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Idyllic days, dreamy nights. A vacation by the shore can be the best prescription for overcoming the stresses of 21st-century everyday life. But a restful retreat that evokes images of the sea doesn't have to be confined to a few short vacation weeks each year. A wide range of home furnishings are now available that contribute to a year-round sea-side respite—all within the comforts of one's own home, and sure to be enjoyed day in and day out.
		Conrad Roman-fold shades are hand woven of real natural fibers that impart incomparable color, texture and sheen. The shades' unique translucency complements any seaside view—from the grand to the intimate. Specialty shapes are available, as well as sun control, privacy and motorization options. Shown is weave #M07C, Desert Sand. Interior design by Alexandra Owen; photography by David Livingston.

Marina Bay by Parkview Designs, available from Brewster Wallcoverings, offers an array of extraordinary coastal images. Wall covering, border and ready-made accessories, including shower curtain and valance, combine in the Sea Shell series to offer a perfectly coordinated bath setting resplendent with finely-detailed images that are delicately colored in soft nature-inspired hues.