A cheerful coastal cottage on Martha's Vineyard combines a bit of farmhouse style into its bright and airy rooms. The result is a pretty retreat that you never want to leave. Photo by Banks Design Associates, LTD & Simply Home   A beautiful seaside painting adds color to the combination office/dining nook. Photo by Banks Design Associates, LTD & Simply Home   Built-in book shelves create a cozy reading corner for relaxing … [Read more...]

On the outside, a portion of today's California farmhouse embraces rustic appeal with its rough-hewn siding. But step inside and you'll be delighted by its light and airy ambiance.  Photo by Cassandra Crain Design   A traditional foyer greets you with a colorful patterned rug and simple round wood table stacked with favorite books. A subtle wallpaper adorns the walls above board and batten trim. Photo by Cassandra Crain … [Read more...]

Modern neutral decor fills a California home with style and warmth. Vignettes consist of findings from the owners' travels, creating a personal, comfortable living space. Photo by Breeze Giannasio Interiors   Step into the light-filled entryway and be greeted by rich wood floors, interesting art forms, and a velvet settee. Photo by Breeze Giannasio Interiors   White walls accentuate the woods and modern neural decor. I've always … [Read more...]

Amazing ocean views are just part of the charm of this beautiful beachfront home in Rhode Island. The interior spaces are light and bright and filled with soft coastal colors. Photo by Polhemus Savery DaSilva   A stunning stone fireplace is surrounded by a curvy mantel. Cool blue walls remind you of the seaside that can be seen from the mullioned windows. Photo by Polhemus Savery DaSilva   Expansive windows throughout the … [Read more...]

Today's modern farmhouse tour is unique and filled with wonderful details. Antiques pair with unique architecture to create a comfortable and inviting home that I think most people will find quite appealing. Enter the home to be greeted by an antique pitchfork and aged armoire. Warm wood floors add warmth to painted bead board walls and ceilings, complete with beams and recessed lighting. Photo by Patrick Sutton   The living room  … [Read more...]

Fans of color are going to enjoy touring this colorful beach cottage! Outside, cedar shake shingles pair with white to create a classic vacation home that can be lived in all year. A stone garden wall planted with cheery nasturtiums invites you to the front door. Photo by Wright-Ryan Homes   Brightly striped stairs pull colors from the patterned curtains while a yellow bench provides a place to toss off your flip flops after a … [Read more...]

When I look for houses to feature, my eye is always drawn to architectural details first, followed by beautiful decor. This charming oceanfront home captures both elements to create a casual yet somewhat grand home. Sunny yellow and white always lend a cottage vibe to an interior space. Ample windows in this sun room ensure that the oceanfront vistas can be enjoyed while sitting here. Photo by Design Fixation [Faith Provencher]   The … [Read more...]

Today is the second week in a row that we're touring a coastal style home with a pool. It must be a yearning for warm breezes that brings these nautical homes to the forefront. If you're ready for a vacation, you're going to enjoy this home tour by JMA Interior Design! A pretty brick sidewalk leads to double wood doors under a pretty, wood awning. Photo by JMA INTERIOR DESIGN   Inside, you get a taste of what to expect on the tour in the … [Read more...]

Today's home is truly a breath of fresh air - salty sea air, that is! A modern shingle style exterior makes way to expansive waterfront views from almost every room. Rhode Island designer, Kate Jackson, worked her magic throughout the living spaces to create a stunning yet comfortable contemporary coastal home. This house had me at hello! Walking through this courtyard to the double glass doors, you just know it's going to be a treat to … [Read more...]

When you tour today's featured home by Sims Hilditch of the UK, you might find yourself disbelieving that this was once an old working farm. Outbuildings were pieced together to create an amazingly beautiful countryside retreat! Rustic beams lend architectural appeal in the traditional family room decorated with rich texture and neutral tones. Photo by Sims Hilditch   Amazing details are found throughout this countryside retreat, like … [Read more...]

Although spring season is upon us, parts of the country are getting hit with snowstorms. So I thought today we'd tour a peaceful and pretty home located in East Hampton Village, decorated by Phoebe Howard. A beautiful blue and white living room with vaulted ceiling awaits inside. A monochromatic room is soothing and restful and this is the perfect place to enjoy a new novel or your favorite decorating magazines. Photo by Phoebe … [Read more...]