How to choose Coastal Prints for a Beach House

How to Choose Coastal Prints for a Beach House

There’s something special about walking into a beach house and instantly feeling calm, relaxed, and connected to the ocean. The colours, textures, and décor all play a part — but nothing sets the scene quite like the right piece of coastal art. Whether you’re styling a holiday home or bringing a seaside feel into your everyday space, seascape prints are the perfect finishing touch.

Here are a few tips on how to choose coastal prints that will make your beach house feel truly inviting.

1. Think About the Mood You Want to Create

Do you want your beach house to feel peaceful and serene, or energetic and vibrant?

• Soft wave prints in turquoise and pale blue tones create a calm, restful mood.
• Bold wave and surf-inspired artworks add energy and movement to a room.

By choosing art that reflects the atmosphere you love most by the coast, you’ll bring that feeling home with you.

2. Match the Colours of the Coast

Coastal prints often echo the colours of the ocean, sand, and sky — soft blues, sandy neutrals, and sunlit golds. If your beach house interior is light and neutral, go for a statement seascape print to bring the space alive. If your décor is already colourful, a more subtle shoreline piece might balance it beautifully.

3. Consider the Size and Placement

A common mistake with art is choosing something too small. In a beach house living room, go for a large-scale seascape print above the sofa or dining area — it instantly becomes the focal point. For bedrooms, smaller coastal prints work well as a series, creating a gentle rhythm across the walls.

Tip: Hang your art at eye level (around 145 cm from the floor to the centre of the artwork) for the best impact.

4. Connect with the Location

If your beach house is in Western Australia, why not choose a print inspired by the very coastline around you? Many of my artworks are based on beaches like Yallingup, Margaret River, and Bunker Bay, making them extra meaningful if those places hold memories for you.

5. Choose Prints That Speak to You

Ultimately, the best coastal art is the one that makes you pause, smile, and remember the feeling of being by the ocean. A beach house is all about creating moments — and the right seascape print will help you relive those memories every time you walk in.

Bring the Coast Home

If you’re looking for coastal prints and seascape art inspired by Western Australia, explore my latest collection here. Each piece is designed to bring the beauty, light, and energy of the coast into your home — wherever that may be.