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Boutique vs. Big-Box: Why the Experience Matters in Furnishing Your VACATION HOME
A beautifully furnished living room showcasing the difference between personalized boutique design and generic big-box furnishing packages.
Your Complete Coastal Home: A Room-by-Room Design Guide
Want to create a coastal home that feels like a cohesive retreat, not a random collection of beach-themed decor? We get it. This guide is your treasure map to designing a beautiful, flowing coastal home from top to bottom. From choosing the perfect paint colors to creating a bedroom that's a true oasis, we'll show you how to tie every room together with effortless style, so your entire home feels intentionally connected.
Creating Coastal Outdoor Spaces That Feel Like an Escape
Florida living is all about blurring the lines between indoors and out. In this post, we explore how to extend your home's thoughtful, coastal-inspired design to your outdoor spaces. From cozy lanais to stunning poolside retreats, discover how to create a seamless transition and a perfect Florida getaway, right in your own backyard.
Coastal Bedroom Design: Creating Your South Florida Sleep Sanctuary
This inviting coastal bedroom features a light blue color palette, natural wood furniture, and soft textiles to create a serene and relaxing atmosphere. A wooden bed with a slatted headboard is adorned with white bedding, layered with blue and neutral throw pillows, and a light blue quilted coverlet. On the walls, a large round mirror with a distressed wood frame hangs above the bed, complementing the light blue walls. Large windows offer a stunning view of palm trees and the ocean, with sheer white curtains adding a touch of elegance. A light blue armchair and a white dresser with coastal decor complete the tranquil scene.
Coastal Entertaining: Creating Memorable Dining Experiences That Tell Your Story
A warm, inviting image of a dining table set on a patio overlooking the ocean at sunset. The wooden table is draped with a light-colored linen runner. A centerpiece of white and blue flowers in a glass vase is flanked by candles, glass jars filled with seashells, and a wooden bowl of fruit. The table is set with woven placemats, white plates, and elegant glassware. In the background, the sun sets over the calm water, and palm trees frame the serene scene.
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meet rebecca merritt
A principal designer in South Florida, with a client-centered approach, a lot of books, and a love for the outdoors.
You want a design process that feels effortless and tailored to your vision and lifestyle — Better yet, you value thoughtful design but lack the time, expertise, and energy to bring it to life — and that’s where I step in.
From a blank canvas & full custom builds to final installation & furniture placement — we take the design stress off your plate…elevating your daily living experience.
