Seaside Decor: Our Tips for Getting It Right!
Peaceful, bright, and transporting, coastal décor brings a breath of fresh air into your home. With shades of blue, weathered furniture, white voiles, and linen bed linen, Embrin offers a few tips to infuse a maritime touch into your interior design—whether it’s for an entrance hall, living room, or bedroom. The perfect way to make the holiday feeling last all year round and bring the beach into your home!
Décor tip: authentic & natural materials
For successful coastal décor, wood is an essential material, bringing warmth and authenticity to your bedroom or any other room in your home. Used in various forms—furniture, accessories, or even wall décor—it instantly evokes the atmosphere of wild coastlines and holiday homes by the sea. The cost of a maritime-inspired interior can vary depending on the materials chosen, but driftwood remains an excellent option for creating a natural atmosphere without breaking the bank. A distressed wooden table, marked by a weathered “salt-worn” effect, will add character and timeless charm to your home. A white wooden dresser, meanwhile, will accentuate this retro, nautical style—perfect for a warm and soothing décor.
To complete this look, choose soft, natural colours inspired by coastal landscapes: off-white, sandy beige, ocean blue, or pebble grey. Pair them with materials such as rattan, wicker, linen, or woven fibres to reinforce the natural effect. A lamp with a hemp rope base, a jute rug, or light linen curtains will bring a subtle, authentic elegance to your space.
To add a touch of modernity and contrast, don’t hesitate to incorporate contemporary elements. A large picture window flooded with light, a table with clean lines, metal light fittings, or an abstract painting will energise your décor. Play with textures and materials to create a balance between the seaside spirit and a more current elegance. With these ideas, your interior will perfectly reflect the harmony between nature, style, and refinement.
50 shades of blue
It’s impossible to think of the seaside without immediately picturing vast stretches of blue and white. If you want to achieve the perfect coastal décor, this colour is a must! Azure, horizon, turquoise, cornflower, sky, cobalt, ultramarine, cerulean… Beautiful touches of blue to enhance a white and luminous interior will set the tone.
While navy blue evokes the depths of the ocean, ultramarine blue brings a calming yet dynamic feel. For a beautiful coastal look, softer shades such as smoky blue, pastel blue, or azure will add a fresh touch to your space. For a more contemporary effect, opt for mineral blue, Prussian blue, or charron blue.
To create a Mediterranean atmosphere, you can also add white, beige, greige, sand, or even a few touches of light grey here and there. When well coordinated, this colour palette echoes the beauty of yachts gliding across the water, vast sandy expanses, or the graceful dance of seagulls.
For a more vintage coastal décor, feel free to add a few golden touches reminiscent of ship bells, measuring instruments, and other equipment from boats of yesteryear. For a warmer, summery feel, notes of yellow or ochre are always welcome.
Don’t be afraid of unusual combinations! Green, pink, violet, orange... To avoid falling into cliché, a few of these colours, cleverly placed, will add rhythm and a touch of modernity to your interior.
Linen home textiles for a maritime touch
For truly successful “coastal” décor, nothing beats linen bed linen! This material, simple, natural, and full of charm, is reminiscent of ropes and sails on ships. For an authentic maritime effect, choose a navy blue linen duvet cover and natural linen pillowcases. Add a beautiful linen throw, and you’re all set.
For a warm bedroom, don’t hesitate to add a few warm tones, such as with our washed linen bedspread “Sunset on the Cliffs”. Its lovely patterns will add energy to your décor whilst evoking the cliffs of our beautiful Normandy. In general, a few sea-themed prints will modernise your rooms. For example, fall for printed cushions with boat motifs, bayadere stripes, or a few stripes (in moderation).
Washed linen isn’t just for the bedroom. In the bathroom, for example, beautiful linen towels will add a touch of colour and softness. On the dining table, a linen tablecloth will bring a sense of lightness to your décor.
Did you know? Embrin, a family business from Normandy, offers a full range of washed linen bed and home textiles. Our products are designed and made in France, using craftsmanship passed down through generations. Hypoallergenic, thermoregulating, durable, refined… Linen is a must-have for authentic décor!
A breath of fresh air
The sea and the wind go hand in hand. For décor inspired by the coast, consider bringing the element of air into every room. To achieve this, choose light white voiles for your windows: an elegant, airy touch, perfect for adding softness and lightness to your interior.
When it comes to curtains, don’t hesitate to go for the two-tone style: one side white, one side blue, for a “land and sea” effect that will fit beautifully into any room of the house.
Generally speaking, large openings to the outdoors will let in the light and air your home. Favour picture windows and aluminium-framed windows—aluminium is the most durable material as it does not rust.
Simplicity is often best: don’t overcrowd the space, focus on lightness. Natural materials and a few well-chosen decorative objects are all you need to create a lovely coastal atmosphere in any room. There’s no need to overdo it!
The finishing touch
If you dream of a coastal look for your bedroom or living space, the choice of colours, furniture, and accessories is essential. But it’s the little details that will give your décor its style.
There’s no need to turn your space into a maritime museum! Opt for natural, authentic elements available at modest prices. Driftwood, a few shells, or a model boat will add a subtle touch without overwhelming the room. A porthole-shaped window or a round mirror is enough to evoke the seaside spirit with elegance. Keep a balanced atmosphere for harmonious and welcoming décor.
Finally, you can display beautiful paintings depicting seascapes, or simply gradations of blue and white for a more modern feel.