Coastal Conscious
Blakely Interior Design reimagines a tried-and-true aesthetic with a bold twist . BY KAITLYN MURRAY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREG PREMRU
THIS PAGE : In the sunroom , the Blakely team took care to incorporate sun-safe materials to prevent potential bleaching or fading . “ The sofa is covered in a Sunbrella fabric that is soft to the touch yet very durable and easy to clean , which is perfect for this couple and their four dogs ,” says Photopoulos . BELOW AND RIGHT : The guest rooms each display their own unique flavor thanks to Blakely ’ s color design prowess .
For a busy Boston-based working couple , this two-story home atop an exquisite piece of waterfront property in Barrington is the perfect summer getaway .
“ You can see the Bay from every single window ,” says Janelle Photopoulos , Blakely Interior Design ’ s owner and creative director .
Only one aspect fell a bit short for the couple . Hoping to complement said views , they called on Photopoulos and her team to refine a few of the home ’ s indoor spaces . The sunroom is a shining example . Bathed in natural light on all sides , the owners envisioned a cozy area where they could relax with a cup of coffee while appreciating the scenery .
“ Space planning was a challenge because the room is very long and narrow ; the width isn ’ t there to naturally balance both sides of the room ,” Photopoulos explains .
So , she and her team strategically positioned the sofa against the back wall and flanked it with two chairs in the facing corners , creating optimal sightlines from every angle . Then , to prevent the space from feeling