Nantucket by Design

I was thrilled to travel to Nantucket over the summer for the 2023 Nantucket by Design, a fundraising event organized by the Nantucket Historical Association.

This marked my first time visiting this charming island, and, although it’s only 14 miles long and less than four miles wide, Nantucket really packs a punch in terms of history, design, and nature inspiration.

Nantucket is famous for its weathered grey and fresh white exteriors, cobblestone Main Street, and an abundance of nautical inspiration.

Traditional grey-shingled homes and buildings often hide whimsical and quirky interiors. Almost half of Nantucket is permanently protected open space, which means that visitors like us can easily enjoy the island’s natural resources.

The conference included wonderful programs, panels, and speakers. Getting to chat with old friends and make new ones is always a highlight at design events, especially when those chats take place on the water…

In my free time, I explored the island with my husband and got a glimpse of why Nantucket is such a popular vacation destination.

We visited the two of the island’s three iconic lighthouses including Sankaty Head Light and Brant Point.

And of course, we made time to indulge in my favorite habit of poking around antique stores!

We also took advantage of the gorgeous weather by spending as much time outside as we could. We ventured out on beach and bluff walks to admire the impressive homes and the equally impressive surrounding views.

Of course, we also partook in enjoying fresh seafood from lobster rolls to oysters to fish tacos. A few of our favorite places included Cru Oyster Bar, Topper’s at the Wauwinet, Galley Beach, and the Chanticleer.

After a wonderful week spent exploring and learning, I cannot wait to journey back to Nantucket for another visit.

Here are a few more of my favorite Behind-The-Scenes snapshots of my time on island:

Nantucket coastal interior design inspiration featuring New England architecture, luxury residential decorating, antiques, and timeless coastal design principles influencing Sara Hillery Interior Design projects.