For Colleen Bashaw, summer is a state of mind—best expressed in color, pattern and a touch of seaside whimsy. As vice president of hotel interior design for Cape Resorts, the brand behind local hot spots including The Pridwin Hotel & Cottages on Shelter Island, Bashaw is known for spaces that balance restoration and storytelling with bold creative detail. Her design language is joyful and layered: whimsical prints, saturated color, tactile texture and subtle nautical notes that feel relaxed rather than expected. At The Pridwin, that sensibility comes alive in rooms that nod to coastal nostalgia while feeling fresh, spirited and deeply welcoming.
Here, Bashaw channels the timeless charm of Shelter Island and the easy elegance of resort life. “Inspired by the timeless charm of coastal living at The Pridwin, this curation celebrates color, texture and pattern through a lens of relaxed elegance,” she says. “Each object reflects the spirit of summer on Shelter Island—where vibrant and colorful design is connected to moments of leisure, entertaining and escape.” The result is a celebration of summer at its most artful: playful, polished and made for lingering.
“I’m drawn to textiles that carry the hand of the maker. The block print adds warmth, movement and a sense of authenticity to the table."
Mrs. Alice Bamboo Rechargeable Lamp
“Portable lighting has become one of the loveliest tools in entertaining—adding warmth, ambience and an effortless resort sensibility.”
The Mahjong Line Green Mahjong Tiles
“I love when everyday rituals are elevated through pattern and color; these tiles feel both nostalgic and thoughtful.”
Business & Pleasure Co. Striped Umbrella/Awning
“A classic stripe evokes both leisure and nostalgia, instantly transporting a space to a more relaxed, summer state of mind."
“I love the sense of whimsy this planter brings. Playful yet refined, it feels both collected and thoughtfully curated.”
Society Social Green Grasscloth Game Table
“Grasscloth introduces a natural texture that softens bold color, creating a layered and inviting foundation for gathering.”
“Stripes hold a timeless optimism I never tire of—especially in pink—striking a balance between playfulness and polish.”
