Nautical Door Knocker Inspiration

After you see this nautical door knocker inspiration post, one things for certain, you won’t need to search on Pinterest or Google images for the right coastal door knocker, because I already did that for you (unless you’re looking for ultra tacky door knockers).  I first saw coastal door knockers at my favorite local getaway, Castle Hill Inn, in Newport RI.  Their stunning cottages feature coastal colors and solid wood doors, with VERY noticeable door knockers.  Each door has a different knocker, many of which are below.  It’s tough to choose which one looks best, especially because you want to make sure they’re not too tacky!

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brass anchor door knocker on a blue door, great contrast

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brass oyster door knocker

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the classic crab door knocker

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antique style anchor door knocker

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blue crab door knocker – bright, but looks good on natural light wood

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I love the brass / bronze crab door knocker on a red door

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quahog door knocker

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seahorse door knocker (I think they have this one at Castle Hill Inn)

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I think the left one is tacky, but the lobster door knocker looks awesome

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A variation on the anchor door knocker

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This dolphin door knocker is really cool, I couldn’t find the source

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Of course, the dolphin door knocker

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and the unique mussel cluster door knocker

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Rustic Wood Desk Inspiration

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This collection of rustic wood desk  inspiration should help me find the clean desk I’m looking for to complete my dream office.  What am I looking for?  My ideal desk is similar to the printmaker desk by restoration hardware below, but it’s not limited to this style.  I love clean, simple, and natural elements integrated into a desk.  It can be extremely simple with no drawers if it has a really nice wood surface or it can incorporate iron legs.  You can see my desk style is a mix between industrial, rustic, and modern elements.  Check out the collection below. I tried to link to the sources so just click on the image to open the inspiration source.

the printmaker desk

Love this printmaker desk by restoration hardware. for to make my dream office.

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 rustic pottery barn wood desk

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Not bad for a rustic Ikea desk.  Of course you still need to make the top.

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This desk is on the smaller size, but it’s awesome

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I love the way this desk is cluttered yet organized

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I love this cluttered yet clean office

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DIY Planked Desk? Maybe try taking an old desk and laying planks down for the top?

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 I may have to throw a tree in the corner of the room like this!

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Not a desk, but would be a great side cart for a desk.

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Renate Desk – Mix of metal and wood desk

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Solid oak minimal desk by crate and barrel

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Beautiful Reclaimed wood desk with metal legs

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