Here Are 48 Beachy Decor Tips To Bring The Seaside Indoors

This dreamy dining room has everything pointed at the centerpiece thanks to the wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors. To soften the space, homeowner Marsha Ahearn had breezy tie-top curtains made from one hundred year old French sheets she found at the Brimfield antiques shows. A lightweight but hunky lantern, rather than a chandelier, hangs above the spacious dining table, adding to the room's casual look. Throw pillows upholstered in repurposed bark cloth fabric add a touch of femininity to a set of all-natural wicker chairs.

The designer Krista Ewart's kitchen in her California beach house can be described in three words: scallops, scallops, and more scallops. A pretty in pink Smeg fridge, too!

It's no secret that interior designer Loi Thai (@loithai) is a fan of incorporating one-of-a-kind antiques and carefully curated vintage art into his projects, but he also appreciates the affordability and accessibility of items from big-box stores. Here in the living area of his beach house, he topped an inexpensive jute rug with a stunning blue and white striped dhurrie rug to set the mood. The cozy seating was created by combining a coffee table made from a factory dolly, slipcovered chairs, and a wicker chair that could be used both inside and out.

You wouldn't think it now, but the knotty pine surround that makes this room so light and airy was once a dark abyss. Painting the entire room a pristine white gave the tiny space a fresh, clean look that was the perfect canvas for homeowner Ted Kennedy Watson's (@watsonkennedy) colorful layers of sea-themed decor, including nautical flags, anchor pillows, and old lockers.

Given its proximity to the shore, it was imperative that the living room's plush furnishings hold up against the rigors of beachgoers' wet swimsuits and sandy feet. It's not a problem because the room is furnished with pieces made from a variety of tough and trouble-free materials: a sisal rug easily stands up to foot traffic, a weathered wood coffee table gladly accepts propped feet and coaster-free drinks, and a vintage bamboo chair with washable cushion covers and a deep slipcovered sofa offer comfortable seating. Seating that is suitable for those wearing swimsuits

Make use of summertime staples (like wicker furniture or baskets) in crisp whites and natural hues to turn your porch into a comfortable retreat. Cover any sand that your guests might track in with a colorful rug.

An assortment of seascapes, a navy soaking tub, and nautical sconces create a relaxing atmosphere in this master bathroom.

In spite of its modest size, this kitchen is bursting with character. The homeowners updated their 1950s kitchen by painting it white, replacing the linoleum countertops with warm butcher block, and removing the upper cabinets in favor of open shelving to showcase their collections of everyday dishes, serving pieces, and colorful vintage finds.

In the warm months, nothing beats lazing on this pillow-laden window seat hidden from view by panels of pale sea blue fabric.

Blue shutters, reminiscent of the ocean, adorn the windows of this Cape Cod Bay cottage built in the 1800s. The homeowners also furnished the interior with a wide range of aqua tones.

For example, best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews adorned her quaint 1930s beach house with repurposed vintage items like a framed vintage bathing suit and lamps made from galvanized ice cream containers.

A collection of colorful vintage spools hangs from the ceiling of this oasis in Seaside, Florida, designed by Tammy Connor.

Installing curtains up high, rather than at window height, can help a small room feel more expansive.

Simply by following these instructions, you can transform ordinary garden lattice from a home improvement store into a stunning headboard. This room has a bright, beachy vibe thanks to the mint green lattice headboards, which look great with white sheets and pillows and are complemented beautifully by the small framed prints of waterfowl.

Discover the detailed instructions right here.

Everything about this whimsical kid's room screams carefree summer fun, from the brightly colored vintage touches like the oversized plastic E and red-and-blue chair to the boldly striped rug. An inexpensive painter's drop cloth, a wooden dowel, and some sturdy manila rope were all that homeowner Vanessa Pleasants of @themarketbeautiful needed to fashion a stylish bed canopy for her son's bedroom.

Although a room painted white can give off a beachy vibe, it can be difficult to create a warm and inviting space. One word texture With the help of shiplap paneling, the owner of this Tennessee home was able to give the kitchen a more cozy, lived-in vibe. Mandy says, "The wood walls keep things from feeling sterile," and she's added a variety of honey-hued wooden accents to do just that.

You should equip your beach house with pieces that can withstand the elements, particularly the wetness of swimsuits and the humidity of the summer. The beachy ambience of this cottage was achieved by the owner's liberal use of rattan, wicker, and bamboo furnishings.

Braided rug, intentionally mismatched painted chairs, and a leaning pair of oars give this breakfast nook a breezy, barefoot vibe. Assured flower presentation can be achieved with the help of a crate full of glass bottles.

Typically, beach houses are painted white. All-white rooms can be made more interesting with the addition of natural wood details, like the exposed ceiling beams, vent hood trim, and floor planks in this California bungalow.
ornamental X-brace island hardware that is reminiscent of barns Pendant lighting made from woven baskets is a nice touch.

If your children have a bedroom like this, they will spend all their time daydreaming about being at the beach.

To bring the soothing atmosphere of the ocean inside, use this color as an accent in unusual places like the back of shelves and built-in bookcases.

This Newport Beach backyard goes way beyond the standard freestanding grill Its concrete kitchen is ready for any kind of outdoor gathering.

Painted wood floors can withstand even the most sand-covered shoes when coated with a polyurethane finish. Colorful and plush, striped throw rugs can be quickly aired out by taking them outside.

On the front porch of this New York cottage, a row of hooks provides a convenient and attractive place to store beach towels, hats, and baskets.

All shades of blue fill this airy living room. An assortment of tufted-back sofas and a wingback chair are arranged around a colorful patchwork rug, creating a cozy space perfect for a day of lounging.

The sink-in, comfortable chaise lounge in this South Carolina home is bookended by a lamp and a crab trap side table from a local boutique.