How to Achieve the Perfect Coastal Kitchen

Now that summer is here and kicking up the heat, the beach is all anyone can think about. With the cool ocean water, the warm sand between our toes, and the bright sun shining all day long, the beach is the ultimate symbol for summer. Whether you are a seaside native or just want to bring the look of the beautiful beach into your home, the coastal style of the sea will make anyone feel closer to the ocean. Even if you are a thousand miles away from the shoreline, the coastal style can be easily pulled off. From a bathroom decorated in seashells to the kitchen by the water, it is an easy way to bring that perfect breeze of summer air into your home. The style works best when it is subtle instead of overwhelming the senses with so much of the sea. Light and refreshing, with a touch of soft sand, pastel shells, and the blue ocean, the coastal style whispers “summer.”

With its cool, inviting, and cozy aesthetic, the coastal style is the perfect theme for the kitchen. Since the kitchen is the heart of the home, the theme of ocean waters and sandy beaches will add warmth and vibrancy to your kitchen.

From small seashell knick-knacks to perfectly designed faucets, we have a list to help you transform your kitchen into that perfect summer coastal kitchen.

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1. Abundant light

This is one of the easiest yet most important elements of coastal style. The key characteristics of the style are how light amplifies and enhances the space, making it feel open. Plentiful windows and glass doors allow sunlight to flood in and brighten your kitchen space.

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2. Sophisticated neutrals

Colors like brass and worn grays instantly add character and warmth to any space, helping age the home and making it feel well lived in. The neutral elements of these colors will soften the kitchen and create a pleasant contrast to the bright sunlight.

3. Natural textures

Just like sunlight, natural textures are an important aspect of coastal style. Pieces like seagrass, straw furnishings, and accessories will bring a natural touch to your kitchen. Other pieces can be worn ropes and beach wood, natural items that will soften the look of any space. The subtleties to these accents will pull your kitchen together and help bring a sense of organic nature into your home.

4. Open space

Like how the beach is breezy and open, your kitchen should have that feeling too. There isn’t much need for clutter; rather, keep items simple and minimal. Focus on keeping the center clear and adding items on the sidelines to draw the eyes towards the center. Faucets like pot fillers and open shelving are perfect to help you get that open space concept of coastal style.

5. Beachy treasures

Of course, a coastal style kitchen isn’t complete without beachy treasures. Odd finds from your last trip to the shore, seashells from and glass bottles, a starfish and a treasure chest are all items that will do well as decorations in your kitchen. Small accents like these can help bring it all together for you, but make sure to restrain from over-decorating. Even nostalgic pictures of you or your family at the beach are perfect accents to put around the kitchen to make your space feel homier.