In interior decoration, each style has its special place reserved for certain environments and circumstances. Now that we are in the most holiday season of the year, we have to talk and stop in more detail about the beach style in interior decoration. Therefore in this publication we are going to study the latest trends that influence this style in interior decoration together with a generous illustrative material. Enjoy!
Whether you’re decorating a beach house or just want to add a beachy touch to your home for the summer, there are some great and easy ways to do it. Don’t indulge in outdated solutions like a coral + turquoise color ensemble, sea creatures, and the like, but try some really modern options that will add a coastal touch to your home.
You already know that in interior decoration, trends in styles change almost every season and what was fashionable twenty years ago can now seem very old-fashioned and even ridiculous. To stay up-to-date, read what are the current trends in beach-style interior decoration:
Interior decoration in beach style. Trends
Crisp White
Forget nautical color schemes. White is the new black in interior decoration! White is always a good idea in any home, as it provides a refreshing feeling. The cool appeal will brighten up the space and make it look even bigger. Consider adding a few other neutral tones too, to make the look more appealing or add touches of wicker and wood here and there. White is always a winning option and if it is your usual home, you can change the decoration later, keeping the neutral colors as they easily fit any style.
White is the new black for beach houses, it is very refreshing and expands the space.
Whitewashed on the outside and completely neutral on the inside, this beach house is open to the ocean.
An eclectic beach living room with neutral whitewashed walls for a laid back feel.
A white painted surf hut with wood and wicker touches for a modern beach look.
All white throughout with some touches of wood for a modern beachy look.
A modern wicker chair adds a beach flavor to the space right away.
Wicker Furniture
Wicker furniture is known to be popular for outdoor use, but if you want to create a beachy feel indoors, bring it indoors! Place some wicker chairs around your dining table, add some wicker baskets or boxes for storage here and there as well. Introduce wicker into your living room and bedroom with some wicker hanging chairs and voila – your home has become a beach!
Wicker lampshades can be added to any lamp to add a beachy touch to any space in the home.
A boho-style beach dining space with wicker furniture and pendants looks very fresh and modern.
Some baskets for storage are a nice and very beachy idea plus they can be used everywhere Wicker hanging chairs, ottomans and a jute rug bring a beachy and relaxed feel to the living room.
Straw hats, a wicker hanging chair and a rattan table make the beach house cooler.
Tiles
We are used to seeing mainly wooden houses on the beach, which adds warmth and is reminiscent of boats. But to achieve a modern and bold look, you can go for mosaics inspired by the sea and the beaches, they are not typical but they immediately evoke a beach feeling.
A modern seaside kitchen with wicker pendants and blue tile on the kitchen island.
A minimalist kitchen with an aqua-colored tile backsplash is a fresh take on traditional seaside cooking.
Mermaid-inspired tiles in the shower stall will remind you of the sea.
Blue tiles and copper fixtures will make your shower very coastal.
Bright blue mosaics and white tiles on the walls create a gorgeous beach inspired bathroom.
Coastal art
Any type of art is the easiest way to add a touch of the style you want and is totally inexpensive. You can find something you like or DIY and decorate any space with beach-inspired artwork or create an entire wall as a gallery. Use your favorite beach photos to create galleries on the walls, try unique ideas: creative works of art with marine motifs, pebbles or a surfboard to leave messages. Get inspired!
A whimsical wall gallery made of turquoise fish shaped accent plates is a cute idea.
A great beach photo is a refreshing, modern take on traditional beach artwork.
A couple of oversized photos of ocean water is just what you need to make a bold statement.
An oversized piece of coastal art takes over this little space and makes it wow.
Create an entire gallery wall with your own beach images to add a relaxed feel to the space.
A chalkboard made from a surfboard is a unique and modern art idea for a beach house.