How to Create an Ocean Inspired Interior

This summer take a dive into the depths of interior design with a cool and fresh ocean inspired interior that will create a laid back, relaxing atmosphere within the home. This calming theme will look fabulous in both modern and classic home interiors and looks particularly striking in beach front and coastal homes. From fun and quirky accessories to elegant aquatic fabrics, follow these few simple steps to create your perfect underwater interior.

Colour Palettes

The key to creating a luxurious ocean inspired interior is selecting rich and gorgeous water tones that embody the fresh and illuminating colours of the sea. If you wish to create a bright and fresh colour scheme inspired by the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, select crisp white, icy blue, turquoise and azure that give a hint of tropical vibrancy whilst maintaining a relaxed and refined appearance. For a more British ocean look then select slightly deeper blue tones and combine them with light and dark grey tones with a hint of teal for a deep and rich finish that is cosy yet fresh.

Cushions

There are some fabulous ocean themed cushions available on the high street this season from cool contemporary designs to more fun and funky styles and patterns. If you wish to create a sophisticated and refined beach front interior then select an array of plain coloured cushions and arrange in an ombre style wave of colour working from crisp white through icy blues to bright and vibrant azure. This arrangement looks particularly stylish against a fresh white sofa or bedding set. If you prefer a more quirky look then select cushions with a fun ocean theme such as turtles, starfish, sharks, boats and crabs that will look fabulous against some rattan furniture in a conservatory or summer house area.

Bedding

The bedroom is the perfect space in which to invest in a relaxing and calming environment with a splash of cool and fresh colour. A simple set of crisp white bed sheets will look fabulous with turquoise and azure cushions and throws for a sleek and contemporary ocean interior that will look fabulous on a crisp white or grey painted bed frame. For a more detailed and photographic sleeping area then opt for a ocean landscape design featuring crashing waves and rolling tides that give visual detail to a plain interior setting. If you prefer a more maritime or beach style ambiance then select repetitive surfboard, anchor , fish or sailboat images and team them with a reclaimed oak bed frame or head board for a rugged ocean style.

Wall Decor

Decorating a statement feature wall is a great way of adding an ocean inspired colour scheme and design into your current home interior. Aquatic style tiles will give a visual detail and texture to any kitchen or bathroom wall and can be used to add a splash of colour to a plain white backdrop. Opt for turquoise, glacial blue or teal metallic, semi circle tiles and arrange them in an overlapping layout that resembles fish or mermaid scales for a unique and luxurious look. If you wish to update a plain feature wall then select an arrangement of canvases in watercolour blues, white and grey or a seascape photograph printed on a large high quality canvas. Select clocks and mirrors in complimentary colours that will tie together your decor in a co-ordinating and unified theme.

Accessories

Ocean inspired trinkets and treasures will add the finishing touch to your sea inspired interior. Sea shells and coral are a great way of adding detail to a mantelpiece or table centrepiece and can be used to decorate plain blue candles and photo frames for a personalised handcrafted finish. Ice blue glass vases, bowls and ornaments will give a bright and fresh finish against a white console table, sideboard or side table while azure coloured lamp bases and shades will create a zoned area of colour in an otherwise neutral space. Traditional style storm lanterns make a great feature in a cool ocean interior and can be displayed in glistening chrome, bright white and mosaic finishes with either plain glass or blue stained glass for added detail and colour.

For more ideas on creating an ocean inspired interior design, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Ocean Interiors