[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-traditional-coastal-living-room-design":3,"blog-related-traditional-coastal-living-room-design":33},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":10,"authorName":11,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":12,"categories":13,"tags":16,"products":25,"inlineProducts":26,"seo":27},1032,"traditional-coastal-living-room-design","Behind the Design: A Serene Coastal Living Room with Charming Traditional Details",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi cuties! Grab a cup of tea and settle in. I want to share the inspiration behind one of our latest lookbooks, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/bellehaven-classic?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belle Haven\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—why we designed it the way we did and, importantly, who we imagined would live in this timeless, gracious, subtly romantic kind of home. \u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avid \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kuotes \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">readers may recall I recently shared the inspiration behind this \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/country-house-updated-traditional-living-room-design/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal-style country home\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a place we created with a gentleman named Rupert in mind. The home I’m writing about today was designed for a woman we’ll call Vivienne, and she, in this imaginary world I’ve dreamt up, happens to be Rupert’s sister. Vivienne is a woman uninterested in being impressive—she simply wants to be inspired by the world around her, and that’s what makes her so magnetic.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\"Set in coastal Connecticut and nestled among carefully manicured greenery, Vivienne’s cedar-shingled Colonial-style house is distinct: a home that feels both rooted in tradition and suited to modern coastal living.\"\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its quiet luxury comes not from ornamentation but from the integrity of its materials, the restraint of its palette, and the clarity of its proportions. Gently weathered by salt air, the exterior’s silvery-gray patina echoes its sense of permanence and history.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32590\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-33343 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/BelleHavenConnecticut_ColonialHouse.jpg\" alt=\"A cedar-shingled Colonial-style house in Connecticut surrounded by trees and manicured landscaping\" width=\"1220\" height=\"1220\" />\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cb>Coastal Style with a Traditional Twist\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Vivenne’s habits are a mix of old-world elegance and modern curiosity, a contrast you can also see reflected in her house. She prefers her home to blend breezy, coastal inspiration with traditional details.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airy blue hues and natural materials infuse her living room with a classic aesthetic, while accents like a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/139316-Ulysses-French-Country-Antique-Gold-Beveled-Frame-Wall-Mirror-Large?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beveled gold mirror\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158196-Thomas-Updated-Traditional-Brown-Wood-Spindle-Console-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carved wood furniture\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/135346?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gold-leaf chandelier\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bring an element of traditional charm to each space. Never one afraid to mix styles, Vivienne also welcomes a smattering of modern touches like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/140717-Shiloh-Mid-Century-Beige-Travertine-Brass-Table-Lamp?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">midcentury brass table lamps\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and clean-lined \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165034-Frederica-Secret-Garden-Cotton-Weave-Ottoman?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">X-base ottomans\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"2\" size=\"large\" ids=\"33336,33341\"]\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Living Room Design\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/161666-Kallie-Waters-Edge-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33375\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Kallie-Sofa-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Blue velvet sofa with turned wood legs\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/129488-Visual-Comfort-Dauphine-Modern-Classic-Gilded-Iron-White-Linen-Shade-Sconce?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33363\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_129488.jpg\" alt=\"gold iron sconce with white linen shade\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158197-Thomas-Updated-Traditional-Brown-Wood-Spindle-Drink-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33350\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_158197.jpg\" alt=\"Brown spindle round drink table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/38736-Simon-Pearce-French-Country-Revere-Glass-Hurricane-Small?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33368\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_38736.jpg\" alt=\"glass hurricane candle holder\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158570-Nora-Coastal-Indigo-Linen-Parakeet-Throw-Pillow-Cover-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33352\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_158570.jpg\" alt=\"blue and cream linen block print square pillow\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/145139-Nash-Modern-Classic-Natural-Jute-Diamond-Patterned-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33345\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_145139.jpg\" alt=\"diamond pattern jute rug\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cb>Designing a Personal, Intentional Home\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Vivienne’s home is a reflection of the way she loves to live. Though her days often take her far across the globe, she treasures having a sanctuary to return to. In the kitchen, serenity takes center stage: Soft natural light spills across marble counters edged with subtle detailing, creating a space that feels both grounding and refined. Her spice rack, organized by the countries she has explored, adds a personal touch to the calm elegance. Her home office, where she pens handwritten letters on stationery bearing her initials, is a quiet haven of reflection. And in the living room, evenings unfold around game boards and conversation, where laughter with dear friends lingers long after the night ends.