It may be many miles away, but for the owners of this lakeside holiday home on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, it was the smart coastal retreats of The Hamptons that provided the style inspiration for their own weekend getaway. The owners wanted to replicate the sophistication and serenity reminiscent of traditional Hamptons , capturing both the style's refinement and approachability. This was to be a radical redesign of their 1990s cottage-style home, which combines cedar siding and shingles for a rustic feel, complemented by river rock accents.
To help them achieve what they wanted with the new look, the owners turned to interior designer . 'Our clients had visited beautiful places in the Hamptons and loved the traditional coastal vibe,' says Andrea. 'They also wanted a place that was not fussy but warm and inviting, with comfortable furniture.
The updated interiors now radiate warmth and coziness, ideal for relaxation and the creation of enduring summer memories by the lake.' Take the tour, as Andrea explains how the new look came about. The hub of the home is designed to be durable, and here feature warm wood tones, white furniture, and a river stone fireplace.
The Venua Seagrass coffee table is from Restoration Hardware. 'We gave the existing river rock fireplace a whitewash to tone down the high-contrast dark gray of the original stone, creating more of a rustic beachy vibe for the home,' explains the designer. With its magnificent view of the lake and pri.
