True Blue Beach Retreat

Azure skies, hydrangeas, and sea glass inspired designer Frank Randolph's creative coastal decor for this Kiawah Island home in South Carolina.

Decorating With Blue

Photographer: David Hillegas

Decorating With Blue

Natural blue hues perfectly reflect the colors of the ocean in this seaside home. Designer Frank Randolph took his cues from the Kiawah Island landscape, bold blue dinnerware, and the bright white forms of the Loop chair, designed by Frances Elkins (pictured at center) to create a backdrop for an innovative mix of patterns.

Mixed Textures

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Mixed Texture Breakfast Room

Randolph brought a touch of the ocean to the breakfast room with pillows covered in lively John Robshaw prints and a Lee Jofa ikat. The pieces bring softness to the otherwise industrial furniture.

Graphic Warmth

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Graphic and Warm Dining Room

The dining room credenza has the weathered texture of driftwood, bringing a warmth to the space. The graphic splatter-print fabric on the chair backs by Hickory Chair adds personality.

Blue Details

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Blue Details

Frank chose Ikat-print dinnerware by VivaTerra for a modern element on a traditional table setting.

Ocean Inspiration

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Ocean Inspired Kitchen

Form meets function in the kitchen, where even everyday items such as cookware and canisters act as bright blue accessories.

Beachy Elegance

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Beachy Elegant Living Room

In the living room, a bleached oak armchair from John Rosselli is coverd in a casual, striped linen fabric by Peter Fasano.

Printed Blue Den

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Printed Blue Den

In the den, shades of blue and various patterns harmonize without being matchy. A 19th century grotto chair (on the left) shares the stage with a 1930s Frances Elkins Loop chair.

Stand-Out Bathroom

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Stand-Out Bathroom

The powder room's bold paint-splatter wallpaper is like a Jackson Pollock painting.

Designer Frank Babb Randolph

Photographer: Annie Schlechter

Designer Frank Babb Randolph

Washington D.C.-based designer Frank Babb Randolph is known for his unstuffy approach to tailored interiors. "I wanted to give these typically buttoned-up rooms a more beach-casual feel," he said about the Kiawah home.

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