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    An Interior Designer's Tips To Design A California Beach Inspired Home

    When you are designing a California beach inspired home, use some of the tips below to help you create your new space.

    1. Incorporate nature-inspired finishes

    2. Select fabrics that inspire the ocean and sand

    3. Choose accessories that are casual and fun

    4. Install cabinetry that is light and bright

    5. Create a backsplash that speaks to the movement or neutrality of the beach

    6. Select furniture that has soft, clean lines

    7. Add window coverings that let the outside view take center stage

    8. Bring in lighting that adds a whimsical feel to the space

    9. Pick a paint color that does not dominate the space

    10. Bring all the elements together with a cohesive, casual look

    It’s important to remember that the overall look needs to reflect that beach-inspired theme and each element in the room will work together to give you that look.