A sophisticated interpretation of the popular dream of what it’s like to live on the beach are bedrooms designed in the coastal style. Coastal bedrooms have a fresh, open vibe that works anywhere, with a limited color scheme of muted tones suggestive of the sea and sand, as well as natural materials like rattan and aged wood.
For some inspiration, look at these stylish and airy coastal bedroom designs.
Accent with Pastel Blue
Design your bedroom with pastel blue accents to evoke a serene coastal vibe. K+Co. Living achieved a chic, relaxing coastal ambiance by incorporating soft blue hues, textured wall coverings, and rounded shapes in this coastal bedroom design.
Incorporate Natural Materials
Create a modern coastal look by combining subtle blue tones with natural materials. Amanda Barnes Interiors enhanced this airy, light-filled bedroom with a cane and wood bed frame, a mother of pearl chandelier, and blue-gray textiles, infusing warmth into the space.
Use Wavy Patterned Textiles
Introduce a maritime touch to your bedroom with textiles or wallpaper featuring wavy patterns. Emily Henderson Design included a blue-and-white patterned upholstered bed frame that enhances the coastal charm of this bright and inviting bedroom.
Add Boho-Style Touches
Infuse a surf shack atmosphere into your coastal bedroom with boho-style decor. K Shan Design achieved this by adding a cane and wood headboard and a rustic macrame wall hanging, which harmonize with the beige walls and pale blue bed linens.
Accent with Navy Blue
Combine crisp white with navy blue for a classic coastal look. In this Emily Henderson Design bedroom, curvy white lamps with navy shades add a touch of symmetry and strengthen the room’s coastal theme.
Channel the Greek Islands
Embrace the minimalist charm of the Greek islands with a vibrant blue-and-white color scheme. Ghislaine Vinas designed this Montauk bedroom with an electric blue and bright white palette, complemented by a quirky palm tree lamp and a two-tone blue leaf patterned rug for a contemporary coastal effect.
Use Neutrals
Neutral tones can also evoke a coastal feel. Maite Granda decorated this Florida bedroom with sandy beige palm tree wallpaper, offering a nod to the coastal environment while maintaining a neutral palette.
Use Cool Shades of Blue
Opt for cool, pale blue shades paired with white for a dreamy coastal atmosphere. White Sands Design Build selected soft pastel blues and whites to create a cloud-like ambiance in this Southern California bedroom.
Add a Blue Feature Wall
Create a calming coastal atmosphere with a robin’s egg blue feature wall. Louis Duncan-He Designs incorporated this feature with wood trim, and added blue stone-like lamps and a blue-and-white rug with wave patterns to reinforce the coastal theme.
Use Darker Wood Tones
For a sophisticated coastal bedroom, pair darker wood tones with white walls. Amanda Barnes Interiors accessorized this refined coastal cottage bedroom with subtle pale blues and greens, achieving a sophisticated coastal look without being overly kitschy.
Accent with Gold
Introduce warmth to your coastal bedroom with soft gold accents reminiscent of the sun. Mindy Gayer Design Co. used brass fixtures and pulls in this classic Southern California bedroom to add a touch of elegance.
Use Faded Tones
Achieve a sun-bleached effect with faded blue bed linens. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors decorated this Maine beach house bedroom with pale wood tones, faded blue linens, and colored glass accents, creating a relaxed getaway feel.
Add an Airy Canopy
Incorporate a light white canopy on the bed for a breezy coastal feel. Kara Mann added a white canopy, a blue nightstand, and surf-themed photographs to enhance the coastal vibes in this Cabo bedroom.
Layer the Walls
Add depth to your coastal bedroom by layering sea-inspired wall patterns. Mindy Gayer Design Co. decorated this kids’ room with sandy accents, abstract blue-and-white wallpaper, and framed ocean wave illustrations for added movement and interest.
Use Multiple Shades of Blue
Incorporate various shades of blue to add dimension and prevent a monochromatic look. Louis Duncan-He Designs layered multiple blue hues in this light and airy coastal bedroom to enrich the blue-and-white palette.
Add Cozy Bedding
Make your coastal bedroom inviting with layered bedding, including fluffy pillows and a throw blanket. Brophy Interiors created a cozy atmosphere in this Southern California bedroom using light neutrals, natural woods, and soft blue tones.
Accent With Weathered Woods
Enhance your coastal decor with weathered wood elements. Finding Lovely created a romantic coastal bedroom with soft blue and white textiles, complemented by weathered wood details for an authentic coastal feel.
Paint the Shiplap Blue
Give shiplap walls a coastal update with bright turquoise paint. Louis Duncan-He Designs used turquoise to enhance the modern coastal look, blending it with gray shades for a contemporary touch.
Add a Gallery Wall
Create a beach-themed gallery wall to accentuate your coastal bedroom. Michelle Berwick Design set the tone with a gallery wall featuring seascape photos and paintings.
Add Geometric Patterns
Infuse a contemporary coastal vibe with geometric patterns in blue, white, and yellow. Maite Granda used bright blue-and-white Islamic geometric wallpaper and added modern furniture and accents to this Florida bedroom.
Use Dark Shades of Blue
Incorporate dark blue shades for a sophisticated coastal look. Fantastic Frank used dark blue bedding and weathered doors as a headboard to give this Scandinavian bedroom a subtle coastal touch.
Hang a Beach-Themed Photo
Set a coastal tone with a beach-themed photo above the bed. Brophy Interiors achieved a light and airy feel in this Los Angeles bedroom with a deep blue door trim, pale wood headboard, and beige-and-white striped bedding.
