Beach Decorating Blog

5 Design Tips to Light Up Small, Dark Spaces with Color and Warmth Every home has one: a dim hallway, a small butler's pantry, a forgotten bookshelf, or a little bedside table that could use a brighter outlook. These small spaces hold lovely decorating possibilities—and sometimes, all they need is a little light. Meet our new Coastal Accent Lamps collection at Caron’s Beach House. Small in scale and full of personality, these petite table lamps pair a welcoming glow with charming s … read more

1. Start with scale. A beautifully balanced chandelier complements both the room and the furniture beneath it. Before choosing, measure your space, ceiling height and dining table, then compare those measurements with the fixture’s full dimensions. AI room images can help you explore the look—just include accurate dimensions for the room, furniture and lighting. Treat the image as design inspiration, and confirm proportions with your measurements before making a final choice. 2. Le … read more

Some of the most useful pieces in a coastal home are also the simplest. A beautifully handwoven basket brings natural texture, artisan character and a relaxed warmth that feels at home in every season. Change what’s tucked inside, and a favorite basket becomes a fresh decorating moment. Baskets are one of Caron’s go-to pieces for her own home for exactly this reason. They’re easy to move, lovely to mix and endlessly useful. From a generous floor basket beside a console to a sma … read more

So it's time for an update in your living room, and you have decided to start by bringing in a cozy rug. That's a great idea! But choosing the right size area rug to fit your furniture and fit your room can be a little tricky. Selecting a size for your living room definitely depends on the room size and arrangement of your furniture, and how you like to direct the flow of traffic in your living space. An area rug pulls a room together and defines spaces beautifully, creating a wonderful palette … read more

Can I tell you how excited I am about this new, yet classic trend for coastal cottage styling? The Fisherman Aesthetic! A little bit rustic, a little bit nautical and pure beach cottage fun.   Maybe it's because it's the coastal look that I personally am always gravitating towards in my own home: layers of cozy knit accents with hints of nautical (do NOT go overboard!), navy blue stripes, warm natural rattan furniture pieces, woven jute rugs, vintage sailing models, collected beach treas … read more