Coastal Interiors: Sophisticated Design Ideas to Inspire Now

Dropping temperatures this week as we move to the new place have my heart daydreaming of warmer temperatures and white waves. Take me to the coast! Is your beach house available for shivering-overdue-for-vacay blogging guests? Til then, the loveliness of Coastal Interiors: Sophisticated Design Ideas are here to soothe and inspire your schemes.

Sophisticated coastal living room with rustic wood ceiling in a luxury home in Inlet Beach, FL. #coastallivingroom #woodceiling

Coastal Interiors: Sophisticated Design Ideas to Inspire Now

Concrete exterior of a magnificent coastal Alys Beach home by Domin Bock. #coastalhome #houseexterior #alysbeach #luxuryhome
Domin Bock Architects -Coastal Interiors: Sophisticated Design Ideas to Inspire in case you admire photos of luxurious coastal interiors.

This first exceptionally luxurious coastal property on Charles St., Alys Beach, FL was designed by Domin Bock Architects whose work has been published in Veranda and BHG.

Understated, muted neutrals in a luxurious kitchen and breakfast room of a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #kitchendesign #warmminimal #luxuriouskitchen #greycabinets #customkitchen

Isn’t the finish on the cabinetry unique and full of character? I imagine it would be easy to live with that atmospheric grey with the grain of the wood coming through.

Understated, muted neutrals in a luxurious kitchen and breakfast room of a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #kitchendesign #warmminimal #luxuriouskitchen #greycabinets #customkitchen
Coastal Interiors: Sophisticated Design Ideas to Inspire in case you admire photos of luxurious coastal interiors.
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Luxurious White Entry & Rustic Wood Accents

How about an entry with the most minimal rustic shelf for keys or mail?

Warm, sophisticated, minimal and luxurious entry with grey wood door in a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #interiordesign #entry #housedesign #warmminimal #luxurioushome
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This wood clad statement wall reminds me of my own bedroom wall (still one of my favorite DIYs because it was easy as pie!).

Luxurious neutral and serene den with grey wood statement wall in a coastal home by Domin Bock. #alysbeach #coastalhome #luxurioushome #warmminimal #den #interiordesign

Are there rules about placing a bed in front of bedroom windows? I think it’s important to follow your heart (and possibly feng shui advice).

Warm minimal modern bedroom with vaulted ceiling clad in wood and light hardwood flooring - design by Domin Bock. #bedroomdecor #coastalbedroom #luxuriousbedroom #interiordesign #woodceiling

Warm Minimal Modern Bathroom Design

Driftwood grey shows up again, and notice the amazing sconces and minimal design.

Luxurious finishes in a timeless bathroom at a coastal Alys Beach home by Domin Bock. #bathroomdesign #coastalstyle #luxuriousbath #interiordesign
Domin Bock Architects

How about a beachy feel for the shower each and every single day?

Magnificent marble mosaic tiled shower in a luxurious bathroom in a coastal inlet home by Damien Bock. #marblemosaictile #marbleshower #luxuriousshower #bathroomdesign

Serene & Neutral Coastal Kitchen

I’m shopping for over-the-island pendants, and these would be swell!

Understated, muted neutrals in a luxurious kitchen and breakfast room of a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #kitchendesign #warmminimal #luxuriouskitchen #greycabinets #customkitchen

Even though the color story here is muted and chalky, I think I would feel very much at home here.

Understated, muted neutrals in a luxurious kitchen and breakfast room of a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #kitchendesign #warmminimal #luxuriouskitchen #greycabinets #customkitchen

What would you add in this space to make it your own?

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Driftwood Grey Tones in a Luxurious Kitchen

Understated, muted neutrals in a luxurious kitchen and breakfast room of a coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #kitchendesign #warmminimal #luxuriouskitchen #greycabinets #customkitchen

I don’t care what “they” are saying about gray being over! Bring on the driftwood greys, mama!

Luxurious Courtyard With Water Feature

Lord have mercy, I could get used to this outdoor lounging situation!

Courtyard pool and water feature at a magnificent coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock.
Domin Bock Architects

That pool is plenty big for me!

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White Coastal Home Exterior

Also inspiring us is a magnificent property at 74 Butterwood Aly, Alys Beach, FL, also designed by Domin Bock Architects and built by J.D. Scott.