\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33344\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Light-Blue-Kitchen.png\" alt=\"A bright kitchen features light blue cabinets, marble countertops, styled open shelving, white coffered ceilings, and brown herringbone floors\" width=\"1220\" height=\"1220\" />\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cb>A Living Room Layout Perfect for Gathering\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The living room in particular is a space designed for gathering. It’s grounded with a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/145139-Nash-Modern-Classic-Natural-Jute-Diamond-Patterned-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">classic jute rug\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a chic geometric pattern—the kind of textile that will last for years and truly never go out of style. Mirrored \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/161666-Kallie-Waters-Edge-Sofa\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sofas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> face one another, bringing a sense of balance and timeless comfort to the room. Their traditional details—soft rounded arms, T-cushions, and turned wood legs—lend charm and familiarity to the silhouette. Alongside them, a pair of \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165019-Helston-Angora-Basil-Weave-Swivel-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">swivel chairs\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds both beauty and function, creating an easy flow for conversation. And the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165034-Frederica-Secret-Garden-Cotton-Weave-Ottoman?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ottomans\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> make a refined statement with their painterly watercolor upholstery—a soft, artistic touch that feels both modern and serene. The sculptural \"X\" base adds a classic design note, balancing the piece with architectural presence. Functional yet beautiful, it’s just as suited to serve as extra seating as it is to stand alone as a chic accent.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33335\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/KallieSofa-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A comfortable blue velvet sofa is topped with plush throw pillows, with a gold floor lamp on one side and a side table and brass table lamp on the other\" width=\"1220\" height=\"619\" />\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Living Room Design\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/148719-Gabriella-Brown-Mindi-End-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33347\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_148719.jpg\" alt=\"brown wood and woven square side table amber lewis\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/106455-Apollo-French-Country-Green-Grand-Olive-Drop-In-Potted-Tree-Large?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33360\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_106455.jpg\" alt=\"faux potted olive tree\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/129739-Visual-Comfort-William-Pharmacy-Industrial-Antique-Brass-Metal-Task-Floor-Lamp?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33364\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_129739.jpg\" alt=\"gold floor lamp\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/86961-Pamela-Modern-Classic-White-Ceramic-Floral-Decorative-Bowl?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33359\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_86961.jpg\" alt=\"white ceramic decorative bowl\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/114328-Joseph-French-Country-Brown-Stone-Grey-Metal-Rectangular-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33362\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_114328_1.jpg\" alt=\"brown stone and grey metal rectangular coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158580-Yorkshire-Traditional-Grey-Landscape-Silver-Leaf-Frame-Painting-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33353\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_158580.jpg\" alt=\"country landscape painting in a gold frame\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cb>Custom Seating, Made to Order Just for You\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every piece of seating in Vivienne’s living room is part of our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/collections/sofa-collections?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom upholstery collection\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which means you can choose from a variety of fabric options (and order swatches to try at home!) to find the material you love most. For the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/161666-Kallie-Waters-Edge-Sofa?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kallie sofas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we chose Water’s Edge, a gorgeous performance velvet with a gentle sheen and a protective finish that repels water-based stains with ease (\u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for busy homes with kids and pets). The \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165019-Helston-Angora-Basil-Weave-Swivel-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helston swivel chairs\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are upholstered in a super soft, fluffy material that seriously feels like a hug in fabric form. Our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165034-Frederica-Secret-Garden-Cotton-Weave-Ottoman?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frederica ottomans\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are dressed in a cotton fabric with a botanical print that feels like stepping into a secret garden.