Home Tour // Baker’s Bay in The Bahamas
With spring break right around the corner, we are craving some sunny weather, some R&R and a little bit of international design inspiration to get our cold weathered LA bodies ready. (Yes, LA has been cold). I’ve done my fair share of traveling and one of my favorite things to do while away is explore and take in all the sights and sounds from a design perspective. Think of it as tourism: Design Edition.
So, when we recently stumbled onto the pictures of this vacation home designed by Studio-Lifestyle located in the perfect and I mean perfect, location of Baker’s Bay in the Bahamas we knew that we wanted to showcase the entire project here on the site.
With LA’s rainy whether lately, we couldn’t help but feel a little wanderlust. After all, the only way to access the island is through private boat. Just a 30 minute ride takes you to this idyllic retreat and once you are on there all transportation is provided by Golf Cart.
Talk about going off the grid for a little bit of R&R away from it all. Are you ready for spring break now? I know I am.
While I couldn’t get to the Bahamas to actually see this place in person, we took some time to visit with their team to get a little bit of insight into the project as well as find out how it all came together. Hint – designing a space that looks this perfect involves a few hoops that you have to jump through in order to get it to all come together.
This decor project which boasts 3 bedrooms and overlooks a picturesque view of the water was designed by local L.A. firm Studio-Lifestyle and styled by our very own (and newly appointed Creative Director) Brady Tolbert.
The decor is simple, clean, neutral and evokes all the right coastal vibes without having it feel too boho or “beachy”. Their use of restraint when it came to accessorizing and styling it out leaves the much needed room for your eye to visually take in those panoramic view of the ocean from every window.
“The design concept for this modern beach getaway in the The Bahamas was all about celebrating the fresh simplicity of island life.”
How did you keep the minimal color palette feeling interesting and inviting?
We made sure to utilize loads of texture. Employing earthy finishes like unglazed ceramics, live edge wood, and rope detailing helped to blur the lines between the indoor and out. We focused on light and airy furniture profiles with lots of negative space to help enhance the breezy tropical surroundings.
There are so many incredible pieces in the home. Did you have a favorite from the project that you love or stands out to you?
The stunning wall hanging by ceramic artist MQuan is the real focal point of the master and was responsible for the room’s palette. We doubled the impact of this piece by hanging the Egg Collective mirror on the facing wall so that the wall hanging could be experienced from many angles. The floating Halo sconces from Stahl & Band in the Living Room were one of the first selections made for the project. The combination of the earthy wood finish with the modern floating indirect light helped to define the nature-based modernism felt throughout the home.
We are so ready for our next vacations, are you? This place is giving us some major wanderlust vibes. Talk about the ultimate vacation home. As they mention, the concept was all about
“Celebrating the fresh simplicity of island life.”
That island life is something we can definitely get behind. If you are ready to get the look below we’ve linked up some of our favorite products from the project. See you at the beach.
Stahl & Band is amazing, and love that you notice all the details, always! Can’t wait for more of these posts. I love this site.
Do you know who makes the prints over the pink/white beds? Are they Max Wanger? Thanks in advance.
Yes they are! It looks like they are the Waves No. 2 and County Line prints – https://maxwangerprintshop.com/products/county-line
I’m sitting here reading this and wishing I was in the Bahamas. I’m looking up flights right now!
You and I both! I’ll see you there.
Your design work is exceptional. How’d you get so smart? And pretty?
Ahhh two of my favorites, Brady and Bobby. Sooooo happy about this site!
#dreamteam ?! So glad you are here Brittney 🙂 And hope to see lots more of you.
Hi Bobby.
Love your new website! Love the Fab 5!
This Baker’s Bay is amazing! I’m so impressed with the beach style – simple elegance and functionality. It’s sunny and cold in Ontario today, but this really warms me up! I have a beach theme in my home and really see how you can tropisize the place without all being aqua and shells!!
Thank you! Denise
Where is that amazing dining room bench from? I’m in love!
Stunning fresh feeling. I really liked the blue sofa at the dining area with the natural wood chairs. Of course the light and location are perfect ?
Hi Bobby
Just watched all three seasons of QE love all of the fab 5 thank you for a great show (to everyone who made it)
Stunning fresh feeling. I really liked the blue sofa at the dining area with the natural wood chairs. Of course the light and location don’t hurt it none ?
Do you know where the dining room chairs were purchased? Or what that style of chair is called? It seemed popular in 2017, but as I am remodeling in 2019 I can’t find anything similar. Thanks for the style!
It looks elegant and contemporary. Also full of spaces to relax and hang out if you want to or sit comfortably on your own. I love all the seating arrangements, especially the wooden chairs in the dining area.
I constantly emailed this blog post page to all my friends,
since if like to read it after that my links will too.
Great delivery. Outstanding arguments. Keep up the great spirit.
Keep this going please, great job!
I couldn’t resist commenting. Perfectly written!
Thanks so much and thank you for reading!
wow, awesome post.Thanks Again.
I seriously love your blog.. Excellent colors & theme. Did you develop
this site yourself? Please reply back as I’m hoping to create my own personal
blog and want to learn where you got this from or just what the
theme is called. Appreciate it!
I loved this story! Do you know where I can purchase the daybed swing?
Thank you! This was custom designed by Studio Lifestyle https://studio-lifestyle.com/ xx -B
Hi, I love this! Beautiful style.
Would you mind telling me where the dining chairs are from?
You can shop the dining chairs HERE. xx -B