Coastal interior design is definitely perfect for those who are looking to create a sunny and warm atmosphere in their home. Coastal interior design can also bring a refreshing and calming atmosphere to any home with natural elements, natural textures and other coastal elements that together create a beautiful coastal aesthetic. Coastal home interior design in definitely a popular choice between home owners and renters as it can suit various styles, from traditional to modern. To help you find your perfect modern coastal interior design, in this article we will go through different coastal interiors and coastal decor ideas to give you some tips and trick and inspiration for your own coastal interior design project.
What is Coastal Interior Design?
Key Elements of Coastal Interior Design Ideas
Light and Airy Color Palettes
One of the key elements in a modern coastal design definitely in the color palette. To create a calming coastal chic in your home, it is important to pick the right light colors such as whites, soft blues, and sandy neutrals. These colors will mimic the natural coastal environment of the sand and sky that all define the coastal interior design. Coastal design is also about incorporating elements in blue tones and deep blues to showcase the deep tones of the sea and give the light walls in the room some pop of color and contrast. Using a white and blue removable wallpaper pattern to create an accent wall is also a great way to incorporate the key colors of a coastal interior design and give the room an interesting and eye-catching detail with a coastal style pattern as well. In the photo above we can see a fun kids room interior in a coastal interior design by @hellomorellos with the mix of Blue Whale Pattern Ocean Theme Wallpaper and Waves Pattern Nursery Removable Wallpaper from the Coastal Kid's Wallpaper collection.
Natural Materials and Textures
Another key element of a coastal interior design in the use of natural elements. Incorporating natural elements such as wood, wicker, rattan, and linen will enhance the coastal style in the interior and give a beautiful nature look. Adding natural wood elements can also bring a sense of outdoors in your home as well and create a welcoming and refreshing atmosphere in the room. Furthermore, it is important to include natural textures that give the beachy feel in the coastal interior design, such as driftwood, seashells, and woven fabrics. All of these natural material and texture details will together enhance the beach style and create a gorgeous modern coastal interior design.
Coastal Design Ideas Interior for Living Rooms
Furniture Choices for a Coastal Vibe
When it comes to furniture choices in coastal interiors to add the coastal vibe, it is recommended to choose pieces that give comfort and a relaxing feel. You can mix designer elements with vintage finds, painted furniture pieces and natural materials for a serene and soothing atmosphere. If you are looking for some specific furniture ideas for a modern coastal interior design, then furniture options like slipcovered sofas, light-colored armchairs, and driftwood-inspired tables are all great choices to add to your coastal interiors at home. If you are looking for unique ideas to give your walls with panelling some pop of color then we suggest adding removable wallpaper to create an eye-catching picture perfect detail as seen in the photo above with the Blue Sardines Kids Room Wallpaper.
Styling and Décor Ideas
As every detail matters, to further enhance the coastal aesthetic it is important to think about styling and incorporating decor pieces in coastal theme. Some of the key decor pieces such as beach-themed artwork showcasing a beautiful beach or sea will give a beautiful detail to white walls, some nautical accessories such as seashells, driftwood captain wheel, nautical fabric patterns or removable wallpaper patterns will give an eye-catching detail, and natural fiber rugs will add great finishing touches to the floor by adding a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Furthermore, if you have large windows, we suggest using light curtains to bring in more light and create an open space in the room.
Coastal House Interior Design Ideas for Kitchens
Embracing Bright and Open Kitchen Spaces
When it comes to coastal kitchen design, think about prioritizing open space, bright lighting, and simple decor. Ample natural light in kitchen will create a welcoming and airy atmosphere, therefore maximising natural light and leaving windows without dark and heavy coverage is the key. Usage of neutral tones in the kitchen will also help to create a light and airy coastal design. We also suggest to think about incorporating light cabinetry, marble countertops, and beach-inspired details like ceramic tiles.
Coastal-Inspired Kitchen Accessories and Accents
As previously mentioned, every detail counts, therefore, do not forget about coastal-inspired kitchen accessories and accents. We suggest adding coastal accessories like seashell dishes, driftwood shelves, and glass jars with beach finds that will add that small yet eye-catching coastal decor detail. However, overdecorating can have a negative impact and create an overwhelming look. Therefore, it is important to incorporate functional yet decorative items that bring the coastal feel to the space.