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33339\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/MassoudHelstonSwivelChair_SpindleDrinkTable-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Two plush green swivel chairs with a brown spindle side table and a gold floor lamp between them, and four country landscape paintings on the wall behind\" width=\"1220\" height=\"1502\" />\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Living Room Design\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/165019-Helston-Angora-Basil-Weave-Swivel-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33374\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/HelstonSwivelChair-1.jpg\" alt=\"green upholstered swivel chair with brown wood base\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/167253-Visual-Comfort-Frame-Makers-Traditional-Antique-Brass-Double-Arm-Picture-Light-Sconce?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33355\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_167253.jpg\" alt=\"antique brass picture light sconce\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; 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font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cb>A Serene Coastal Color Palette\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">This room was designed around a palette of soft blues and serene greens—an endlessly chic combination that feels both timeless and soothing.\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\"Inspired by nature and perfectly suited to coastal living, these blue and green hues bring a sense of calm and quiet luxury to the space while layering beautifully with a neutral foundation.\"\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dreamy pale blue wallpaper sets the backdrop in Vivienne’s living room, complemented by tailored blue sofas dressed with \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/158570-Nora-Coastal-Indigo-Linen-Parakeet-Throw-Pillow-Cover-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">linen pillows\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in cream and ocean-inspired tones. Swivel chairs in a rich green, along with ottomans upholstered in painterly shades of blue and green, add depth and dimension. 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It’s simple to bring the timeless charm of Vivienne’s coastal retreat into your own home. Explore our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/bellehaven-classic?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=belle-haven-living-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belle Haven lookbook\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—an expertly curated collection of furniture, lighting, textiles, and décor that blends old-world sophistication with the effortless elegance of modern coastal living.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33337\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/KallieSofa_ThomasSpindleConsole_EddardTableLamp-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A living room with herringbone floors, coffered ceilings, blue patterned wallpaper, and a comfy seating area with blue velvet sofas, plush green swivel chairs, and x-base ottomans\" width=\"1220\" height=\"744\" />\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need design help? \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kathy Kuo Studio\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a full-service design firm working with clients in the United States and abroad. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From warm, timeless interiors to serene outdoor retreats, our talented team of accredited designers creates spaces that feel like home, designed around how you live and what you love.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cem>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://kkhome.as.me/schedule.php?notembedded=1?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=house-beautiful-bedroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cb>Schedule a free consultation\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cb>, call (888) 908-3486, or email studio@kathykuohome.com today to get started!\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\u003Cdiv>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Massoud-Living-Hero_Elon-Sofa-scaled.jpg","A living room with herringbone floors, coffered ceilings, blue patterned wallpaper, and a comfy seating area with blue velvet sofas, plush green swivel chairs, and x-base ottomans","Kathy Kuo Home","2025-10-03T03:00:43Z",[14,15],"Home","Living Room",[17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24],"design ideas","design","kathy kuo home","design services","coastal home","living room design","coastal traditional","traditional design",[],[],{"title":28,"description":29,"keywords":30,"canonicalUrl":31,"noIndex":32},"Coastal Living Room Design with Traditional Details","The story behind our Belle Haven traditional coastal living room design and the furniture and decor we added to this chic, comfortable space.","coastal living room","/blog/traditional-coastal-living-room-design",false,[34,46,54],{"id":35,"slug":36,"title":37,"excerpt":38,"heroImageUrl":39,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":40,"categories":41},1068,"custom-cabinetry-kathy-kuo-home-unique-kitchens-baths","Custom Heirloom Cabinetry, Reimagined: Inside Our New Collaboration with Unique Kitchens & Baths","Introducing six European-inspired cabinet designs that are completely customizable.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Kathy-Kuo-Home-x-Unique-Kitchens-Baths-Bristol-Rolling-Fog-painted-kitchen-cabinetry.jpg","2026-05-07T10:00:38Z",[14,42,43,44,45],"The Designer's Handbook","Bedroom","The Trade Exclusive","Kitchen & Bath",{"id":47,"slug":48,"title":49,"excerpt":50,"heroImageUrl":51,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":52,"categories":53},1067,"investing-in-heirloom-furniture","Why Heirloom-Quality Home Goods Are Worth the Investment: 7 Pieces to Shop Now and Keep Forever","A designer's guide to heirloom furniture and décor that's worth the investment.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Worlds-Away-Rattan-Dresser-in-a-cozy-traditional-living-room.jpg","2026-05-01T10:00:21Z",[14,15,45],{"id":55,"slug":56,"title":57,"excerpt":58,"heroImageUrl":59,"authorName":11,"publishedDt":60,"categories":61},1066,"sunbrella-interiors-fabrics","Sunbrella Interiors Fabrics We Love for Beautiful, Exceptionally Durable Upholstery","What we love about our newest performance fabrics from Sunbrella.","https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/hero/Sunbrella-upholstered-furniture.jpg","2026-04-24T10:00:45Z",[14,42,15]]