For many first-time homebuilders, differentiating between Coastal and Hamptons-style homes can be challenging. Both are incredibly similar in their style and can easily be confused without much understanding.
Both style designs have a similar nautical/beachside aesthetic, both use oceanic and seaside colour palettes, and both styles prioritise room for entertaining, not to mention the trademark white-on-white colour scheme.
So, what are the differences between a Hampton home and a Coastal home? Don’t fret because our handy guide is to help you better understand the two styles and perhaps build your own Hamptons-style home like our ever-popular Willoughby 1.
What is a Modern Coastal-style home, and what is a Hamptons-style home?
When it comes to Hamptons style vs. Coastal style homes, there is a key difference between Hamptons and Coastal style designs that helps to differentiate between the two.
Hamptons-style homes usually have a certain sophisticated yet beachside vibe. Traditionally, this style uses a nautical theme—whitewashed walls with splashes of blue, eggshell, and other coastal shades paired with expensive, luxury furniture. More akin to a holiday home, these style homes feature large rooms, oversized windows, and lots of space for entertaining.
A Modern Coastal-style home has some of the same elements as a Hamptons-style home: colours and hues inspired by the ocean, sprawling rooms, and natural materials. However, where the two differ is Hamptons is a little more classic, while Modern Coastal allows for more individual personality.
For example, while a Hampton-style home will feature high-end furniture coupled with classic detailing and luxury items, a coastal-style home will likely have more casual furniture, raw or unfinished materials, and more relaxed, eclectic pieces with a touch of rattan. Both styles of home are beautiful, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing in their own way, but some people prefer the level of luxury that comes with a Hamptons-style build.
If you’re looking to introduce a little Hampton’s style flair to your home or wondering how to match a beautiful Hamptons exterior style to the interior, here are our top three design tips for a Hampton-style home.
3 Easy Ways To Make Your House Look Like The Hamptons Style
Looking to add a little Hamptons flair to your home? It’s easier than you might think.
- Whitewash the interior
Think clean neutrals layered with soft shades and light tones to transform your house into a Hamptons-style home. Brighten up the interior of your home with pure white paint, or if you’re looking for something a little soft, an off-white base. The best colour white to begin with is Dulux’s White on White, the foundation of their much-loved Hamptons Colour Palette.
- Source natural materials and textures
Introduce natural textures and materials to the space that emulate the luxe interiors of the Hamptons. Think linen throws, jute rugs, macrame features, linen throws, and raw timber furniture.
- Elevate the space with big, luxurious furniture
It wouldn’t be a Hamptons-style home without big, luxurious furniture. Everything from tall, beautiful lamps to large upholstered sofas can instantly give your home that luxe-Hamptons vibe. Couches with button-backs are especially well-suited for Hamptons-style homes and pair perfectly with an oversized coffee table in a raw wood finish.
Icon Homes – Northern Beaches Hamptons Style Builder
When it comes to the Northern Beaches, our Willoughby Hampton’s Style home designs are one of the go-to choices for many home builders. Sleek and contemporary, with the quintessential Hampton’s white palette, the Willoughby 1 fits perfectly on narrow blocks of land, with plenty of room to allow for sunshine.
Are you looking to transform your house into a Hampton-style home? Contact us today to learn more about our home designs and how we can help bring the Hamptons to you.
