How To Decorate a Beach Bedroom

For many of us, heading to the coast is one of the best ways to unwind so opting for a beach bedroom theme is a no brainer. Surrounding yourself by calming ocean colours, evokes an immediate sense of relaxation, helping to transform your sleeping space into an inviting sanctuary.

Choosing to create a calm, relaxed aesthetic has numerous benefits for our wellbeing, even improving our sleep. Plus, a beach bedroom can be created in a few simple steps, without going overboard on the budget.

So, if you like the idea of bringing some coastal calm into your space but are not sure where to start, then here are our top beach bedroom ideas to help get you started.

Use your bed as the focal point

If you want to create a beach bedroom style then we suggest opting for an upholstered bed such as our stylish Bucklebury range.

As the bed is usually the centre point, choosing a blue or neutral sandy coloured fabric will set the tone for your aesthetic. You can then theme the rest of your space to evoke wonderful memories of the coast.

Considered coastal hues

When choosing your colour scheme for a beach bedroom, blues, creams and whites should be factored into your design.

Naturally soothing, blues link to the sea and the sky with a range of stunning shades to consider. Cooler, lighter blues will create a more relaxed feel, whilst deeper, vibrant blues will emit a more energetic aesthetic.

Pairing your chosen blue with crisp white will allow your bedroom interior to feel fresh. Take inspiration from balmy destinations such as the Balearics or the Greek Islands, with their azure blue waters and dazzling white buildings.

For a slightly more subtle touch, opt for warmer, sandy neutral contrast colours instead. Think more of a Cornish coastal breeze, fresh off the Atlantic, refreshing, reviving and welcoming.

Bring your room to life with statement pieces in bold blues or rich neutrals such as a bedroom chair.

Make sure that your blinds and bedding complement your space too whilst considering painting your walls in similar tones, accessorising with consideration.

And don’t dive in! Take the time to see what colours work best in your space, watching how the light changes throughout the day.

Order a selection of blue samples to see which shade suits your interior best.   

Use pops of colour

Whilst blue, white and neutrals are often the dominant colours in any beach bedrooms, there are other natural colours that you can seamlessly incorporate to create that coastal aesthetic.

Use the natural landscape as your moodboard. From the soft pinks and purples of sea thrift and heather to the light greens of marram grasses. For a bolder look, opt for a bright pink, rich green or sunny yellow, echoing the shades from a vibrant coral reef.

Neutrals can also work really well, with soft greys complementing any shades of blue.

Coastal-Themed Bed Frame

As well as considering your headboard within your design, your entire bed frame can contribute to a beach bedroom.

From rustic wooden frames to light blue fabric beds, white metal frames or a bed with a scalloped (shell-inspired) design – there are plenty of different options which can all contribute to creating a stylish sea-themed bedroom, such as our Snowden bed frame, featured above.

Beach Bedroom Furniture

Natural textures go hand in hand with beach life. From the soft curves of driftwood to rustic wooden beach shacks with rattan chairs and palm leaves dancing in the wind.

The key to creating a beach bedroom is making that connection to the water. One of the best ways to do this is by incorporating these tactile elements into your interior.

There are so many different ways to do this, from wooden flooring to wooden panelling. A rattan bedroom chair or a driftwood framed mirror, perhaps a seaglass piece of artwork or even a tasteful ceiling fan. Each have their place in transporting you straight to the beach, without getting a grain of sand anywhere!

Rustic Beach Bedroom Ideas

To achieve a rustic coastal bedroom, we suggest opting for elements that aren’t too shiny and new.

Selecting pieces with shabby chic look will create the same rugged aesthetic as the coastline itself. Anything from a teak headboard to a weathered chest of drawers or a rattan dressing table will all help to create this effect.

Beach Bedroom Décor

From photos of recent holidays to paintings of the ocean; sculptures, to cushions. Beach bedroom décor is a way of pulling your theme together across the whole of your interior. Driftwood shelves will also make a beautiful finishing touch.

Beach bedrooms for children

An ocean-themed bedroom can be a great option for both girls and boys, and offers a lot of opportunity to be really creative with your décor.

Whether you’re looking for nautical bedroom ideas with a nod to boats, or a playful ocean-theme with plenty of brightly coloured marine life, there are a lot options.

From making use of your walls, either through wallpaper or a mural or wall sticker, you can set the tone and then have it run through the rest of the décor, such as the bedding, light fittings, and any artwork.

A small beach bedroom

If you’re tight on space then don’t worry! There are still plenty of ways to weave beach themes into your décor through your use of colour, art and textiles.

The key to making the most of this theme is to avoid clutter to allow the different elements to shine – clever storage options such as a divan or ottoman base, or the use of a sofa bed rather than a standard bed, will help give you more room to play with.

Decorating a Guest Bedroom?

A guest bedroom isn’t going to be in use all the time, so it’s an opportunity to be a little more playful with your beach-themed design if you want to.

This could include feature walls or a gallery wall, and if you have space for a reading nook, how about a sea blue loveseat, ideal for relaxing into after a busy day.

While having a theme in your room can be a wonderful way to tap into your persona, equally it doesn’t want to feel too disparate from the rest of your house – so if you have a contemporary interior, your ocean themed bedroom should be modern in its décor.

Choosing a beach bedroom opens up plenty of scope for different types of décor, it’s just a case of deciding which one suits you and your interiors best.