How to Use Starburst Wall Clocks to Add Character to a Coastal Cottage

Starburst wall clocks suit coastal cottages beautifully, because their radiating spokes echo sunlight on water and soften the straight lines of beams and panelling. This guide explains how to choose the right material for a seaside home, from natural rattan and bleached driftwood to rope, painted metal and antique brass. We look at the best places to hang a starburst clock in a cottage, including chimney breasts, sideboards, stairwells and kitchens, and how to size one correctly for low ceilings and walls broken up by windows and doors. You will find advice on grounding the clock with painted or natural wooden furniture, building a soft palette of chalky whites, sand and sea blue, and placing mirrors so they bounce light without competing. We also cover how to coordinate the clock with a coastal TV unit and how to adjust the styling around it through the seasons, from airy summer grasses to cosy winter lamplight....