Lush and sophisticated front entry to a magnificent coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #houseexterior #housedesign #coastalhome #alysbeach
Architect: Domin Bock – Builder: J.D. Scott

My summery heart is ready for greening!

White exterior of magnificent coastal homes (Alys Beach) - design by Domin Bock.
Architect: Domin Bock Builder: J.D. Scott

Classic & Traditional Coastal Kitchen

Are you more of a coastal blue person?

Award winning coastal kitchen in a luxurious coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock, built by J.D. Scott. #coastalkitchen #luxuriouskitchen #kitchendesign #thermador

Lush Courtyard Living in a Coastal Florida Home

Aren’t the pops of blue amazing in this lush, relaxing oasis? Read more about trending paint colors HERE.

Luxurious courtyard in a magnificent Alys Beach home by Domin Bock. #courtyarddesign #housedesign #coastalhome #alysbeach

Aren’t the courtyard doors divine? Making a mental note. For all those beach house plans doncha know. 🙂

Luxurious courtyard in a magnificent Alys Beach home by Domin Bock. #courtyarddesign #housedesign #coastalhome #alysbeach

Fine. I can at least acquire those garden bench/side table things.

Luxurious courtyard in a magnificent Alys Beach home by Domin Bock. #courtyarddesign #housedesign #coastalhome #alysbeach
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Magnificent Architecture in Alys Beach

Lush and sophisticated front entry to a magnificent coastal home (Alys Beach) by Domin Bock. #houseexterior #housedesign #coastalhome #alysbeach
Design: Domin Bock Builder: J.D. Scott

Custom Coastal Backyard Retreat

A different flavor of coastal, albeit a more laid back yet very much bespoke and luxurious hails from Australia.

Charming barn style backyard guest house with loft - Loughlin Furniture. #backyardbarn #sheshed #cabana #guesthouse #farmhousedesign
Loughlin Furniture

This inspiring backyard retreat came together with the help of gorgeous oak and fine craftsmanship from Loughlin Furniture.

Charming barn style backyard guest house with loft - Loughlin Furniture. #backyardbarn #sheshed #cabana #guesthouse #farmhousedesign
Loughlin Furniture

Isn’t the warmth of the wood doors and awning glorious?

Charming barn style backyard guest house with loft - Loughlin Furniture. #backyardbarn #sheshed #cabana #guesthouse #farmhousedesign
Loughlin Furntiure

That wall inside this cabana barn reminds me how much I love board and batten! Can you imagine going white board and batten wild in a beach house like Ashlyn did below?

Ashlyn used SHERWIN WILLIAMS Extra White which is so clean and pristine:

Warm Minimal Design Style for the Bath

I think you’ll agree Loughlin creates breathtaking designs, including custom vanities such as these:

Bespoke wood vanity with vessel sink and white wall of subway tile - Loughlin Furniture. #bespokebathroom #bathroomdesign #customvanity #vesselsink
Loughlin Furniture

I can’t stop staring at these minimal yet warm and inviting bath designs!

Custom oak freestanding vanity by Loughlin Furniture. #customvanity #bespokebathroom #oakvanity #bathroomdesign
Loughlin Furniture

More Coastal Decor Inspiration

Whether a sprawling classic beach house like this is in the budget or not, it’s possible to evoke the emotion and mood of a coastal property with furniture, decor, smart color choices, and art.

Magnificent shingle style coastal beach house exterior in NC.

A painting like this glorious example from Shelby Dillon Studio below can inspire a room’s decor direction in one fell swoop! There’s just nothing like original art.

Beautiful fine art painting by Shelby Dillon. #coastalart #beachypainting #greenandblue #beachycolors
Shelby Dillon

And if you have ever wondered how to paint a simple ocean seascape…give it a whirl!

Coastal Escape for “Research”

Is there a better excuse to book a coastal cottage for vacation than ‘because I need more inspiration for beachy decor?’

Charming blue and white classic coastal bedroom with shiplap - Summerfell Cottage in NC. #bunkroom #coastalstyle #shiplapwall #blueandwhite #interiordesign #bedroomdecor
Summerfell Cottage in Corolla, NC – What’s more coastal than a bunk room with shiplap and a prayer for surf?

I stumbled upon Corolla, North Carolina’s Summerfell Cottage and was smitten with the ease and serenity of its blue and white simplicity.

Coastal, minimal, serene blue and white dining room with Parisian bistro chairs in Summerfell Cottage in NC. #diningroom #coastalstyle #blueandwhite #interiordesign #bistrochairs
Summerfell Cottage in Corolla, NC

Right?

Charming entry with hooks and cubbies in a coastal cottage in NC called Summerfell. #coastalcottage #interiordesign #builtins #mudroom

More difrtwood grey, white, and blue.

Charming blue and white classic coastal bedroom with shiplap - Summerfell Cottage. #coastalstyle #shiplapwall #blueandwhite #interiordesign #bedroomdecor

An Exceptional Coastal Property on the Market in FL

This beautiful sprawling coastal home on the market HERE is brimming with design inspiration.

Breathtaking three story coastal home in Inlet Beach, FL. #coastalhomeexterior #beachhouse #houseexteriors

Shiplap + blue + white + bunk room = ahhhhhhh

Bunk room with coastal style and blue accents in a luxurious Inlet Beach, FL home. #bunkrooms #coastalstyle

Need ideas for pretty blue-green paint colors? See THIS.

Laundry room with farm sink and tranquil color palette in a coastal home in Inlet Beach, FL. #laundryroom #coastalstyle

Neutral with brown tones…

Neutral and coastal style in a bedroom in Inlet Beach, Fl. #coastalbedroom #interiordesign

and what a ceiling!

Luxurious coastal dining room with rustic wood ceiling in an Inlet Beach, FL home. #coastaldiningroom #woodceiling

I have always dreamed of designing a room like this for our home. In lieu of a sofa, four club chairs in a conversational circle…

Cozy conversation area with white slope arm club chairs in a luxurious Inlet Beach, FL home.

Also loving the island-y yet elegant vibe in this kitchen:

Charming coastal kitchen with wood ceiling and island in a luxurious Inlet Beach, FL home. #coastalkitchen #woodceiling

How about a pristine white working kitchen, “dirty” kitchen, scullery, or butler pantry.

Charming white cabinetry in a butler pantry of a coastal home in Inlet Beach, FL. #butlerpantry #coastalstyle

Ooooh, another awe-inspiring ceiling!

Relaxing coastal retreat bedroom with dramatic rustic wood ceiling in Inlet Beach, FL. #coastalbedroom #woodceiling
Luxurious French inspired bathroom with freestanding tub in a coastal Inlet Beach, FL home. #frenchcountry #bathroomdesign
Traditional style built-ins in a sitting room adjacent to a tranquil coastal bedroom in Inlet Beach, FL. #interiordesign #bedroomdesign #builtins #sittingroom
Luxurious bathroom with French country style and makeup vanity in Inlet Beach, FL. #bathroomdesign #makeupvanity
Timeless and tranquil coastal bedroom with rustic wood ceiling in a luxury Inlet Beach, FL home. #bedroomdesign #coastalbedroom

Coastal Decor Resources

This recent post with rustic warm minimal decor ideas may help you capture an organic, warm coastal feel when you’re after an understated look that doesn’t scream “nautical” or “seashells.”

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6 Comments

  1. Carol S.
    February 20, 2020 / 8:12 am

    Oh gosh, so much inspiration here. From the kitchen counter with the simple rectangle cutting board and simple plant on top…to the serene bathrooms that make me want to clear ALL COUNTERS RIGHT NOW, to the DIY painting I’m about to go watch and may copy. Lovely indeed!

    • Michele
      Author
      February 20, 2020 / 6:44 pm

      Hahaha – I hear you. That is how beautiful design affects me as well! Thanks for reading!

  2. Karen
    February 13, 2021 / 1:48 pm

    I felt like I could open my MN front door and walk into some warm breezes! Oops! It didn’t even reach zero today. Oh well, you helped me dream! I appreciated that there weren’t a lot of beach signs, towels etc in those beautiful homes..

    • Michele
      Author
      February 13, 2021 / 9:05 pm

      hahahaha – ya know nothing says ‘sophisticated’ like a ‘life’s a beach’ sign, right? Shivering with you, friend. xox

  3. Maggie Sakamoto
    April 22, 2021 / 2:07 pm

    The white on this exterior is beautiful! What color and brand is it?

    • Michele
      Author
      April 22, 2021 / 2:26 pm

      Wish I knew – I linked to the architect in the post, and maybe you could reach out to them with the ask! Thanks for visiting. 🙂

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