For us mere mortals, the dream of a beach house is enough to keep us going all summer. But should you actually find yourself lucky enough to own a seaside getaway, take a cue from these 13 summery, celebratory and definitely tasteful decorating ideas…none of which will make your pad feel like SeaWorld.
13 Gorgeous Decor Ideas for Your Thoroughly Non-Tacky Beach House
Just say no to teal seashells
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Published May 13, 2016
Straw Hats And Beach Bags
Turn your hoarding problem into the foyer’s pièce de résistance.
Ocean-inspired Tiling
Shower time meets swimming time.
Katie Rosenfeld
Rope Accents
No beach pad is complete without a nautical nod or two.
Surfboards
Hella chic.
Statement Corals
A decidedly high-end alternative to your conch shell collection.
But Also Select Seashells
Don’t overdo it and it’s allll good.
Rattan Furnishings Of All Varieties
For an instantly warm and breezy beach feel.
White Slipcovers
Fact: Loose white linen slipcovers give literally any piece of furniture a beach-ready, shabby-chic look.
New Nautical Gallery Walls
Look to pieces with soothing blue seascapes (while steering clear of grandfatherly shipping vignettes).
Blue-and-white-striped Walls
And when in doubt, just go for this classic color combo.
And Floors
Ditto.
And Stairs, For That Matter
See you at the top.
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