Letting Design Shine In A Small House

Posted on: 30 June 2018

The Hamptons style is a big trend in modern interior design and it's easy to understand why. It's a light and calm yet classy style that is perfectly suited to the relaxed Australian lifestyle. If you're renovating your bedroom, then the timeless yet contemporary Hamptons style is a fantastic choice. If this sounds like a good choice for your new-look bedroom, then here are three simple yet beautiful elements that you'll need to include.

1. Plantation shutters

Plantation shutters are the ideal window dressing for a Hamptons-style bedroom makeover. They have a sleek, unobtrusive profile, but they still add charm and character to the room. They also help to create the timeless, beachside feel that the Hamptons look characterises.

Plantation shutters are also a practical and low-maintenance addition. They're easy to clean and maintain and the adjustable louvres give you complete control over light, airflow and privacy. If you're concerned that your bedroom may not have adequate insulation without curtains, opt for shutters that have an insulated foam core for better climate control.

2. Natural flooring

To achieve a Hamptons' inspired aesthetic, stick with natural materials for your flooring. Pale or bleached timber is an excellent choice and so are tiles made from soft, matte stone such as limestone or sandstone. If solid timber or natural stone are out of your budget, high-quality timber veneer or manufactured stone tiles are a great compromise.

If you like to have something soft and warm underfoot, then rugs made from natural materials look wonderful. Wool, seagrass and cotton rugs in light neutral colours are a good choice. Also, rugs that have a slight pattern or textural qualities help to provide subtle visual interest to the floor.

3. A neutral colour palette

Hamptons style is all about embracing natural light and a neutral colour palette is a key way to achieve this. Light colours help to reflect sunlight and create a space that feels warm, airy and bright. This doesn't mean a stark, all-white palette is necessary. You can play around with a variety of colours, including ivory, sand and beige as well as warm whites.

If you'd like to add a splash of colour, then adding accents of soft, duck-egg blue is ideal. You can use this colour for window trims, ornaments, fabrics and furniture. Adding a little duck-egg blue will let you inject a little more of your personality into the room without straying away from the fundamentals of Hamptons style.