Coastal Bedroom Design Ideas
Choosing the Right Bedding and Furniture
If you are looking for ideas to bring the modern coastal interior design in your bedroom interior, then there are a couple of key elements to think about incorporating and pay attention to such as furniture and bedding. For a coastal bedroom look and a calming atmosphere we suggest incorporating a neutral color palette, and think about using crisp white or soft pastel bedding, light wood furniture, and wicker or rattan headboards. Some other things to include in your coastal design bedroom is a large floor mirror to create an illusion of more space in the bedroom, a large soft rug to give a warm detail to the bedroom floor and light linen curtains for an airy windows coverage and to maximise the natural light in the bedroom during daylight. In the photo above we can see a beautiful coastal bedroom created by @homeofuandme with the Blue Monstera Leaf Removable Wallpaper from the Coastal & Nautical Wallpaper collection.
Creating a Relaxing Atmosphere with Soft Lighting
Modern coastal design bedroom is all about creating a calming, peaceful environment, perfect for unwinding. One of the key elements to create a peaceful environment in a coastal bedroom in soft lighting. We suggest to create soft lighting in the modern coastal design through lantern-style lamps, candles that will also add a romantic and intimate touch to the interior, or string lights to also add a romantic and a little magical touch to your coastal interior design. Furthermore think about choosing neutral tones in the interior to create a light, warm and welcoming atmosphere. We suggest using light colors for the walls and create a wallpaper accent wall in a coastal theme to add some pop of color and pattern and interest to the room. An accent wall will also help to create a beautiful focal point in the bedroom. In the photo above we can see the Rain Blue Oversized Waves Wall Mural from the Coastal Wall Mural Collection.
Coastal Bathroom Interior Design Ideas
Coastal aesthetic definitely not only suits bathroom design but it is one of the most popular choices among bathroom interiors. You can incorporate coastal vibes into your bathroom through natural stone material details, light-colored tiles or tiles removable wallpaper, and beach-themed accessories such as shell themed towel hangers, woven textures and patterns in bath towels and bath matts. When it comes to colors, we suggest incorporating colors like seafoam green, pale blues, and soft colors for a calming and beautiful coastal look. Some other coastal touches to add and elevate the coastal look are decor such as seashell mirrors, coral-inspired soaps, or wicker backets. In the photo above we can see a gorgeous coastal bathroom interior in a green color palette by @what.bb.built with the Monstera Leaf Removable Wallpaper from Coastal & Nautical Wallpaper collection in custom color - Sage.
Incorporating Nature into Coastal Home Interior Design Ideas
Incorporating nature into coastal home interior design is a great idea to maximise the natural beauty in your home and bring a sense of the fresh and welcoming outdoors inside. Some ideas to bring the outdoors in, include incorporating large indoor plants in, for example, blue and white pottery to add a gorgeous detail to the interior. You can also include fresh flowers in beautiful flower arrangements and beach themed vases for an eye-catching and feminine touch. Another idea is to incorporate sea-inspired decor such as artworks, sea themed lamp shades, beach themed cushion covers and other decor pieces such as, for example, seashell themed candles. Or you can use a beautiful removable wallpaper to add a sense of nature with a coastal pattern as seen in the photo above with the Monstera Leaf Removable Wallpaper creating a beautiful green accent wall. One of the key factors to showcase the natural beauty of coastal interiors is natural light. Therefore, make sure to showcase the natural light that will bring the outside coastal environment into the home and avoid covering the windows with heavy material curtains.
Coastal interiors are definitely perfect for creating a refreshing and relaxing home environment that gives both comfort and a beautiful aesthetic. If you love the summer beach side vibes, light color tones with navy blue details, woven textures, clean lines and a nautical touch, then coastal interior design can be one to try. We hope this article will give you inspiration and ideas to explore the natural beauty of coastal interiors to rejuvenate your living spaces. Therefore, we encourage you to start transforming your home with these coastal interior design ideas today.
