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Our Best Beachy Kitchens

Cook up some ideas for your own home with a dash of inspiration from these bright spaces.

Mother of pearl tiles are the perfect way to do boho-chic in a kitchen. Metallic brass appliances contrast the creaminess of the pearl inlay for balance, and overhead lights with milk glass shades lend the feel of an old parlor revived to its former glory.
Photographer Tria Giovan, , Writer Bradley Nesbitt

Pearl Perfection

Mother of pearl tiles are the perfect way to do boho-chic in a kitchen. Metallic brass appliances contrast the creaminess of the pearl inlay for balance, and overhead lights with milk glass shades lend the feel of an old parlor revived to its former glory.

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Mixing vintage finds with modern staples instantly creates character with lasting appeal. White cabinetry and tile allow style essentials to shine like the vibrant pottery and powder-coated metal barstools. For heavy traffic areas, use a patterned runner to protect your floor and punch up your space with color and texture.

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Cut costs on decorating spaces by reimagining new homes for pieces you already own. For instance, an old apothecary chest is a rich, charming substitute for countertops and cabinetry. Instead of using a curtain rod, use pegs for an inexpensive, cottage-y choice. Old naval pendants make an ideal beach-house light fixture—so utilitarian, yet fabulous and nautical.

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Mother of pearl tiles are the perfect way to do boho-chic in a kitchen. Metallic brass appliances contrast the creaminess of the pearl inlay for balance, and overhead lights with milk glass shades lend the feel of an old parlor revived to its former glory.

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