I am slightly obsessed with India Hicks. What is not to adore? There is her wonderful lineage (her father was tough, seemingly, however he was likewise well-known decorator David Hicks), her Best Style job, her adorable kids and her unbelievable attractiveness. Whenever that I see pictures of her Harbour Island, Bahamas house, I I can not really tamp down on the envy.

But even the most land-locked houses can borrow from Hicks’ design. She favors washed-out colours, rich woods, tons of white and brilliant ceiling fans and, unlike some folks designing for the shore, Hicks does not shy away from “real” furniture or significant artwork. The effect is the very best of all worlds.

Here are a few excellent examples of design that is similar to Hicks’ fashion:

This bath is very good for many reasons, not the very least of which is that brilliant blue bath. Elle Decor has noticed the bath that was standalone has actually come into its own – they are correct.

And where better to adhere a bath than right under a large (but private) window? It’s the next-best thing to really being outdoors.

Though its considerably more contemporary in style in relation to the toilet above, that beach-house is additionally captured by this bathtub -with-fantastic-stuff vibe. I really like the colour blue – it actually resembles the sea – and itis an excellent fit for constantly- teak that is nautical.

While this bathroom is very not the same as those above – it undoubtedly does not reveal their receptivity – it h-AS a bit of the Hicks vibe. I really like the employment of partitions and all fixtures. That is not timid, really – so a lot of people are scared to only not go black – and it functions here particularly nicely thanks to the chair railing. Plus, the employment of extremely deep, wealthy wood is excellent along with an ideal complement to warmup the austere white.

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This small vignette would most likely be overly literal for Hicks’ preference (though I just like the fish pillow), but-its use of “genuine” furniture, perhaps not throw-away rattan, captures her heart. I particularly enjoy the dining table in the back-ground.

Williams-Sonoma Residence

This scene from Williams Sonoma House undoubtedly takes up a page from your Hicks playbook. It really is informal enough that a small sand will not be be the end-of-the-world, although the chamber is high in real, grown up furniture. I enjoy, also, the artwork collections. While I adore jokey, artwork that is friendly, occasionally it is refreshing to see works which are a tad bit more severe in an informal environment.

Ceiling enthusiasts, coated verandas, and a lot of outside meals – this is where my Hicks envy occasionally gets the better of me. This room h-AS a small mo-Re of a usually tropical sense compared to Hicks’ house, but it shares what is most significant: the power actually take pleasure in the atmosphere and to entertain outside.

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There is some thing in regards to a bedroom using a ceiling fant that I adore. This room is particularly great – using tremendous windows and the large ceiliings, it feels quite open. I must say I enjoy beds set at the center of chambers, also. Not too practical within my home, when there is room, although as the chambers simply are not large enough, it brings such an ethereal, informal sense – and yes it seems so rather.

Grove Hardwood Floorings

Hicks’ house is focused on the hardwood – large, broad, properly-traveled boards of wood throughout. I really like the breadth and vibrant colour of the wood (noticed from over). In addition, I like that even although background is hinted at by it, it functions well with modern or conventional insides.

White linens are ideal for an outdated mattress that is actually, truly awesome. The particulars with this bedframe are excellent, plus they had most likely be over-whelmed by anything-but dull prints and the cool-white in the encompassing space.

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What is an island without a tiny jungle? Each of this green is therefore inviting, particularly when it really is paired with staid columns and bright-blue. I am consistently got by the mix.

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Jungle on 1 side, pool on another. Does it get any benefit? This small bungalow shows that dimension does not issue in terms of capturing the Harbour Island soul. It is about approach.