Creating that Hamptons look

D E S I G N S T U D I O B Y

TO DESIGNING A HAMPTONS STYLE HOME

10 Essential Tips The Hamptons, located on New York’s world famous stretch of shoreline

that runs down Long Island, is known for its coastal themed homes.

This classic and timeless beach house look is replicated on ocean front

property the world over.

But designing and building a Hamptons-style home is not just for

beach-front property. It is a look that is just as comfortable in the suburbs

of Perth as it is on the white sand of Southampton.

Teaming up with the team at Tailorhouse and using our Hamptons-inspired

display home as an example, we will walk you through our top 10 tips to

achieving that Hamptons look.

Let 's get started!

NUMBER ONE

Not a hard and fast rule, but certainly one

that works with the Hamelin, is to offset a

dark grey roof with white and off whites.

We then suggest using accent mouldings,

detailed ceiling lining and weatherboard,

which will give your home that iconic

Hamptons look.

To finish off we suggest you use unique,

bespoke light fittings to add that little

touch of coastal chic.

NUMBER TWO

At its core, the Hamptons style is a relaxed, coastal feel.

You can achieve this with casual soft furnishings and

textural rugs.

Utilise soft blues, oceanic colours and imagery and

change artwork framing to suit your spaces.

Do not be afraid to experiment a

little here to see what works.

NUMBER THREE

The staircase is the showcase of a Hamptons interior

and can create a real feeling of grandeur.

The secret to success here is to combine materials and

finishes to add the extra detailed impact.

Highlighting the void with a feature pendant light will

accentuate the space.

NUMBER FOUR

The secret to creating a Hamptons style ensuite is to aim for a timeless

and relaxed feel.

You can achieve this by focusing on the little details to the cabinetry.

Consider things like using different benchtop heights, shaker door profile

(recessed panels), corner posts and contrasting accent handles.

In terms of tile choice we suggest opting for a neutral tile and using

something like a marble mosaic as a feature.

A freestanding bath and contrasting framed mirrors will complete the look.

NUMBER FIVE

Ideally with the open plan dining area you want to create a casual, liveable space that works in

harmony with the kitchen.

Assuming you choose the traditional white kitchen, we recommend opting for a chunky timber

dining table (with the timber bar stools) to contrast against the white and bright cabinetry.

NUMBER SIX

The hub of the home, the kitchen is surely the showpiece of your new Hamptons style home.

Start by using a combination of open shelving, solid and glass doors to help define spaces and

provide different forms of functional storage and accents.

We like to use black handle details and cabinetry shaker door profiles for that timeless look and

recommend you consider using a freestanding oven to introduce a more traditional element.

The oversized island bench and pendants will serve to define the kitchen area and combined with

timber wooden stools add a contrasting element that will tie in nicely with the dining table.

NUMBER SEVEN

The formal sitting room is quintessentially Hamptons and is a great opportunity to give your

home that sense of elegance.

A fireplace is a must and with a central mantle it will really anchor the room.

A combination of hard materials and finishes contrasting with softer elements is recommended

combined with layered soft furnishings such as linen sheers, wool rugs and soft cushions.

Finally add a large indoor plant and a feature mirror to complete the look.

NUMBER EIGHT

As part of the open plan area it is important to define the living space. An oversized

patterned and textured floor rug, sitting slightly under the couches, will do just that.

This will contrast nicely with the use of a mid-tone timber floor with sandy tones.

Notice the V-Groove timber feature cladding behind the TV, painted white to just subtly

add a bit of texture. This combines beautifully with the white timber shutters and sheers.

To finish the styling use a layering of soft furnishings with textures and patterns

to create depth and you will create that liveable elegant feel that is synonymous with

that Hamptons look!

SO THERE YOU HAVE IT, A ROOM BY ROOM GUIDE ON HOW TO ACHIEVE THAT

If you are ready to build your Hamptons-style home we would love to hear from you.

NUMBER NINE

With the bathroom in the Hamelin we wanted to achieve a sense of playfulness

but still stick to the more traditional Hamptons style with the neutral colour palette,

shaker door profiles and brushed chrome plumbing.

Our pops of colour and personality came in the form of the towel choices and

artwork as well as the round feature mirror.

However it is the patterned floor tiles that really tie this room together.

NUMBER TEN

While not one of your showcase rooms, the laundry is still a

space you will spend time in, so think ‘light and bright’ to give

it that fresh and inviting feel.

Use a white ceramic trough and brushed plumbing with softer

edges, then finish off with subway tiles for the splashback.

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