Spirited Decor

A red, white, and blue color scheme makes decorating a breeze.

  • Spirited Decor

    Shells are a recurring motif here on a lamp and placed loosely on a side table.

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The walls, trim, and simple window treatments are a bright white, reinforcing the fresh look. A practical sea grass rug dresses the hardwood floors. The overall feel is approachable; nothing is complicated or too serious. "You feel like you can sit down and put your feet up," says Julia.

Beach It Up
For the accessories, Julia says, "We went as beach as we could." Starfish and shells are placed throughout the rooms, and shells accent a variety of pieces--lamps, a mirror, and a small console table, among others. Sailboats float on several surfaces.

The cottage demonstrates that decorating doesn't need to be difficult. It can be a lot of fun, especially when you join hands with a loved one or friend.
Alice Welsh Doyle

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