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Minimalistic without being cold, contemporary style is defined by clean lines, open spaces, and simple color palettes. Beauty is in simplicity and every piece counts for something.

Coastal style meanwhile, infuses the serene feeling of being near the shore into an inviting home environment. Accents can be of driftwood, rattan, and seagrass. Color palettes generally consist of bright airy shades of blue with white, tans, beiges, and greys.

Marry the two together and you have a match made in designer heaven, what I call... Contemporary Coastal Style.

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Love the style but don't know how to make it come to life in your Airbnb?

Follow my easy steps:

1.Keep furniture classic yet refined. Look for pieces with clean, modern lines, but that still have a relaxed look and feel. You don't want a space that feels too stark. 

2. Keep things light and airy. Keep walls and furniture light, and also add in various washed wood and seagrass elements in furniture and accents. 

3. Just Add Blue. All shades of blue are welcome in a coastal-inspired home. Try not to be too on the nose with cheesy decor, and instead seek out unique art that fits your specific geographical area.

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And to make things even easier for you, you can shop the look right here on the vision boards I made just for YOU! 

1. artwork | 2. candlesticks | 3. bowls | 4. lamp | 5. tv console | 6. faux plant | 7. lamp | 8. side table | 9. swivel chairs | 10. rug | 11. artwork | 12. sofa | 13. blue pillows | 14. striped pillow | 15. light blue pillow | 16. coffee table | 17. faux plant | 18. side table | 19. ivory throw | 20. chunky throw | 21. mirror | 22. floor lamp

1. mirror | 2. vase | 3. books | 4. diffuser | 5. candle sticks | 6. dresser  | 7. lamp | 8. nightstand | 9. bedframe | 10. artwork | 11. blue pillows | 12. striped pillows | 13. lumbar pillow | 14. rug | 15. rattan pouf | 16. side chair | 17. greenery | 18. face vase | 19. side table | 20. faux olive tree | 21. tree pot | 22. floor lamp | 23. artwork | 24. blue pillow | 25. beige pillow | 26. striped pillow | 27. blue throw | 28. ivory throw

So there you have it, friend. Think bright, airy, and nautical and you could soon be welcoming your guests to a Contemporary Coastal haven.

Happy designing!

Psst... Want to make sure that Contemporary Coastal really is your style soulmate? Be sure to take my style quiz to find out!