"This is the life" I said as I walked the boardwalk at Bethany DE last weekend. The sun was shining, there was fun to be had everywhere, and I had a drink the size of 2 large chihuahuas. My dear friends Mel & Marc, and Jen & Geoff invited my family to their Rehoboth beach house for some R&R. When you are lucky enough to be tight with friends who happen to build a place minutes from the beach, you never pass on the opportunity to go.
I have been slowly assisting them in bringing together a cozy beachy-chic home that was recently built for the purpose of having fun with lots and lots of friends. Needless to say, we purchased a bunch of pull out sofas, bunk beds, and large tables. For me, a beach home is not overstated, not stuffy, and easy to take care of. It is all about the view, about friends and family, and should feel serene. Here are a few of my favorite things so far that we have done.
Like life, it is a work in progress!
Bring simple punch of color to the lower back porch.
Add a lot of seating to the best room in the house so
everyone can enjoy the sunrise with eggs and a cup o' joe.
A little cozy spot to curl up with a game or glass of wine.
We customized the chair upholstery in a sand dollar pattern-ahhh.
Added a dining table for the kitchen that seats 12 with a long bench for all the kids to pile on. The back striped wall will be a great backdrop for the decor going on it! And yes I know, the chandelier needs a facelift.
Tip-a beach house table should be well crafted with that old farmers tabletop look because when it gets beat up, you won't be the wiser. The chairs are from a different manufacturer but the white finish on the table legs and the chairs brings it all together.
That was just a sneak peek; a tickle if you will. When we get time to dig into the new homes' overall design, I will blog again!
(this is some of the DE gang-we are a content bunch of shoveling fools).
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