With a sunny view of the Pacific Coast Highway and fresh aroma of the salty sea, this is the ultimate sanctuary for an at-home work space. When creating a built-in desk with upper shelving in this coastal home just off the water, we went with vertical shiplap painted in a clean, creamy white and matte black hardware. Keeping the work area uncluttered and pretty is one sure way of staying focused. We love to mix in warm tones for a pop of color against the soft whites, greens, and blues.

Our favorite Designer Tips for styling built-ins are:

• Stacking books, which act as decorative pieces while adding height to objects.

• Incorporating your favorite vibrant art piece or two against clean, white walls helps to bring in color and add dimension.

• Playing with scale; alternating large and small pieces together create harmony and visual interest.

• Fresh florals not only add a pleasant aroma, but liven up the area.

“Making The World A Prettier Place One Room At A Time” - KF

photography: PETER CHRISTIANSEN VALLI, KELLY FERM, INC.

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