It’s that time of year again when we all pretend we might actually win the HGTV dream home. This year, it’s a remodeled, waterfront home in Florida so the design (by Brian Patrick Flynn) is very coastal-inspired. I love studying these homes, room by room, and finding little details that I might use in my own house. Here are a few of my favorite ideas:
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A huge photo mural solves the “what to do on the wall behind the sofa” dilemma.
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For extra tall ceilings, multiple lanterns fill space as well as one huge chandelier.
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Instead of more cabinetry, they grouped three chests against the kitchen wall.
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Grouped pendant lights are a casual, but tailored, solution to a formal chandelier.
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Think about oversized art instead of a buffet in a cramped dining space.
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Simple entryway setup: place large, catch-all (lidded) baskets under a console table.
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Use layers of the same color family, but mix textures. (Walls + distressed table.)
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Use a lower hook to hang your bag and get it off the floor.
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Place lamps on console first. Then hang art gallery wall around them.
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Forego the bulk of a bedside table and use a small chair + floor lamp.
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Start a tray collection—over the bed.
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Turkish towels and blankets on hooks are an easy way to add color.
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Use a saturated color on walls and ceiling to create a cozy cove.
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Two sofas on opposite walls provides maximum seating in small room.
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Think outside the box and beyond traditional “media room” colors and decor.
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Hang a statement chandelier lower as the centerpiece over a coffee table.
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Anchor colorful art and pattern by adding black and white in the mix.
You can see the rest of this year’s dream home here.
This years house has so many beautiful features. I like the idea of a floor lamp next to a bed.
(Maybe just not the one that was used. I feel like I would bump my head on it.)
I love this house! It has a coastal vibe without feeling formulaic. Love the soft grey tones in the living room and the colour choices throughout.
I hope I win but I’d have to take down that mural and paint two of the bedrooms a more neutral color.
That’s is so pretty I love to decorate but never got to be one had kids instead
The two sofas did fit well in that narrow room and I also like the floor lamp!!!
Thanks for sharing your takeaways from this house! I love the use of brights–Do you know paint colors? I think some are provided in Sources but not all? TIA
Found it! Look at the bottom of this page and they’re all listed:
http://www.glidden.com/hgtvdreamhome2016
Thanks so much Emily! You’re the best!
Love the chests in the kitchen idea!
I loved the 2 coffee tables pushed together and the grouping of 3 lights in the living room. I did miss Jack and Linda though…
Yes, a little weird without Linda :)
Love the blankets for pop colors!