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So who says you can't have a beachy retreat in the middle of the city? So many city-dwellers would love to bring the beach to their decor, but feel like it's out of place amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, or just simply don't know how to pull it off.  Well here is a scheme that I came up with that will help any city-dweller unwind and enjoy the relaxtion of the beach at home. The key to this look is introducing pieces that have relevance to the beach while keeping it edgy enough to make sense in the context of the city.

Black and Tan Coral Art Pieces from Hibiscus Island Home- The black background and frames of these pieces give them an edginess by creating a stark contrast with the coral.

Cobble Hill Hampton Slipcovered Sofa from ABC Home- The loose fit of the slipcover is consistent with the laid back beach style but the lines of the sofa are still very clean.

Cobble Hill Nantucket Sidetable from ABC Home- This is pretty self explanatory (lol). It's driftwood with glass on top!

Azure Chair in Transparent Black from Hibiscus Island Home- This modern seating piece is suggestive of coral while its shiny sleekness maintains its city context.



Urban Trestle Coffee Table from ABC Home- This piece is reminiscent of white-washed driftwood but its clean sharp angles make it sleek and modern.



Cassidy Table Lamp (Tall) from Clayton Gray Home- If this doesn't say "ocean" I don't know what does. The base is made of shells and is evocative of trumpet coral. The monotone white palette almost reduces the piece to just a form--like a sculpture. Very modern.



Cobble Hill Ribbon Ceramic Sidetable from ABC Home- This piece just reminds me of a white fence that has been worn by the water and sand of the beach.



Embroidered Beaded & Crocheted Pillow from Pier 1 Imports- This piece has beach cottage appeal to me. The seafoamy color and appliques is what does it I think.