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Coastal Interior Design 101

When you think of coastal interior design, homes on the sandy beaches of Florida may come to mind. However, did you know you can bring the easy living lifestyle and coastal vibe of those warm retreats into your Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, home? By focusing on creating a space that feels light, airy, and inspired by the ocean, achieving coastal interior design is easier than you think.

Hunter Douglas Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters in a coastal interior design home overlooking a beach at Dreamweaver Interiors & Fabrics near Rehoboth Beach, DE

Whether you love the tranquil blues of the sea or the warmth of natural textures, these four tips from our Dreamweaver Interiors & Fabrics team can help you achieve a seaside aesthetic while incorporating practical benefits.

1. Start with a Neutral Base

Creating a light and neutral color palette is the first step to achieving a coastal interior. Think whites, creams, and soft beiges to mimic sandy shores. These colors create a clean, serene backdrop for layering textures and pops of color. Incorporating colors and textures can include neutral paint colors, furniture pieces, or window treatments.

A window treatment that pairs well with this interior design style, for example, is Hunter Douglas Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters. Available in three neutral colors and exuding a style seen in various beachy homes, these shutters set the stage for stylish coastal interior design.

2. Incorporate Natural Textures

Coastal interior design spaces thrive on natural textures that reflect sea grass blowing in the breeze, towering coconut trees, and sand between your toes. To bring warmth to your home, we recommend adding environmental elements like jute rugs, woven baskets, and driftwood accents.

For focusing on the windows, Hunter Douglas Provenance® Woven Wood Shades weave texture and a picturesque coastal feel into the home. Crafted from natural materials like bamboo, woods, and grasses, these shades exude organic, beachy charm while softly filtering light to mimic the morning sun's glow at the beach.

3. Play with a Coastal Color Palette

To truly embrace coastal interior design, we encourage you to have fun with coastal colors reminiscent of the sea, like blue, green, and soft gray. By weaving this into your décor, you can achieve the beachy style you dream of. Think seafoam green throw pillows, navy blue accent chairs, or colorful drapery.

As a finishing touch, the layered light control offered by Provenance® Woven Wood Shades also showcases these colors in natural daylight while keeping the space cozy during the evening. When pairing woven wood shades with drapery, you can enhance any room-darkening and privacy benefits, which is especially great in bedrooms.

4. Pair Practicality with Beauty

As much as we love aesthetics, ensuring that practicality is infused in your coastal interior design helps you create a space that’s easy on the eyes and operates effortlessly. For example, Hunter Douglas Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters allow you to direct light exactly where you wish to create a warm, relaxing ambiance with its louvers.

The shutter’s moisture-resistant, durable slats are perfect for humid areas like kitchens or bathrooms.

Shop Coastal Window Treatments Near Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

By embracing these coastal interior design tips, you can transform your home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, into a soothing seaside escape. Our team of window fashion experts can help you find the ideal window treatments that fit your functional and aesthetic needs. We can also provide window covering measuring and installation to ensure the perfect fit.

If you’re ready to transform your home, please request a consultation or call (302) 644-0800 today. Dreamweaver Interiors & Fabrics is located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and proudly serves Milton, Broadkill Beach, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, Ocean View, Millville, and the surrounding areas.