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BEACH COTTAGE MIX & MATCH!

April 9, 2012
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beach cottage with chic zebra print ottoman, graphic floral upholstery arm chairs and a white sofa with graphic accent pillows, a wood floor and a white rug

I like this Rhode Island cottage living room from interior designer Kate Jackson. Kate calls the home beach chic and I agree.

I met Kate a few years back at a reception at uber interior designer Michael Smith’s gorgeous Los Angeles house. It was a reception for the First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama. I had mentioned on the blog that I might be going to the reception but didn’t know anyone…and Kate, a blog reader and designer, wrote me to say she was flying in from the east coast to attend. We ended up chit chatting that evening and it was so nice meeting her. Fast forward to earlier this year when Kate stopped by the COCOCOZY textiles collection booth at the New York International Gift Fair to say hi. So fun making new design friends!

Anyhoooo…here’s what I like about this cute cottage…j’adore the mixing and matching of upholstery and fabric.  Kate successfully uses 5 different patterns in one small space.  First she starts with a neutral palette of a white sofa and off white rug…then she added a pale yellow stripe on the slipper chairs, a coordinating floral on some turned wood armchairs, zebra ottomans and two different graphic modern pillows on the white sofa. A lovely mix and match. What I like is that any of the patterns can be taken away or moved around and it all works.  Also, the little blue vintage bathing suit that is framed into some cute wall art says…this is a beach cottage!

beach cottage with chic zebra ottoman, white sofa, upholstered striped chairs, fireplace with a round mirror on the mantel, and a tortoise shell

What do you think of this little beach cottage living room?  How many patterns might you mix and match into one space?

Happy Monday!

xo
Coco

Photos: Kate Jackson Design

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21 responses to “BEACH COTTAGE MIX & MATCH!”

  1. Tiffany Leigh {thedesignerlifestyle} says:
    April 9, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    I love the framed vintage bathing frock. Such a fun way to create art! Very beach chic.
    Tiffany
    thedesignerlifestyle.blogspot.com

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  2. Shorely Chic says:
    April 9, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    I’m pretty much obsessed with it – I love the unexpected punch of pattern like the zebra print, and her framed vintage bathing suit is just plain chic.

    xoxo Liz

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  3. Unknown says:
    April 9, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    It all works so well together! Every room needs a zinger and that’s where the unexpected blue vintage suit comes in to play. Fun!

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  4. Joyce says:
    April 9, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    I agree – the framed vintage bathing suit is great. Lovely space

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  5. Ivy Lane says:
    April 9, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    I don’t know that I could be that adventurous with patterns in my own home.. would definitely hire a pro! The beach cottage you share just WORKS! That is talent to pull that off and make it look so effortless.. lovely!!!

    Reply
  6. Natasha @ Northern Light Blog says:
    April 9, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    Thank you for the intro! Just checked out the portfolio, looks great!

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  7. Laura Casey Interiors says:
    April 9, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Nothing better than a chic beach house! Love it,
    Laura

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  8. ID by Gwen says:
    April 9, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    I am usually not a big fan of mixing more than 3 patterns in the same room but this interior definitely makes me change my mind! Very inspiring! The color palette is so fresh and chic.
    This is funny because I was touring an antique mall this morning to find pieces for a client and I took a picture of a vintage bathing suit framed like this blue one on the photo 🙂

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  9. Shelly Hiddleson says:
    April 9, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Nice

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  10. StacyStyle says:
    April 10, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    I love this house of Kate’s! I styled her own home for Better Homes & Gardens. I think it will be in one of the summer issues. She has three adorable children too. I don’t know how she does it!
    I had the pleasure of meeting you at the Trad Home party a few months ago at Harbinger. I started Dunes and Duchess in 2010, a made-in-the-USA company of candelabras, lamps and sconces. I would love to send you photos of our new Spring Summer line! Best, Stacy

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  11. Jen Deegan says:
    April 10, 2012 at 4:47 AM

    I love everthing about it! Beachy without that cottage feel. Coco, do you know who makes those fabulous ottomans and the striped slipper chairs?

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  12. interior designer new york city says:
    April 10, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    Very chic! The pattern mix blends well, and the framed bathing suit is genius.

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  13. Like Me Some says:
    April 10, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    I love this space!! I am also a huge fan of mixing patterns! She has a great eye!

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  14. Contempo Space says:
    April 10, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    It’s a bit busy but I love the beach-house vibes

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  15. Jg Ar says:
    April 10, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    I like the patterns and the combination of colors in the fabric. It makes it more appealing. Nice post!

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  16. msdb says:
    April 10, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    I love the idea of mixing and matching. It can really liven up a space

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  17. hardydanielle says:
    April 10, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    Obsessed!! I love all the patterns put together, stunning!

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  18. Idea Interiors says:
    April 10, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    OMG – I love these rooms!!!
    I almost never opt for the classic black and white – but now I just gotta have it!

    Elena at Idea Interiors
    http://www.ideainteriors.blogspot.com

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  19. kate jackson says:
    April 11, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Thanks for the kudos, guys!
    I love this beach cottage, too…client is uber hip and I think the space reflects her and her family’s style perfectly.
    The striped chair was a piece that i had upholstered and the two ottomans are from Lee Industries.
    Thanks again for publishing, Coco!
    kate x

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  20. zebot says:
    April 12, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    Hi Cococozy.
    First and foremost can I just say how much I love this blog, your ideas, your style and your vision of moving your business forward. In refernence to the Beach Cottage mix I have to say I like the Zebra print pieces. It breaks up the the room a little bit. The floor colour is gorgeous and the pale yellow slipper cases are fantastic. I may change the wall art peices but to be honest they fit perfectly in this room.
    I have began a hobby blog similar to yourself as I love to change a room around and play with ideas and new furniture peices. Could you tell me though how did you become succesful on this blog. If you have any tips they would be much appreciated.
    Once again Love the blog and well done. Keep up the good work
    -ZEBOT (Interior Design With Your Life In Mind)

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  21. Toni says:
    May 28, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    If I send you a photo of my living room, would you give me ideas of how I can change it?? I’m bored with it but am on a budget so can’t buy new furniture right now so I’m wondering what else I could do.

    Thanks!!

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