Make waves at home with a breezy blue and white combo that summons the sea! By Iris Benaroia Coastal home decor has a distinct and unforgettable personality. If this style took on a human form, it would become a friendly host, eager to please with a tray of snacks and a cold drink. This human manifestation of coastal home decorating is no wallflower: it's a friendly yet laid-back persona, bringing calm vibes with its soothing shades of white and blue. This modern nautical home by Cory DeFrancisco showcases the welcoming charm of a blue and white palette paired with coastal home decor! As seen on Style at Home There's a lot to love about beach home decor, which is as close as it gets to universal appreciation in the interior design world. There's something inherently calming yet festive about this style, which can instantly make anyone feel as if they're on vacation. Much of the appeal of this aesthetic stems from its pleasant color combo: contemporary white and nautical blue. This blend works wonderfully in both classic and modern spaces, making it one of the most versatile palettes imaginable. Even those who typically opt for all neutrals, all the time are willing to let a little color into their lives, so long as that color is a pleasant shade of blue. Highlighting the widespread appeal of coastal blue, Florida-based interior designer Alena Capra explains, “People have aversions to certain colors for their home decor, but I don’t ever really hear people say no to blue.