Having a vacation home is a piece of heaven. A cottage on the water is your vacation escape destination. Whether it’s near an ocean, lake, or river, creating a luxurious coastal feel is fun and relatively simple. The key goals are comfort, elegance, and furniture pieces—like those we offer at Casa Eleganza —that let you really relax.
Celebrate Style and Spirit with Color
When furnishing a coastal vacation home, think light, breezy vibes with a little sparkle. Look to the space around you for inspiration. The colors of the water, sand, driftwood, and sky are natural choices in a color palette.
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Shades of blue and aqua: ocean water meets the horizon. Blue is very calming and peaceful. This color works well in bedrooms and bathrooms, or as accent pieces like throw pillows and vases.
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Cream and white: Clean and simple. White, in particular, reflects outdoor light all around a room. These hues create an open feeling.
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Taupe and beige: These look like the sand or driftwood lazily floated to the shore by waves. Rugs, dining room walls, and wicker furniture can bring these neutral hues to life.
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Light sage and sea green: This mirrors the grass along the coast and the bubbles in the waves. An excellent choice for your bedroom, bath, or as a kitchen trim.
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Peach, apricot, and coral: Sunset on the water inside your vacation home. Use these in art, pillows, porch accessories, and planters. They’re upbeat and cheerful.
Easy Breezy Coastal Furnishings
One tip from designers is to look for pieces made with linen (like curtains), rattan, and cane. They’re tidy, without bulk, and have great textural appeal. Where to consider plush is in pillows and lounges.
Also, since you and your guests will likely go in and out of your coastal vacation home, look for furniture with washable slipcovers. You can buy a few in different colors and patterns when you feel like changing things up.
Furniture Placement & Accents
You have that view, use it! Arrange your chairs so they face toward the terrace, a window, a sliding door, or a patio. Whenever practicable, have a few pieces that are indoor-outdoor for handy seating.
Unless you really LOVE nautical decor, there’s no reason to use heavy stripes, braided ropes, and anchors. Lean into a few subtle accents that are meaningful to you and feel right. You can evoke luxury with even small tweaks.
Leather Splendor
While you might not immediately think of leather for your vacation home, it can refine the space. In a bedroom, soft-toned leather works well. Full grain provides longevity while remaining supple. For the living room, avoid dark colors. Gray and tan fit the coastal vibe better. Get yourself a settee or ottoman!
Casa Eleganza is proud to offer the finest leather furniture from Italy. We have a vast collection, so somewhere in our collection you’ll find prized pieces for furnishing your coastal vacation home. You can surf through our online showroom with an inspired eye. If you have questions, you can reach out to our team at sales@casaeleganza.com or by calling (305) 549-5550
