Island Style Guide

From bright, bold colors to punchy tropical motifs, here is our complete guide to creating—and enjoying—an island oasis, as well as a our favorite island homes.

Key West Homes

Get the laid-back look of South Florida with inspiration from these island homes.

The contrast of light and dark furnishings, the wide variety of textures, and the use of humble materials all lend tactile impact.
Photographer Deborah Whitlaw Llewellyn

Easy Living

In the sunlight-filled living room, a mix of old and new elements to gives the room character. The contrast of light and dark furnishings, the wide variety of textures, and the use of humble materials all lend tactile impact. White bookcases with walnut shelves suggest nautical ladders.

NextUpbeat Design

Furniture covered in outdoor fabric allow the room to stand up to the elements—including wet swimsuits.

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The chairs' woven-leather backs add rustic sophistication, while lime-green fabric with blue accents adorns seat cushions.

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The contrast of light and dark furnishings, the wide variety of textures, and the use of humble materials all lend tactile impact.

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