Every entrepreneur has a moment when the spark ignites. For me, it was a blend of curiosity and a desire to make an impact that set the wheels in motion. This is the story of how that sparked me on a life-changing entrepreneurial path. In this series, I’ll share the moments, challenges, and triumphs that shaped my venture into entrepreneurship.
My entrepreneurial journey began with a simple yet powerful idea that I could create something meaningful from scratch. This post marks the starting point of this adventure, and I hope it inspires others to recognize their entrepreneurial spark.
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The Early Inspiration
My first encounter with entrepreneurship was different from what I had expected. It wasn’t a grand occasion or a sudden realization, but a collection of small experiences that gradually shaped my interest in building something of my own. I remember reading a book about a startup founder who turned their hobby into a successful business. It sparked an idea — why couldn’t I do the same?
One defining moment in my life occurred during a casual conversation with a mentor. Their belief in my potential to create something valuable left a lasting impression. Inspired by role models who dared to pursue their dreams, I realized entrepreneurship was worth exploring.
“Modern coastal design evokes the feelings of that beachy lifestyle without the obvious kitsch,” Kate Shaw and Betsy Moyer, co-founders of the experiential design firm Retreat, say. That means fewer surfboards, fewer ocean photographs, and fewer fish-lined patterns. On the whole, you can expect to swap statements for subtleties. Focus on suggesting a sense of place to your guests rather than shouting it at them the moment they walk through the door.
The journey to creative inspiration can be an infinitely fulfilling one. When we are in alignment and our creativity is flowing, it seems as if all the world is opening up to us and revealing its beauty.
When creative blockages emerge, however—due to stress, self-doubt or simply becoming stagnant in our own routines—inspiration can seem increasingly elusive. This month, we’re diving deep into the creative journey and sharing our steps to reawaken inspiration—just in time to greet spring.
Consider snagging a slightly different striped piece, one that nods to the ticking stripe, but puts a modern twist on it.
Of course, balancing two conflicting aesthetics is always a challenge, but there’s no need for overwhelm. Instead of getting intimidated, scroll down to see some of our favorite modern coastal interiors—and bookmark your favorite modern coastal design ideas from the bunch.
Simplify Your Palette
A modern coastal bedroom, filled with white and off-white pieces and two modern brass table lamps.
JULIAN PORCINO
If you want to craft a space that feels both coastal and modern, a great place to start is with your palette. Though classic coastal spaces are often filled with deep blues and bright oranges, modern interiors demand a more minimalist approach.
That doesn’t mean forgoing color entirely, but if you’re trying to craft the sleekest space possible, it might mean keeping your base color soft and subtle.
Coastal interiors are full of texture, and that’s because the spaces they’re evoking are also full of texture. Classic accents—like seagrass rugs, driftwood pieces, and seashell mirrors—come directly from the ocean, and woven pieces nod to some of the plants you’d find along the beach.
By bringing these few elements into your home, you can make your space feel cozy and coastal, even if your walls are lined with exposed brick as seen above. Feel free to share your projects in the comments section.
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