This Monday’s mood board draws from pieces in our living room to create a coastal cottage winter vibe. The key to this look is the overall mood: comfortable, coastal, and collected. When you design around a mood, you can mix and match what you already own, swap accessories for the season, and add new finds as you discover them. The result feels layered and intentional, even as the pieces evolve over time.
Three words that describe the mood of this space: comfortable, coastal, collected. Many of the items we show may change as we refine the room, but that doesn’t prevent the space from feeling cozy and welcoming now. You don’t need every piece to be permanent to achieve the mood you want.
Designing by mood lets you enjoy your home today, without waiting for the perfect item. Be flexible with what you have, and stay open to new elements you find along the way. Over time those discoveries build a layered, lived-in look that feels like home. I hope this mood board sparks ideas for your own space.
Mood board source links are listed below. Use these boards as inspiration to combine pieces you already own or to collect items over time. Save this to your Pinterest boards for later!
Striped accent chair
Blue plaid throw blanket
Sailboat framed art
Windowpane plaid pillow
Blue and white floral hand-block pillow
Tree pillow (also available in red and a lumbar version with three trees)
Leather nailhead ottoman (similar to the one we’ve used for years)
Blue indoor/outdoor rug
Wood drop-leaf dining table used as a side table
Blue glass lamp (we have the large size)
Blue and white planter pot
The Inspired Room book (filled with simple ideas to love the home you have; my projects and photos from our craftsman house are included)
Brass window candles (set of four; also available in black)
Black pharmacy floor lamp
Lidded basket (currently discounted)
Arch wall mirror (on sale; similar to the one above our weathered cabinet)
Brass wall sconce (set of two; we used the brass version and installed them without hardwiring)
Do you enjoy mood boards? You can find more in the mood boards category on our site.
Recent Monday Mood Boards you might have missed:
A Cozy Neutral Bedroom Mood Board — a layered mix of subtle patterns, warm textures, and soft color.
An Autumn Dining Room Mood Board — seasonal details that feel warm and inviting.
An Inviting Curl Up by the Fire Mood Board — ideas to create a cozy mantel vignette.
A Cozier Entry Mood Board — small touches that make an entry feel welcoming.
