About the Designer

Gina began designing in 2012, after 15 years as a trainer and gym business partner. Her style is traditional with a twist: She mixes sleek contemporary decor with vintage pieces and gravitates toward bright colors.

The Goal: A Relaxing Kitchen and Dining Area

The challenge, Gina says, is to embrace the home’s beach vibes—it’s a few minutes’ walk from the stove to the sand—without creating a coastal cliché. So she’s going with subtle references and a calm palette of mint and navy, evoking the ocean.

Gina’s Plan: