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“We ‘beached up’ the cabinetry a little in the master bath,” says Marcia. “The darker finish could have gone more traditional but by adding handles in distressed brass (like the old brass on a ship), we gave the cabinets a more distressed, aged feel and repeated the aged ship brass tone in the faucets.”

Plantation shutters used throughout the home are also an ideal choice for a coastal look. DID YOU KNOW?

Even an inexpensive lamp can look amazing when topped with a fantastic new shade and beautiful finial. We use this style secret a lot when putting the finishing touches on a client’s home. Original art, filled with vibrant color, dresses the walls throughout the home and adds pop to the grey. “My clients love original art,” says Marcia. “We were able to find lots of wonderful pieces that they enjoy every day and that really add personality to their spaces.”

The master bath is wrapped in a restful creamy hue that brings to mind an image of peaceful sandy beaches. More organic in nature, this room is soothing and tranquil, with neutral tones and materials. Cambria countertops and tub deck in “Lincolnshire” are rich and warm, while a limestone backsplash

“Certain Peach” Sherwin-Williams #6625 (softened with a 2-layer transparent glaze in creamy yellow and warm silver)

with crackle glass adds a touch of sparkle.

J A gallery of original paintings, all similar in color and framed alike, lines the very long hallway. Small LED gimbel lights with dimmers were added to create this art gallery effect. A completely different art piece, an iron seagull sculpture, visible through the doorway, was chosen as a nice segue to the art style of the family room.

“Flan” Sherwin-Williams #6652

L Although a bit more formal in tone, a small sitting room adjacent to the family room still maintains its seaside air with caned backs on the antique French armchairs, the bamboo-like silver Greek Key mirror, the Tiffany shell lamp and the Venetian bamboo leg table with an antique mirrored top. A black étagère offers a hint of unexpected Asian inspiration and is filled with shells of all shapes and sizes. The colorful rug carries the home’s more colorful palette and playful nature into this jewel box of a room.

“Interactive Cream” Sherwin-Williams #6113

L The master bedroom is an artful blend of coastal hues, West Indies-inspired furnishings and beachy accents. With the stunning bed as the focal point, Marcia added punches of Caribbean color and custom touches to the space, such as the grey-blue trim on the creamy coverlet and a handmade decorative bed runner (similar to those found in hotels), which is embroidered with hibiscus flowers. Bedside table lamps crafted from a driftwood mold are another perfect coastal touch.

Marcia carefully and thoughtfully selected many of the furnishings and accessories for the home. “If you want to do a coastal-inspired home, or any kind of theme,” advises Marcia, “then do one! If you choose correctly, you can’t really overdo it. When you do a theme, you need to follow through with that theme to get the full impact. Just one or two pieces won’t work. But you need to choose wisely.”

Seashells, coral and driftwood were obvious choices, as were bamboo, teak and rattan, and Marcia knew just where to use them. Lush green plants were also important for the coastal feel. “Tropical plants, such as palms, were great accents but since the home’s natural light wasn’t sufficient for them to thrive, we used well-made artificial,” explains Marcia.

With it’s salt-kissed palette and “sink your toes in the sand” ambience, this coastal home, thousands of miles from the coast, is inviting and perfect for its lucky owners. Inspired by her clients’ love of sand and surf, Marcia Moore has created a place where life is good. Life is very good.