a beautiful job of making the most of the high ceilings with a variety of solutions.
A large chandelier draws your eye up and fills the space with something charming to look at while the wood panels add character.
Source: Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles
The lines of the chandelier and beams match the other lines in the space to create a captivating visual flow.
Source: Luxe
Three well-placed chandeliers look like art installations floating from the ceiling.
Source: House of Turquoise
A graphic wallpaper and beautiful stone facade stretch floor-to-ceiling for an incredible statement in the room.
Source: Traditional Home
Beautiful stone stretches from floor-to-ceiling as the focal point while wall art keeps your eye moving through the space.
Source: Kelley Nan
The three pieces of art that flow together lead your eye upward while subsequently making the space feel cozier.
Source: Zillow
Floor-to-ceiling drapes soften the windows while stone and artwork around the fireplace ground it.
Source: Toll Brothers
Many smart solutions for making a tall, large space feel more intimate are at work here: the floor-to-ceiling drapes and stone, the artwork, the green ceiling, and the area rug.
Source: The Style Estate
Wood panels add an extra element to the high ceilings to give them dimension and a sense of coziness.
Source: Two Twenty One
A glamorous chandelier and chic artwork keep the charm going all the way up to the ceiling.
Source: Addison’s Wonderland
I hope these ideas inspire you to make the most of your high ceilings.
Warm regards,
Megan
When you are decorating a living room, the most important piece of furniture is the sofa. Since it’s the largest piece in the room, it immediately draws your eye, so you want it to be as stylish as possible to be a worthy focal point. What’s just as important as its aesthetic quality, though, is its level of comfort.
L-shaped sofas are fantastic in that they offer both beauty and comfort. The right angle creates an inviting, intimate setting that exudes warmth and is perfect for entertaining. It also fits in a variety of different spaces, large or small. In a large space, it can help create a sense of coziness. In a small space, it takes up very little room while offering a lot of seating.
The best part is that L-shaped sofas come in a variety of sizes, colors and styles to suit any space. Check out these 10 inspiring rooms with L-shaped sofas to get some ideas.
A camel L-shaped sofa was the perfect choice for this corner to bring some style and character.
Source: Architectural Digest
For a room with floor-to-ceiling windows, an L-shaped sofa puts the focus on the view and allows everyone to enjoy it.
Source: Highgate House via Decor Pad
A charming mixture of blue pillows add some personality to the neutral sofa and pull the room together.
Source: House Beautiful
This L-shaped sofa fits perfectly into this cozy corner of a home office. The small end tables add surface space and style without making it feel too cramped.
Source: Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles
The low profile of this sofa keeps it from blocking the view while still offering plenty of extra seating.
Source: My Domaine
A lovely plant in the corner behind the sofa creates dimension in this space and makes it more dynamic.
Source: Coco Cozy
How charming is this chesterfield sofa mixed with industrial decor? Love the contrasting styles.
Source: Overstock
L-shaped sofas create wonderfully cozy spaces. Pair it with some pillows, a throw, and an area rug to make it extra inviting.
Source: Decoholic
All the right angles in this room create a captivating look that is softened by a few choice curved lines.
Source: Pottery Barn
Some colorful pillows do a great job of bringing personality to a neutral sofa and can easily be switched out for the seasons.
Source: Sequins and Things
Love a great L-shaped sofa!
Warm regards,
Megan