Interior Vision: Relaxed Coastal Wall Art

Imagine a sun setting over the horizon, casting an orange glow on the shoreline. A warm ocean breeze and the gentle calls of seabirds in the sky. Sand between your toes and the soothing sound of waves. For most of us, coastal living is a dream scenario, and there’s nothing quite like stepping into a space that captures the essence of a relaxed trip to the beach.

Your interior should be a space of serenity – whatever that looks like for you – and relaxed coastal wall art can offer a tranquil haven that helps you escape the bustle of everyday life. The delicate blend of natural textures, soft earth tone palettes and airy influence creates an atmosphere that’s both inviting and soothing.

Unwind into the vibe with a journey through the world of relaxed coastal interiors and learn how to evoke the spirit of the beach with harmonious wall art that inspires a balance between nature and home design.

Define the colour scheme

The relaxed coastal interior trend isn’t just a fad; it’s timeless! We see artworks inspired by shorelines at every Affordable Art Fair around the world. Whether it be traditional landscapes or abstract interpretations, the key thing to look out for when hunting for your next piece is to nail the colour scheme.

It’s understated, sophisticated and classic. You want your decor to fit in effortlessly with its coastal surroundings, so focus on earthy tones of cream, beige and blue to get started.

Give your space a coastal boost by finding pieces that incorporate this palette. A great addition to any beach vibes home might be this photograph by Keith Parry. It carefully highlights our neutral tones without overwhelming. Plus, extra points for being a photo of the seaside.

Another way to approach this would be to add some super minimal pieces by Jon Poblador. These drawings are subtle but effective. Where colours take the main focus, a room’s aesthetic can really elevate, and these raw paper edges also bring an authentic feel.

Get those textures

Textures can really enhance your relaxed coastal style. With the beachfront filled with rickety driftwood, smooth pebbles, gritty sand and slimy seaweed, there are loads of surfaces to reflect in your decor. The typical relaxed coastal home will have plenty of natural materials to see and feel. Rattan rugs and linen sofas feature heavily, as do wicker baskets. You just can’t get enough wicker.

It’s important that your artworks of choice align with the lovely textures that are already at play in your home, complimenting each other and not competing.

This painting by Laura Fishman is full to the brim with tactility. With built up layers, both rough and soft, it’s an exciting yet elegant piece. An artwork like this could fit nicely into any space within the relaxed coastal home.

The sculptural bowls of Thanistha Nunthapojn demonstrate the premise of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with precious gold. This element of reclamation adds a wonderful texture to the piece, but also a point of interest. Perfect for the dining table to heighten conversation during your next soirée.

Lastly, bring the outdoors in with this wooden sculpture by Francesco Arecco where the rustic charm really shines. Play to your appreciation for slow living and nature by adding a sculpture like this to your home. Make it a focal point of a room with large windows to create a cohesive flow between your interiors.

Nail the coastal ‘feeling’

So, we’ve discovered that neutral tones and natural textures are a big component of nailing this interior ‘feel’. But, it doesn’t stop there. Consider clean, uncluttered imagery, celebrations of slow living and, of course, the coast. Hand grown produce, a nice glass of wine and fresh cut flowers will further compliment the aesthetic.

We’ve hand-picked a few artworks to get you started. ‘Trois Citron’ by Thierry Genay is indicative of a typical coastal kitchen side, with clean marble worktops and some freshly picked lemons to be sliced into water jugs. Citrus seems to be a recurring motif, often found delicately placed in ornamental bowls around the house. Fresh and classic.

This gorgeous print by Clemens Büntig uses a simple motif to pay homage to coastal life. As an understated piece, this artwork emanates the elements that we love to see in this interior trend.

We’ll admit, no relaxed coastal home is ever complete without an artwork of the beach. ‘Seagrass I’ by Mark Mackinnon reminds us of the joys of a life by the dunes. With soft sands and a blissful breeze passing through the grass, this image is all about appreciating the joys of coastal living.

And there you have it: your complete guide to finding the perfect art for your new relaxed costal lifestyle at one of our fairs. Consider yourself fully set to embrace the slow living mentality. Time to make waves with relaxed coastal wall art!

Main image: Arno Hoogland, ‘Waves’, wood panel, 150 x 110cm, Oode