Design Around The World: Hawaii
I'm a bilingual writer based in the Caribbean. I specialize in interior design, architecture, culture and travel. I work as a local editor for NileGuide.com, a travel writer for The New York Times Company's About.com and a contributor for Houzz, Livestrong and Revista Decoración Plus (Spanish interior design magazine). Previously, I worked at FashionTV, ViVVVA and California Home + Design Magazine.
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This is the first ideabook of the Design Around The World series. I am excited about the design journey we'll embark on and hope all of you enjoy every bit as we discover different decorating styles from the world's most inspiring places.
Our first destination? The islands of eternal beauty: Hawaii. With an all-year-round balmy sunshine, brilliant sunsets and beautiful beaches, Hawaii has the natural power to inspire the dullest of imaginations. The spirit of the islands is relaxing and fresh, but most of all strong and empowering.
Let’s take a look at these beautiful spaces and find out what makes Hawaiian décor so extraordinary.
Our first destination? The islands of eternal beauty: Hawaii. With an all-year-round balmy sunshine, brilliant sunsets and beautiful beaches, Hawaii has the natural power to inspire the dullest of imaginations. The spirit of the islands is relaxing and fresh, but most of all strong and empowering.
Let’s take a look at these beautiful spaces and find out what makes Hawaiian décor so extraordinary.
This is the epitome of the island life. Jaw-dropping views, a spectacular infinity pool, and colorful outdoor furniture to match the spectacle.
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This has the right touch of the exotic. Dark woods and rich colors are focus points here and bring the Hawaiian style to life.
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| Nothing makes a house more tropical than palm trees and a pool. Mix that with a striking ocean view and you have your little piece of paradise. Private Comment
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We've reviewed this bathroom before. Its tropical feel is evident because of the lush vegetation and creamy palette that imitates Hawaii's grace.
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Rattan pieces are the quintessential elements in tropical décor, especially Hawaiian. Its natural feel merges the outdoors with the indoors.
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A Hawaiian-inspired bathroom is simple to create. Here, dark woods, exotic palm and rustic vanity add up to portray a Hawaiian aesthetic.
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| This is a modern take on the tropical theme. I find it fascinating and exciting to blend modern elements such as the concrete bath with more traditional ones like the wooden vanity. Private Comment
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Gorgeous! I love the tree sculpture and the thick bamboo furniture combined with the stone fireplace. Very rustic, very tropical, very Hawaii!
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littlesunshine says:
I LOVE the tropical style! Hawaii is one of my favorite places for a stylish relaxed vacation. I wish I could be there now...
What is your next destination?
What is your next destination?
3 years ago ·
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star_dust says:
I like the modern- tropical bathroom by ZAK Architecture- it's gorgeous!
3 years ago ·
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Becky Harris says:
You know how on HGTV they say "now it's a spa-like bathroom" all the time, just because they went into a cramped yucko bathroom, painted the walls blue, added some white handtowels and took away the fish-shaped toothbrush holder and matching cup? These are TRULY "spa-like" bathrooms!
3 years ago ·
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diana31 says:
becky- I couldn't agree more...hilarious!
melissa- beautiful spaces- i love the tropical design!
melissa- beautiful spaces- i love the tropical design!
3 years ago ·
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Melissa Alvarado Sierra says:
Thank you all for the great comments! The tropical design is one of my all time favorites. I am actually from Caribbean, so this style makes me feel very close to home, especially those bathrooms! Our next destination will be revealed this week!
3 years ago ·
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