ROUND UP THEM RUSTIC TEXTURES

Imagine the coarseness of sand, the flow of the seaside and the rustic textures of driftwood and shells. You can replicate it all in your home using wood, rattan, jute, macramé, textured stones and other natural materials. Play with macramé or crochet pillows and woven baskets in lounging nooks. A bamboo ladder will add a natural design element invoking tropical environments, and also serve as a stand or rack.

GO FOR GREEN

A little greenery goes a long way in creating a coastalinspired space, besides making the house look lively. Palms, bougainvillaea, birdof-paradise, fiddle plant and the like, sing beachy notes like nothing else. For planters, go for cement receptacles or brick urns. Elevate the indoor jungle by hanging up plants from the ceiling. Arrange plants into groups of three or more and opt for plants in similar colours to get the coastal look right.

ACCESSORISE FOR ACCENTS

Shells add the instant beach vibe and are easily available. Small pieces of driftwood, sea glass placed in bottles, seagrass or wicker baskets filled with seashells are all finishing touches that accentuate your home, giving it the beachy or coastal chic look. Fill up some pots with pampas grass, hang a seashell framed mirror and voila!

SAILOR STRIPES — WORTH THE HYPE

Nothing screams nautical like some classic sailor stripes. Bring the coastal, marine vibe home with furnishings, rugs, and other decor pieces with marinière-inspired vibes. Mixing and matching lines with solids is an evergreen yet modern way to incorporate this trend in your living space. Colours that complement nautical blues are earthy hues such as beige and sand tones, soft greys and even accent shades such as metallic gold.