Many outsiders to Texas aren't aware of the beauty of Galveston island.
Galveston, Texas is an island located approximately 50 miles away from Houston on the Gulf of Mexico. The island has a landscape that encompasses the best of both worlds: on one end of the islands are charming streets edged with oak trees; on the other end of the island are miles and miles of beaches. The online periodical Coastal Living has myriad ideas when it comes to the design of homes in such a unique part of the country. Does this Spark an idea?
Shutters
Shutters will add to the classic look of your home, recalling Galveston's 19th century European settlement. Aside from adding traditional flair, for coastal homes shutters are also a practical option. They protect your windows from stones, debris and strong winds. Paint your shutters a natural color such as blue, gray or green to create a look evocative of the seaside, or paint them a more Spanish-influenced color--reminiscent of its early Spanish settlers--such as a vibrant red, sienna or burnt orange.
Natural Lighting
Capitalize on natural lighting wherever possible. Let full-length windows be the source of most of your light; such a design move will also allow you to make the most of your ocean view. Wrought iron light fixtures such as chandeliers and pendant lights give the house a Spanish-style influence, reminiscent of the European settlers who first set foot on Galveston in the 1800s. Candles are suitable for night time as well--they provide a soft, non-intrusive glow, mesh well the natural coastal environment, and can give the house a slight Spanish flair.
Dark Wood with Light Wood
For a beach house in Galveston, Texas, one of the decor keys will be finding harmony between the coastal decor and Spanish-influenced decor, as Galveston was originally a Spanish settlement. An easy way to achieve this balance is to use dark wood with white painted wood accents equally. Thus, the interior of your house will never seem to dim at any given area, yet at the same time, it won't have a generic, white-washed feel. For example, use dark-stained oak or pine floors that have a strong Spanish style vibe with white walls, white window frames, doors and rails evocative of most beach houses.
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