Author: Sloane Westwood

Find practical ways to fit coat hooks, shoe storage, benches and coastal details into a narrow entryway without adding clutter.

Browse 17 coastal home plans with single-story layouts, including open living areas, wide porches and practical ways to make the most of a smaller footprint.

Find practical ways to update coastal kitchens, porches, and living rooms while keeping original floors, trim, doors, and other wood details intact.

See how 24 coastal homes connect kitchens and living rooms with open layouts, practical seating, and clear paths for gathering and everyday routines.

See 15 practical ways to arrange a small coastal home, with open living and dining layouts that make room for clear walkways, storage, and everyday use.

See 21 coastal exterior paint schemes that pair weathered blues, soft whites, and sandy neutrals with trim colors that make each home’s details stand out.

See 20 coastal landscaping ideas with clear paths, salt-tolerant native plants, and practical ways to guide foot traffic through a seaside yard.

Find 18 coastal shelving ideas for displaying books, baskets, shells, and everyday dishes, with built-ins that fit living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens.

See 17 ways to pair navy with warm neutrals in coastal homes, from sandy beige walls and cream upholstery to natural wood and soft white trim.

Compare 23 coastal flooring ideas, from pale oak planks to weathered hardwood, with notes on how each choice suits bright, breezy rooms.