Mix Blue-and-White Patterns
Add visual interest to a coastal bedroom by mixing blue-and-white patterns. Maite Granda’s design features a blue-and-white palette enlivened with a variety of patterns and bright multi-colored accents.
Try an Indoor-Outdoor Feel
Create an indoor-outdoor atmosphere with a coastal color palette that mirrors the ocean view. Brophy Interiors designed this Newport Beach bedroom with a wall of glass doors and oversized blue ultrasuede chaise longues for lounging.
Use Tonal Blues
Reflect your coastal surroundings with tonal shades of blue. Maite Granda decorated this Florida high-rise bedroom in various blue tones, from wall coverings to throw blankets, for a modern coastal ambiance despite the city view.
Trade Blue for Gray
Opt for gray instead of blue for a modern coastal bedroom. Mindy Gayer Design Co. created a contemporary coastal look with dark blue-gray tones and weathered wood, emphasizing the room’s height and proportions.
Add Personal Touches
Avoid a generic coastal look by adding personal elements. Tyler Karu Design + Interiors made this Maine home feel unique with light blue walls, patterned pillows, a large landscape painting, and an oversized plant.
Accent with Chocolate Tones
Swap traditional blue for beige and chocolate tones for a subtle coastal decor. Amanda Barnes Interiors used a neutral palette with dark wood and chocolate accents to create a cozy, earthy coastal bedroom.
Don’t Overthink It
If your coastal bedroom has a view, keep the decor simple. Michelle Berwick Design used shades of blue and white, a jute rug, and pendant lights resembling anchors to complement the water view.
Make It Kid-Friendly
Design a coastal bedroom for kids with a navy and white palette and ocean-themed decor. Curated Nest Interiors created a fresh, light, and airy space with nautical elements and a beach-inspired atmosphere.
Paint the Ceiling Sky Blue
Add an ethereal touch by painting the ceiling sky blue. White Sands chose sky blue for the ceiling to enhance the coastal feel of this bedroom, offering options to keep it simple or add texture with wallpaper.
Create a Moody Feel
Give your coastal bedroom a moody vibe with smoky blue paint. Desiree Burns Interiors paired the stormy paint with white and wood accents, plus mixed blue-and-white patterned bed linens for a refined coastal look.
Hang Coastal Seascapes
Use coastal-themed wall art to establish the theme of your bedroom. Maite Granda paired modern seascape paintings with cobalt blue lamps and blue-and-white pillows for a vibrant coastal look.
Use Blue-and-White Stripes
Incorporate blue-and-white stripes to enhance a neutral bedroom with a coastal touch. White Sands added a striped throw pillow and baby blue drapes to tie the room together.
Frame the View
Dark blue wall paint can frame a coastal view while blending with natural surroundings. Maite Granda used deep blue walls to complement an all-white bed, creating a serene coastal atmosphere.
Mix Light Beiges and Whites
Combine light beige and white with wood and woven accents for an easy coastal feel. Desiree Burns Interiors hung a bright beach photograph above the bed to introduce a hint of color.
Beachify Your Murphy Bed
Transform your guest room Murphy bed with coastal linens to create a vacation-like feel. White Sands used coastal-themed bedding to make the room feel inviting and relaxed.
Accent With Bright Yellow
Add bright yellow accents to a coastal bedroom to liven up the space. Maite Granda mixed neon yellow with blue-and-white furniture and added warm wood and woven rattan elements to complete the look.
Sprinkle In Beachy Accents
Integrate beachy accents like seashell chandeliers and driftwood racks for authenticity. White Sands created a coastal bedroom with gray grasscloth walls and weathered wood flooring, adding natural touches for a subtle coastal vibe.
Add a Blue Accent Wall
Introduce a bold blue accent wall with built-in shelving in a teen bedroom. Maite Granda used white walls and blue-and-white bedding, adding colorful accents for energy and a coastal feel.
Create an Airy Feel
Design a luxurious coastal primary bedroom with a spacious and airy ambiance. Chango & Co. used a blue-and-white color scheme, layered rugs, extra pillows, and a large pendant light to achieve a vacation-worthy feel.
Use Vivid Pattern Accents
Bring a modern coastal look to any space with vivid blue-and-white patterns. Michelle Boudreau Design added striking blue-and-white decor to a mostly white room for a fresh coastal touch.
Accent With Animal Motifs
Incorporate coastal animal motifs for a lively touch. White Sands added a carved fish nightstand and a coastal bird photograph to this textured and patterned coastal bedroom.
Accent With Shades of Blue
Transform a classic room with varying shades of blue. Maite Granda used blue tones in combination with warm beige, resulting in a sophisticated and modern coastal aesthetic.
Try White Shiplap Walls
Incorporate vertical shiplap walls to infuse a laid-back modern vibe into your coastal bedroom. This design by Michelle Berwick features a gallery wall and a warm, inviting quilt at the foot of the bed, adding a touch of coziness to the space.
Bring in Tropical Greens
Combine wood and woven furnishings with vibrant green accents for a fresh take on coastal decor. This tropical coastal bedroom by Desiree Burns Interiors showcases how vivid green tones can enhance a modern coastal aesthetic.
Hang Coastal Wall Decor
Enhance a neutral modern bedroom with coastal-themed wall decor to evoke a seaside ambiance. Kate Marker Interiors demonstrates how carefully selected wall art can bring a touch of the coast into your space without needing a full surfboard collection.
Add Plenty of Texture
Incorporate various textures to add depth and warmth to a coastal bedroom. Desiree Burns Interiors achieved this by using calming sky blue wall paint and layering different textures on the bed, creating a rich, inviting atmosphere.
