Picture the oceanfront with golden sand and blue skies against the gentle ebb and swell of waves, and you can’t help but feel relaxed. There’s something about the sounds and smell of the coast that banishes all your worries and soothes your nerves! You can recreate this easy, refreshing feeling by doing up your home in a beach-inspired theme. Interested in knowing how? Here are some ways to bring coastal style into your home.
Coastal Colour Palette
Plan your colour palette around the aqua blue of the sea, the azure of the sky, the white of the clouds and foam, and the golden-brown of sandy beaches. You can also incorporate shades of grey as the backdrop that ties the whole look together. This gorgeous city home spells coastal relaxation and is all about casual comfort underlined by cool elegance.
Nautical Stripes
Stripes are big in coastal homes. And if you want your home to look like it’s in the Hamptons you should try this theme as well. You just can’t go wrong with woven blue and white striped linen upholstery, powder blue tables, and rattan baskets against a white backdrop. The string of painted motifs on the wall adds to the ambience. Easy, breezy!
Sun and Sand
Not overdoing the interior is perhaps the trick to getting coastal décor right. While comfort is paramount, keep the lines simple and cut out all the fancy frills. In this refreshingly cool beachside bedroom, done up in shades of pristine white and cool aqua, you are guaranteed to wake up every morning with the taste of the salty air on your lips!
Open Plan Layout
A beach house theme is easy to achieve when you go with an open plan layout that’s minimalistic, with sleek and streamlined furniture. Play down the colours and keep it simple. The large floor-to-ceiling panes of clear glass add to the openness and let in the expansive views along with plenty of natural light. In between all the white, add some bursts of aqua to stay connected with the beach vibes.
Seaside Kitchen
A coastal kitchen can be the perfect addition to all types of homes. The distinctive beach style captures the sunny serenity of white sands and blue waters combined with nautical nuances. A blend of functionality and personality, the style is perfect for anyone who wants to make their most multifunctional room into their most loved one.
Mariner’s Corner
Have a corner that’s neglected? Revitalise it with a nautical theme, and make it the focal point of your room. This mariner’s corner features a lifebuoy with a mariner’s compass, a pirate treasure chest and shells. Don’t miss the authentic hurricane lamp!
Beachy Bathroom
There’s a lot to love about this coastal bathroom. From the beautiful pebbled floors to the beige shiplap walls, this bathroom is very homey and inviting. A natural wood dresser serves as a bathroom vanity and a white vessel sink sits on top.
She Sells, Sea Shells
Do you still have the collection of shells and pebbles that you picked up on your last beach holiday? A DIY photo frame is just what you need to remind you of the good times you had! Make sure that you thoroughly wash the shells and dry them in the sun, so that they don’t start to smell bad. Keep the frame at your bedside with some scented candles, and keep your memories alive.
Do try out these ideas in your home, and channel some breezy beach vibes into your life even without an actual vacation. For more décor updates and help with bringing this look into your rooms, ask for a My Indian Things design consultation.
