What is Hamptons Style?

The terms Hamptons Style is used a lot these days, from the pages of the weekend real-estate section through to countless photos as you scroll through your latest social updates. But what really is Hamptons Style, and why is it so popular?

Contrary to popular belief, it is not just white boxy furniture mixed with blue linens that many big box furniture retailers would have you believe. In Australia, any weatherboard (both new and old build) featuring gables and a monochrome colour scheme is rightly or wrongly referred to as Hamptons. But it is so much more.

The main key to Hamptons style, particularly when it comes to furniture pieces is high-quality items in timeless traditional style, mixed with fashionable fabrics, and generous amounts of accessories reminiscent of French, English and country style pieces all presented in a formally relaxed coastal setting.

What does this mean exactly? Quality is the key. Trawling your social pages, even a quick internet search of actual Hamptons real-estate will show, customised solid timber built-in furniture with a high level of detailing is common and popular in this style of design. This, of course, is not something you can simply pick up at your local home centre. It’s about seamlessly integrating quality pieces into the fabric of your home, blurring the lines between furniture and building.

Quality timber furniture, both build in and freestanding is Anglewood’s specialty. We have been hand creating such pieces for over 40-years. If you’re interested in creating a Hamptons Style in your home, please give us a call and we can discuss your design ideas. Remember, we can help you create something unique and not available in stores.