One of the things I miss about traveling is all the design inspiration I gather when I go someplace cool. I?m starting a new monthly series blending destinations with design inspiration. I love when the hotels and accommodations of a destination reflect the culture and history of the area and resist the temptation to blend into the sea of sameness.
I visited Italy a few times in my twenties but haven?t been back for a long time. I loved its architecture, history, food, and vistas and I was dreaming of a road trip around the Amalfi Coast. Those old hotels staggered along the rocky cliffs with stunning views of the blue sea, the fresh seafood and local wine, the boats and beaches and coastal botanicals. *sigh*

So I?m kicking off the series by bringing the vacation vibes from the western coast of Italy to you with these design takeaways I found inside the hotels and resorts located along the Amalfi Coast and on the island of Capri. Destination Design: Amalfi + Capri

 
go bold in the bathroom with color or patterned tile

hotel santa caterina

 hotel mamela
 

paint glass doors a cheerful color, add some pillows in bright patterns

le sirenuse
 
have fun with geometric patterned floor tile

hotel marincanto
 
a pink sofa is always a good idea

villa brunella
 
mix brightly colored slipcovered furniture with plants

hotel poseiden
 
you can never go wrong with an oversized framed mirror

hotel caruso
 
a tufted headboard in a bright color ma...