Tired of urban life? Find out how to create decor that makes your home look like a beach house
Early summer, heat wave, New Year and school holidays: there are many reasons to travel and enjoy the sunny days by the sea! But if a trip is not planned, the architect Aline Zanonisuggest materials and objects to bring the atmosphere of relaxing days at the seaside into your home furnishings. The interiors specialist highlights five tips for this seasonal transformation:
Colors
“It is nothing new that colors convey emotions and sensations. For this reason, when it comes to bringing the atmosphere of a seaside holiday into your home, choose a seaside palette, which has tones that recall waterfallas well as the natural straw yellow and white. The straw color refers to hospitality, as well as being super classic.
It will closely resemble the tone of the sand of the sea, while the blue color will resemble the sky and the immensity of the sea. The latter is also a relaxing colour, which will bring peace to the environment”, underlines Zanoni.
Materials and furniture
“Choose natural fibers, such as linen and cotton. They bring a feeling of lightness and are reminiscent of objects often used on the coast, such as bags and hats, as well as being reminiscent of the famous coconut trees. They can be displayed on a sofa, armchairs and even curtains straw-colored linen, Furthermore natural fiber chairs and cotton rugs. furniture wicker or rattana type of fiber, are also a good option, especially for outdoor environments,” says Aline.
“Another trick is to choose fabrics Nautical themes, such as shells, buoys and anchors, or simply stripes, which can be used, for example, in cushions and blankets to cover sofas. But be very careful not to choose a print that is too busy, with too many colors and information. It will not be elegant or offer relaxation, but rather more stimulation for the mind,” she warns.
Accessories
The same advice for fabrics with nautical themes also applies to other decorative objects, such as frames and decorations. “Using and abusing sea-inspired arts, such as paintings of coastal landscapes or photographs of beaches. Decorative mirrors also create a feeling of spaciousness, as well as reflecting natural light,” explains the architect.
Installations
“Plants are also very welcome. They can be tropical or aquatic to bring a touch of green, or they can be typical of those found in holiday places, such as palm trees, ferns and succulents.
Flavoring
Finally, a small detail that makes the difference is the use candles, sprays and diffusers with fresh, oceanic fragrances to evoke the smell of the sea”, says Zanoni.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
