It’s time to share another of my design boards for the latest voting round in the $10,000 Your Picks. Your Place. sweepstakes. I had so much fun creating these boards — it’s inspiring to see a room come together on a screen without spending a dime or lifting a finger.
For this round I was asked to design a “traditional home office,” but I tend to resist being boxed in, so I bent the brief a bit and created a mixed-style board. I like melding influences, so this one became what I’m calling Industrial Traditional Coastal — traditional elements with coastal lighting and industrial accents. Why settle for plain when a room can feel layered and interesting?
I fell for these coastal fisherman pendant lights — they brought the right relaxed, maritime vibe that classic traditional fixtures couldn’t deliver.
For the wall color I chose Porch Grey, a soft green-grey that reads warm rather than cold and provides a subtle coastal backdrop for the furnishings and accessories.
I selected a taller work table from Pottery Barn instead of a traditional low desk. A project table lets you stand or perch while working, and it fits my workflow better — I rarely sit at a conventional desk for long stretches.
I added woven poufs for footrests, a Tolix stool for an industrial touch, and a comfortable chair to balance the look. Small accessories and layered textures make the space feel curated and livable. You can see the full design on the inspiration board below — all item sources are listed on the Your Picks. Your Place. board.
I hope you like the design board — please VOTE VOTE VOTE!
Thank you in advance for supporting my entry and preserving my fragile ego.
From now until August 10, visit YourPicksYourPlace.com to vote for your favorite room design. By voting you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $10,000 grand prize or one of eight $250 weekly prizes to help you outfit your own home.
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I find them incredibly helpful for planning scale, color, and layering textures.
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